• Cross the first suspension bridge built across the glittering Bosphorus, which divides Europe from Asia.
• Marvel at the myriad architectural influences found in the city’s churches, synagogues, mosques and houses.
• Take in landmarks included in Istanbul’s UNESCO World Heritage site designation.
• Discover an astonishing amount of merchandise available at over 4,000 shops in the Grand...

• Drive through Istanbul in the evening, when it will be dramatically illuminated.
• Behold both the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia from Sultanahmet Square.
• Dine on Turkish cuisine at a seafood restaurant in the bustling Kumkapi quarter.

• Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
• Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
• Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
• Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.

• Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
• Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
• Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
• Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.

• Journey to the Asian side of Istanbul across the world’s fifth-longest suspension bridge.
• Tour the luxurious 19th-century Beylerbeyi Palace, a 26-room royal residence designed by a sultan.
• Take in the palace’s elaborate decoration, impressive Islamic artwork, royal stables and panoramic Bosphorus vistas.
• View the Beylerbeyi Mosque.

• Take in several landmarks included in Istanbul’s UNESCO World Heritage site designation.
• Visit the 17th-century Blue Mosque, which features six minarets and an interior showcasing 21,000 blue-green Iznik tiles.
• See the remains of the hippodrome, popular for sporting events during Constantinople’s heyday.
• View breathtaking Hagia Sophia, which many historians consider the 8th Wonde...

• Enjoy traditional dishes that have been creatively prepared with an unconventional twist.
• Savor a multi-sensory dining experience that goes far beyond the meal alone.
• Recognize how Deraliye restaurant perfectly reflects the hip and creative Sultanahmet district.

To ensure that your shoreside experiences are as convenient and enjoyable as possible, we are delighted to offer a complimentary shuttle between your ship and the city center in every port where the ship is not docked within walking distance of the city center. This service runs continuously, aligning perfectly with your ship’s in-port schedule. Best of all, there’s no need to reserve your seat in advance. Simp...