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La primera parada para los viajeros recién llegados que se preguntan qué hacer en Estambul es el barrio de Sultanahmet, donde se encuentran los lugares más emblemáticos de la ciudad. Al entrar en Santa Sofía, se descubre inmediatamente la identidad multifacética de la ciudad: antiguamente iglesia, luego mezquita, después museo y ahora de nuevo mezquita, este camaleón arquitectónico es una visita obligada en Estambul. Al otro lado de la plaza se encuentra la Mezquita Azul, famosa por sus seis esbeltos minaretes y sus hipnóticos azulejos de İznik. A pocos pasos, las columnas iluminadas y las cabezas de Medusa de la Basílica Cisterna hacen de esta visita una de las experiencias más evocadoras y singulares de Estambul.
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Daily Troy Tour from Istanbul
Set out early in the afternoon for a tour of Troy. After lunch in Eceabat, take a boat across the Dardanelles and travel to the famed Trojan Horse from the days of Beautiful Helen, Queen of Sparta, and Paris, the Trojan Prince. After the tour, head back to Istanbul.
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Miniatürk Istanbul Private Guided Tour & Optional Transfers
Explore the minature world of Miniatürk with a Private Guide to discover more than 100 of Turkey's most important sights, inclduing Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Temple of Artemis, and more! Extended option: private car transfers from your accommodation. Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 2‐hour: Miniatürk Tour Take a guided tour of Miniatürk to see the best of Turkey in a couple of hours, with highlights such as the Temple of Artemis, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and more. 3,5‐hour: Miniatürk Tour with Transport Book a 1,5‐hour round‐trip transfer and a 2‐hour private tour of the Miniatürk, a minature world of the most important Turkish monuments. Join a Licensed Guide on a private tour of Miniatürk, Istanbul’s most popular and unique amusement park. It’s a great attraction for both adults and children, allowing you to walk among the most historically and architecturally important buildings in Turkey. Have fun outdoors.
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Istanbul to Gallipoli and ANZAC Battlefields Small‐Group Tour
After meeting your expert guide at your central Istanbul hotel, travel to Gallipoli by air‐conditioned coach for you small‐group day trip. Buckle up and cruise along the renowned Gallipoli Peninsula and listen as your guide explains the story of this treacherous WWI military offensive. Learn more details about the campaign launched in April 1915 by the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) that aimed to support dwindling Russian forces. The goal of the allied troops was to topple Ottoman Turkish forces and sack Istanbul, then Constantinople. By January 1916, the campaign was a stalemate and the Allied troops retreated after massive casualties on both sides of about 100,000 troops. Arrive in Gallipoli after around a 5‐hour journey and stretch your legs with a stop at ANZAC Cove. Follow your guide and see the 25th April landing’s beach and The Neck, a site where 40% of Australian troops perished with little to show for the effort. Then, visit Johnston’s Jolly and observe former Allied and Turkish trenches and other remnants of war. Next, discover the somber memorials of soldiers who perished. Stop at the heartbreaking Australian Lone Pine Cemetery and Memorial to observe engravings of close to 5,000 men. Then, visit the honorable New Zealand Memorial Chunuk Bair, the site where New Zealanders held their ground in the summer of 1915. In the afternoon, enjoy a lunch that is included (drinks are at your expense). As the sun begins to set, hop back in your coach and leave Gallipoli honoring the soldiers with your remembrance. Traverse back to your Istanbul hotel where your tour concludes. Please note: the order of attractions covered above may be modified during your tour.
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise + Cable Car to Pierre Loti Hill
Discover Istanbul's beauty with a Bosphorus Strait afternoon cruise and Pierre Loti Hill cable car ride. The tour begins with a scenic cruise along the Bosphorus, connecting Asia and Europe. Enjoy amazing views of Istanbul’s skyline, including landmarks like Dolmabahce Palace and Rumeli Fortress. Hop on a cable car at Teleferik Station to ascend Pierre Loti Hill to enjoy beautiful views.
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Asian & European Istanbul: Guided Tour + Bosphorus Cruise + Hotel Pickup + Lunch
See Istanbul from two continents in one day on a guided tour showcasing Istanbul’s Asian and European sides. Start at Çamlıca Hill, the city's highest point, for views of the Bosphorus and skyline. Visit the 19th‐century Beylerbeyi Palace, once home to Ottoman sultans. Next, sail from Asia to Europe on a Bosphorus cruise and visit the Maiden’s Tower. Enjoy lunch with views of the city. Conclude with a shopping stop at one of Istanbul’s largest outlet centers, perfect for souvenirs or fashion.
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Bus and Boat Combo İstanbul Tour with Breakfast and Tour Guide
See Istanbul by boat, bus and cable car on a 6‐hour tour of the city’s atmospheric neighborhoods, monuments and scenery. See the buildings and mosques along the Bosphorus Strait, with time to visit a 19th‐century Ottoman palace. Follow streets lined with historic landmarks to the top Pierre Loti Hill, and enjoy free time to eat lunch, walk or simply enjoy the panoramic views of the city. Descend the hill by cable car, then ride alongside the high walls of the Old City and finish your tour at Sultanahmet Square.
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Bosphorus Strait Private Boat Cruise from Istanbul
This Bosphorus Strait private boat cruise from Istanbul provides a special opportunity to see the area and the city from a new perspective without the hassle of crowded boats. Admire wooden palaces, classic homes, and luxury restaurants on the shore while sailing from Ortakoy to the small island of KIz Kulesi. Bring your own meal on board to enjoy or indulge in a complimentary hot beverage.
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Food tasting with a local family in Istanbul
Immerse yourself in Turkish culture by joining a local Istanbul family at their dining table. You'll step into a world where East meets West, experiencing the warmth of Turkish hospitality firsthand. This intimate experience is exclusive to you and your group, ensuring a personal connection with your host family.Upon arrival, you'll be greeted with traditional Turkish hospitality, perhaps starting with a glass of çay (Turkish tea) or ayran (a yoghurt‐based drink). Then, you'll have the opportunity to assist in preparing the meal, learning the secrets of Istanbul's renowned cuisine. If you prefer, you can simply observe, take notes, or capture photos of the process – the choice is yours! Your host family will have a basic command of English, allowing for engaging conversations about daily life in Istanbul. Feel free to ask about Turkish customs, the city's rich history, or modern life in this vibrant metropolis. In turn, share stories about your own culture and homeland. Many Istanbul families are eager to learn about different parts of the world, making this a truly enriching cultural exchange.This experience offers you a unique glimpse into authentic Istanbul life, far beyond what most tourists see. You'll leave with not just a full stomach, but also a deeper understanding of Turkish culture and perhaps even new friends in this fascinating city where continents collide.
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Istanbul Whirling Dervish Show at Hodjapasha Culture Center
Uncover the sacred practice of the mystical Sufis at an authentic Mevlevi Sema ceremony held at Istanbul’s Hodjapasha Culture Center, and witness the 750‐year‐old tradition that has been preserved on UNESCO’s list of Intangible Heritage of Humanity. Be mesmerized by the bizarre yet beautiful sight of the whirling dervishes as they perform their unique spiritual rituals during a show with a live orchestra.
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Istanbul Daily Platium Combo (Bosphorus Cruise and Ottoman Relics)
Golden Horn (from the bus), the arm of the Bosphorus and a natural harbour of the historical peninsula separating the old and the new parts of İstanbul where the first colonies settled during the Byzantines. The residential area for Byzantine Jews, Italian traders and other non‐muslim minorities. Drive along the traces of history at Balat viewing Metal Church of St. Stephen the Bulgarian, Jewish Hospital (Or‐Ahayim), Fener Orthodox Patriarchate and 22 kms. long Byzantine City Walls, strongest fortification of the middle age. Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar), mystical smells of different aromas of various spices. Shops selling fruits, vegetables, fish, flowers etc. Bosphorus Cruise on Plan Tours’ private boat, through the waterway separating the two continents, Europe and Asia, with a possibility to take photographs of marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman architecture besides modern residentials and luxurious apartments. Rumeli Fortress (from the boat — no interior visit), historical armament built by the Conqueror to control and protect the Bosphorus. A unique example of military architecture. Lunch at a typical Turkish Restaurant Topkapı Palace, residence of Ottoman Sultans exhibiting imperial treasury, sacred Islamic relics of Prophet Mohammed, kitchen, Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy section etc. Live guide commentary is not allowed in special sections. (Harem is not included in the program) Sultan Tombs, there are five tombs of Ottoman Sultans within the graveyard at Hagia Sophia.The ceramic panels are the most beautiful examples of the 16th century with purple, red, green and blue flower motives. Prince robes and a small piece from the Kaaba covers are displayed on the sarcophaguses.
Qué hacer en Estambul por la noche: donde el patrimonio se une al hedonismo
Al caer la tarde sobre el Bósforo, la ciudad se transforma. Si te preguntas qué hacer en Estambul por la noche, empieza con unos cócteles en Mikla, un restaurante en la azotea que ofrece vistas panorámicas y un menú degustación nórdico-turco tan irresistible como el horizonte. A continuación, disfruta de un crucero por el Bósforo, pasando bajo puentes iluminados junto a palacios otomanos que brillan en la noche.
Cosas únicas que hacer en Estambul para el explorador sofisticado
Aunque el Gran Bazar suele acaparar toda la atención, los exploradores que buscan cosas únicas que hacer en Estambul deben dirigirse al barrio de Çukurcuma, un laberinto de tiendas de antigüedades, galerías y el Museo de la Inocencia, basado en la novela del premio Nobel Orhan Pamuk. Si lo que busca son historias en lugar de recuerdos, visitar este barrio es una de las mejores cosas que puede hacer en Estambul.
Realice una excursión privada en barco a las Islas de los Príncipes, donde las bicicletas han sustituido a los carruajes tirados por caballos, pero el tiempo parece seguir transcurriendo lentamente. También puede sumergirse en la artesanía turca con un taller personalizado de Ebru (arte del marmolado) en un antiguo han (posada), escondido en las laberínticas calles de Beyazıt.
Qué ver y hacer en Estambul fuera de los circuitos habituales
Más allá de las vistas de postal, una visita al Istanbul Modern, el principal museo de arte contemporáneo de Turquía, ahora ubicado en un impresionante edificio nuevo diseñado por Renzo Piano en el paseo marítimo de Karaköy, debería incluirse en tu lista de cosas que ver y hacer en Estambul. A continuación, explora los barrios de Fener y Balat, que en su día fueron el hogar de comunidades griegas ortodoxas y judías, donde las mansiones descoloridas y las fachadas en tonos pastel ofrecen un festín visual.
Si te atrae la espiritualidad, no te pierdas una ceremonia de derviches giróvagos en una tekke histórica; esta experiencia hipnótica y meditativa es uno de los momentos más memorables e imprescindibles para cualquier amante de la cultura en Estambul.
Qué hacer en Estambul en dos días: cultura, gastronomía y cruceros
Si tienes la suerte de disponer de 48 horas, decidir qué hacer en Estambul se convierte en un elegante baile entre tradición y modernidad. Día uno: sigue la ruta clásica por Sultanahmet y luego disfruta de un hammam turco en Hurrem Sultan Hamamı, una experiencia de lujo que restaura el alma.
Segundo día: comienza la mañana en el ferry a Üsküdar y luego da un paseo hasta la Torre de las Doncellas, seguido de un almuerzo tranquilo en Moda. El té de la tarde en el Pera Palace Hotel (donde Agatha Christie escribió sus novelas de misterio más vendidas) es imprescindible para los amantes de la literatura, y la puesta de sol desde la Torre de Gálata ofrece un final dorado a tu itinerario por Estambul.
Reflexiones finales: El arte de viajar por Estambul
Decidir qué hacer en Estambul no es cuestión de tachar cosas de una lista, sino de dejarse llevar por una ciudad que es a partes iguales un poema y un rompecabezas. Ya sea paseando por callejuelas centenarias o contemplando el brillo de la ciudad desde la azotea de un bar, todas las contradicciones de Estambul cautivan. Es un lugar donde tus sentidos, y tu alma, estarán siempre plenos.
La próxima vez que te preguntes qué hacer en Estambul, tenlo claro: la respuesta siempre está por descubrir, siempre sorprende y siempre merece la pena volver.