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SOCIAL PROGRAMME SIGHT-SEEING ÝSTANBUL TOURS TR-01 BOSPHORUS CRUISE AND ETHNOLOGICAL MUSEUM After a short visit to the famous Egyptian spice bazaar, an unforgettable excursion starts between two continents, Europe and Asia. The cruise will take you along the Shoreline, where you will be able to see Palaces from the late Ottoman Period, Dolmabahçe, Beylerbeyi as well as 19th and 20th century's beautiful wooden kiosks, mansions and modern villas. Disembark will be at Sarýyer, near the mouth of the Black Sea. Trip includes a drive along the Bosphorus straight to the most interesting Ethnological Museum of Ýstanbul.
 TR-02 ASIAN ÝSTANBUL TOUR (Beylerbeyi Palace and Asian Ýstanbul Tour) A pleasent drive to the Asian part of Ýstanbul across the Intercontinental Bosphorus Bridge. First stop will be at Çamlýca Hill, the highest point in Ýstanbul for panoramic view, and then a short drive to a nearby small village by the Bosphorus called Beylerbeyi to visit the 19th century summer palace of the Sultans. After a full tour of this Palace, including the Harem, shopping opportunities at this small village will be available.
The combination of the Bosphorus Cruise and the Asian Ýstanbul Tours (TR-01 & TR-02)
Introduction to the city's imperial history by driving around the Golden Horn and the great wall of Constantinople. St. Sophia: The magnificent Byzantine Church, one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world. It has been nominated to be the 8th wonder of the world by many historians. Blue Mosque: One of the largest mosques in Ýstanbul representing 17th century architecture and one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Ýstanbul. Also it is famous for its blue tiles and six minarets. Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts: Former Palace of Ýbrahim Pascha, today a museum where you can see the old Turkish way of life. Hippodrome: The Former centre of sportive and political activities of Constantinople. During the visit you will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, the Serpentine Column from Delphi, and the fountain of Wilhelm. Grand Bazaar: In addition to its historical significance, it is a bazaar that will tempt even the no-shoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs. 
TR-05 OTTOMAN WONDERS TOUR Topkapý 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 and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family. Süleymaniye Mosque: The Mosque of Sultan Süleyman "The Magnificent" built in the 16th century by Sinan, the famous world renown architect of his time. Golden Horn: Drive along the Golden Horn by the Roman Land walls and Churches of the Byzantine Period.
Full Day Tour - 2 is the combination of Imperial and Ottoman Wonders Tours. (TR-04 & TR-05)
After a relaxing cruise on The Marmara Sea, you will arrive at Büyükada, where peace is decorated with wooden houses, pine trees and wonderful panoramic views. Tour will include a carriage drive in quiet, narrow streets around the Island, delicious food at a fish restaurant and time for leisure. This resort is 28 km away from Ýstanbul in the southeastern part of the Marmara Sea.
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