Arrival & Historic Istanbul
Upon arrival at Galataport Istanbul, your professional licensed guide will meet you outside the cruise
terminal holding a sign with your name.
You will begin exploring the Historic Peninsula, the
heart of Byzantine and Ottoman Istanbul. Start the highline with Hagia Sophia – one of the most impressive monuments in the world, originally
built in the 6th century.Blue Mosque – famous for its elegant domes and
beautiful Iznik tiles. Hippodrome of Constantinople – the ancient center
of chariot races during the Byzantine period. After, you will visit, Topkapi Palace – the magnificent residence of Ottoman sultans for nearly four
centuries.
Later in the afternoon you will explore the famous Basilica Cistern a fascinating underground Byzantine reservoir supported by hundreds of marble columns. After the tour return to the cruise port or your hotel.
