Get a true taste of Istanbul – a city forging itself as the world’s most spectacular intersection of cultures, cuisine and continents
  • Take a guided tour through the Hagia Sophia and learn the hidden tales of this magnificent one-of-a-kind monument with a local expert.
  • Get lost in the labyrinth of the Grand Bazaar, passing by the myriad traders who sell their wares in this expansive space. How good are your haggling skills?
  • Join a home cooking experience, discovering some simple local food with your hosts and spending some time in a tea house – just like the locals do!
  • Gain a close insight into the lives of past Sultans at Topkapi Palace.
  • Enjoy the hustle and bustle of the great city of Istanbul and rub shoulders with the locals.
Accommodation is typically in hotels, with the possibility of alternative arrangements if preferred options are unavailable. Early check-in may not always be possible, but luggage storage and shared day rooms are available until rooms are ready.