Cumhuriyet Cad No:71/7
Elmadağ - Istanbul
Tel
: +90 212 368 68 71
Faks
:+90 212 368 68 78
e-mail
: [email protected]
www.setur.com.tr
Istanbul
“…by what miracle it emerged from the depths of the sea like a pearl from its shell, and spread
itself to form the banks of the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn…” Çelik Gülersoy
Istanbul's dazzling destiny was drawn when sea-water burst out of the Black Sea into a long
valley during the Quaternary. This created one of the most beautiful straits in the world, the
Bosphorus. The unique 27 kilometre long ribbon of water that connects the Black Sea and the Sea
of Marmara, while separating Asia from Europe, is like a necklace adorning the city. The waterway
and its shores are graced with extraordinary natural beauty, and have attracted emperors,
sultans, kings and queens alike.
A city for all seasons, Istanbul has always been a strategic urban centre. Excavations near the site
of ancient Chalcedon, today’s Kadiköy, tell us that human habitation was present as early as the
5th millennium BC The recorded history of Istanbul begins with Byzantium in the 7th century BC
on the peninsula where Topkapi Sarayi now stands. Due to its strategic location, beauty and
comfortable climate the city flourished and grew.
In the 4th century AD, the Roman emperor Constantine captured the city and rebuilt it in a larger
and more magnificent form. In 326 he decided to make the city the new capital and eventually
Byzantium became the capital of the Roman Empire. After Constantine's death the city was
renamed Constantinopolis, meaning Constantine's city. When the Roman Empire was divided into
two in 395, the city became the natural capital of the eastern half which survived the fall of the
western half in 476 to become what we today call the Byzantine Empire. Captured by the Turks in
1453, the city became the capital of the Ottoman Empire.
If you wish to see the traces of the three empires in today's Istanbul, Setur offers selections of
full and half day tours through the time tunnel that will take you back as early as Byzantine times.
The more one learns about the city, the more attached one gets, discovering that Istanbul's
beauty is incomparable.
Istanbul today is just as lively as ever, if not more so. The city offers infinite variety in the fields
of art, culture, business, entertainment, and sport, attracting many visitors from all around the
world. It is a perfect venue for meetings of all sizes. There is an abundance of 5 star hotels,
conference facilities, trade fair centers, stadiums and concert halls, churches, synagogues and
mosques, museums and palaces. In all the city offers the world a unique melting pot of cultures
and civilisations blended with all the conveniences of modern day life.
Cumhuriyet Cad No:71/7
Elmadağ - Istanbul
Tel
: +90 212 368 68 71
Faks
:+90 212 368 68 78
e-mail
: [email protected]
www.setur.com.tr
MINIMUM 8 PERSONS TO GO
TOUR 01 – Istanbul Classic ( Full day Tour )
Hippodrome; The former center of sportive and political activities of Constantinople. During the
visit you’ll be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt Serpentine Column from Delpli and fountain of
Willhelm II.
Blue Mosque; One of the largest mosques in İstanbul dating from the 17th century it is one of
the principal adornments on he skyline of İstanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarets.
St.Sophia; The magnificent Byzantine Church; one of the finest architectural works in the world.
It has been nomineted as the 8th wonder of the world by many historians.
Topkapı Palace; The former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was
ruled. Today a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collections of Chinese and
Japanese porcelain.
Grand Bazaar; In addition to its historical importance, it’s a bazaar that will tempt even the
nonshoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and
souvenirs.
Private Basis
Per person USD 68,00
MINIMUM 8 PERSONS TO GO
TOUR 02 – Two Continents ( Full Day Tour)
Egyptian Spice Market; A short visit to the famous oriental shopping area where spices, herbs,
vegetables, fruits are sold.
Bosphorus Cruise; An unforgettable excursion starts between two continents. Europe and Asia.
The cruise takes you along the Bosphorus, past the European style palaces of The Ottomans,
Dolmabahçe and Beylerbeyi, as well as beautiful wooden kiosks from 19th century. Disembark in
Tarabya a small village by the Bosphorus on the European side.
Bosphorus Bridge; After lunch, crossing over the intercontinental suspension bridge, you will go
to Asia side.
Beylerbeyi Palace; The Beylerbeyi Palace is one of the mansions built on shores of the
Bosphorus under the influence of Western architecture in the 19th. The rich exterior of the Palace
complements the extravagantly decorated interior.
Çamlıca Hill; First stop will be the highest point of İstanbul which offers the possibility of taking
the best pictures of the panoramic view.
Private Basis
Per person USD 68,00
Cumhuriyet Cad No:71/7
Elmadağ - Istanbul
Tel
: +90 212 368 68 71
Faks
:+90 212 368 68 78
e-mail
: [email protected]
www.setur.com.tr
MINIMUM 8 PERSONS TO GO
TOUR 03 – Heritage Tour ( Full Day Tour)
Dolmabahçe Palace; The Dolmabahçe Palace became the main Palace of the Empire when it
was built is a conglomeration of European architectural styles.
Basilica Cistern; Built by Emperor Justinian to accumulate water for the shortages in the 6th
century, this extraordinary water cistern with its several hundreds columns could supply water to
the city in case of siege.
Süleymaniye Mosque; The mosque of Sultan Süleyman “The Magnificent” built in the 16th
century by Sinan, the famous architect of the time.***
Chora Church ; The ancient church is an unsurpassed example of Byzantine frescoes and
mosaics dating from the 11th and 14th centuries, that presents superb series magnificently
restored and cleaned by the Byzantine Institute in America. The lives of the Virgin Mary and Jesus
Christ are depicted in mosaics with magnificent touches of art in the chronological order of events
cited in the Bible.
Per person USD 84,00
Close days of Museums
• Hagia Sophia is closed on Mondays and is replaced by Basilica Cistern
• Grand Bazaar and Spice Market are closed on Sundays.
• Topkapı Palace is closed on Tuesdays
• Beylerbeyi Palace is closed on Mondays and Thursdays, replaced by Hidiv Pavillon.
• Chora Church is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
• Dolmabahçe Palace is closed on Mondays and Thursdays
Istanbul FULL DAY city tour price include;
• Entrance fees to museums and historical sites
• Coach ( accordingly number of person Mercedes Vito A/C,Mercedes Sprinter A/C or
Midibus A/C or Stage * Coach A/C )
• English-speaking tour guide
• VAT%18
Istanbul FULL DAY city tour price do not include ;
• Tips for guide and driver
• Drinks
İstanbul full day city tours beginning at 09:00am or 09:30am in the morning from
hotel and ending at 17:30pm or 18:00pm at the hotel..