Want to visit Istanbul, but your schedule is tight? With our Marmaris Istanbul Tour, you can make it happen. Get a complete overview of Istanbul’s history, tradition, and charm, with a 2-day excursion like no other. The tour is designed to meet the expectations of people of all ages, and promises to fill you with incredible emotions and long-lasting memories.
This 2-day excursion to Istanbul begins in the evening. A comfortable bus will pick you up from your hotel in Marmaris. Professional tour guide will welcome you in the bus and inform you about the schedule. After an overnight ride, you will arrive in the morning at Yalova, from where you will catch a 1-hour ferry to Istanbul. Please note that while on the ferry, you will get a breakfast box, to boost your energy levels!
The ferry is about to anchor at Yenikapi, where a bus is waiting for you. In the morning, your sightseeing exploration includes visits at some notable sites. Expect to visit the infamous Sultanahmet Square, which hosts some important and must-see monuments. For instance, expect to visit the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, and Hagia Sofia. Your tour guide will provide some key information about these sites, and answer any question you might have.
During lunch time, you will have some free time to enjoy a meal, and spend some time as you wish. After that, expect to visit the Egyptian Bazaar for one hour. Get ready to exercise your bargaining skills, as this bazaar is famous for hosting a vast variety of spices and local delicacies. The first day of this tour finishes in the afternoon, with a check in at a hotel in Istanbul. Feel free to get some rest, or ask your guide for recommendations on how to spend the night in Istanbul.
The second day of our Marmaris Istanbul Tour begins with an energizing breakfast at the hotel. After that, you have two options on how to spend the day. The first one is to enjoy a free day in Istanbul, and explore the city as you wish. The second option is to be part of an optional tour, that is available for €30 per person. In case you wish to join the tour, you can expect to visit the worldwide famous Grand Bazaar, cruise into the waters of Bosporus, as well as visit Taksim Square, Galata Tower, and Karakoy.
Istanbul is full of options, so irrespective of how you choose to spend the second day, rest assured for the best memories! In the afternoon, we will start our journey back to Marmaris. First, there is a 1-hour ferry to Yalova, and then a bus ride to Marmaris. Join this 2-day excursion and be confident that you will get the best of Istanbul.
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Grab the chance to visit Istanbul with an incredible 2-day tour from Marmaris. This excursion is designed to offer you a complete overview of what the city has to offer. Expect to visit some of the most important sites, get the real vibes of the bustling streets, explore the infamous bazaars, and make memories that will never fade.
Pick-up: Pick up is scheduled at night from your hotel in Marmaris. A professional tour guide will welcome you in a modern and fully air-conditioned bus. The ride to Istanbul is approximately 6 hours, so make yourself comfortable and relax. The guide will brief you on the schedule, and answer your questions.
Ferry to Istanbul: The bus from Marmaris will arrive at Yalova in the early morning hours. From there, you will catch a 1-hour ferry to Istanbul. The ferry features a cafeteria and toilets for your own convenience. In addition, we will offer you a breakfast box to enjoy during the trip.
Morning Sightseeing: Your morning exploration in Istanbul includes visits at some key location in the city centre. Sultanahmet Square is about to impress you as it hosts several interesting sites. During your time there, you will visit the Hippodrome. In addition, the guide will take you to the infamous Blue Mosque and Hagia Sofia.
Egyptian Bazaar: After visiting the sites, you will have one hour free to enjoy lunch. Then, accompanied by the guide, you will visit the Egyptian Bazaar. This bazaar is famous for showcasing an incredible variety of spices. Hence, expect to shop some nice souvenirs and local delicacies to take back home.
Hotel: The first night finishes with a check in at a beautiful hotel in Istanbul. Once there, you can get some rest, or explore the city as you wish.
Free Day or Optional Tour: The second day of this incredible 2-day exploration begins with a breakfast at the hotel. What is important to mention is that you are free to choose how to spend the day. You can either enjoy a free day as you wish, or join an optional city tour for $30 per person. If you prefer to be part of the tour, expect to visit:
Return: The second day finishes with your return back to Marmaris. After a 1-hour ferry to Yalova, a bus will drive you back to Marmaris.
This 2-day tour to Istanbul was exactly what I needed to experience this famous city. Organization was amazing, and we felt very comfortable. The hotel was clean, in a central location, and our guide was an awesome guy! My personal favourite was Hagia Sofia. I mean, wow! It’s huge!! The bazaar was also something exciting and I purchased some nice souvenirs. My friends and I liked everything about this tour. I fell in love with the city, and I’m definitely going there again!!
Family of 4, and very pleased with the tour operator! Going to Istanbul with the kids was a bit tricky, but no! These people made everything smooth and easy. Istanbul is a super city for sightseeing, and that’s why we wanted to go there. On the first day we toured some major attractions, and learn many important information about the history of this beautiful city. The second day had no particular schedule, so our guide recommended to visit some places in the city centre. Every corner is picture-perfect, and the food is delicious!!
Group of 6 friends, first time in Istanbul. After few days at the beach, we decided to try something new, and this excursion was the best option for us! If you have some more days left, don’t miss this chance. The vibes of the city are insane, and especially at the Egyptian bazaar, we were impressed. On the second day went for shopping, and Istanbul in a heaven on earth for this. The guide made us feel comfortable, and gave us some good tips on where to go. Super cool excursion!