Morning Pickup:

• Start: Pick up from your hotel in Istanbul.
• Kadıköy Market and Breakfast: Begin your day with a visit to the vibrant Kadıköy Market on Istanbul’s Asian side. Enjoy a traditional Turkish breakfast at a local café surrounded by fresh produce and lively market activities.

Visit the Beylerbeyi Palace:

• Explore Beylerbeyi Palace, an exquisite 19th-century Ottoman palace located on the shores of the Bosphorus in the Asian part of Istanbul. The palace is known for its elegant architecture and beautifully decorated interiors, including original furniture and European-style gardens.

Lunch at Çiya Sofrası:

• Lunch at Çiya Sofrası, a renowned restaurant offering a variety of Anatolian dishes that tell the culinary history of Turkey.

Afternoon:

• Kız Kulesi (Maiden’s Tower): Take a short boat trip to the iconic Maiden's Tower, located on a small islet at the southern entrance of the Bosphorus. Learn about the many legends surrounding this historic tower.

Evening:

• Return to European Side: Head back to your hotel or enjoy an evening at leisure exploring the vibrant nightlife of Kadıköy or Moda.

Morning:

• Chora Church (Kariye Museum): Start the day with a visit to the Chora Church, famous for its stunning Byzantine mosaics and frescoes depicting scenes from the life of Christ and the Virgin Mary.

Visit the Suleymaniye Mosque:

• Explore the Suleymaniye Mosque, a grand masterpiece of Ottoman architecture built by the famous architect Mimar Sinan. The mosque is part of a larger complex that includes a hospital, library, and tombs.

Lunch in the Old City:

• Lunch in the Old City, enjoying traditional Ottoman cuisine at a restaurant that offers views of the historical peninsula.

Afternoon:

• Fener and Balat Neighborhoods: Wander through the historic districts of Fener and Balat, known for their colorful houses, ancient synagogues, and the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate. These neighborhoods offer a glimpse into Istanbul’s multicultural past.

Evening:

• Istanbul Modern Art Museum: Conclude your cultural exploration with a visit to Istanbul Modern, showcasing contemporary art from Turkey and around the world.
• Return to Hotel: Reflect on a fulfilling exploration of Istanbul's diverse cultural landscape as you are driven back to your hotel.