8 Days Relaxed Istanbul Tour Package
Not every trip has to be rushed.
This 8-day relaxed Istanbul journey is for travelers who love to explore without losing breath. From iconic sights like Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque to quiet mornings at your hotel or sunset walks by the Bosphorus — this package is all about balance.
With guided tours, free days, hotel stays, and all transfers arranged, all that’s left for you is to enjoy Istanbul — your way.
- Because not everyone wants to be on the move every day
- Because you want time to experience, not just see
- Because Istanbul deserves slow walks, not checklists
- Because you still want comfort: airport pick-ups, hotel stays, daily breakfast — all included
- Because this tour feels like a mix of vacation and discovery
- Because you can join, pause, rest, return — and always feel it’s your trip
- 7 nights hotel accommodation
- Daily breakfast at the hotel
- Roundtrip airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- Istanbul Old City Tour with guide and museum entrances
- Bosphorus Cruise and Two Continents Tour with guide
- Lunch on 2 tour days (Old City & Bosphorus Tour – seasonal Turkish dishes)
- Entrance tickets to Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Dolmabahçe Palace
- Cable car ticket (Pierre Loti Hill)
- Bosphorus boat cruise
- Professional English-speaking tour guides
- All hotel pick-up and drop-off for tour days
- Personal expenses
- Optional experiences (Turkish bath, dinner cruise, etc.)
- Dinner or evening meals
- Drinks during lunch
- Flights to/from Istanbul
8 Days Istanbul Tour Package
Day 1 – Welcome to Istanbul
Airport Pick-Up: When you arrive at Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen Airport, our driver will greet you at the exit gate with a sign showing your name.
Transfer to Hotel: You’ll be taken to your hotel in a transfer vehicle. After check-in, the rest of your day is free to relax or explore nearby cafés and shops at your own pace.
Day 2 – Free Day in Istanbul
Today is yours to explore Istanbul however you like. If you want, you can easily add a Dinner Cruise on the Bosphorus while booking this Istanbul tour package.
Day 3 – Istanbul Old City Tour
Hotel Pick-Up: After breakfast, your guide will pick you up around 08:30 AM for a full-day historical city tour.
Visiting Sights:
- Blue Mosque: A 17th-century mosque famous for its blue tiles and elegant design.
- Hippodrome: Once the center of public life in Byzantine Constantinople, home to ancient monuments.
- Hagia Sophia: A breathtaking mix of Christian and Islamic architecture.
- Grand Bazaar: A huge indoor market where you can find carpets, spices, jewelry, and more.
- Topkapi Palace: Former home of Ottoman sultans, now a museum full of imperial treasures. (*Harem not included*)
Lunch: Seasonal Turkish dishes served at a local restaurant.
Tour End: You’ll return to your hotel around 17:00.
Day 4 – Free Day
This is another free day for you to enjoy Istanbul at your own pace.
Day 5 – Bosphorus Cruise & Two Continents Tour
Hotel Pick-Up: After breakfast, you’ll be picked up around 08:30 AM for a panoramic tour and scenic boat ride.
Visiting Sights:
- Dolmabahçe Palace: A majestic 19th-century palace with European-style architecture and crystal chandeliers.
- Bosphorus Bridge: Travel across this massive bridge linking Europe and Asia.
- Çamlıca Hill: A beautiful hill offering views of both sides of the city.
- Pierre Loti Hill: A peaceful spot overlooking the Golden Horn, reached by cable car.
Lunch on the Boat: Enjoy seasonal Turkish dishes while cruising on the Bosphorus.
Cruise Highlights:
- View of Maiden’s Tower, Ottoman mansions, and waterfront palaces
- Pass under both Bosphorus bridges
Tour End: Return to your hotel around 17:00.
Day 6 – Free Day
You can use this day to enjoy local cafés, book a Turkish bath, or join an optional day trip outside the city such as Princes’ Islands or shopping tours. (Please let us know if you want to add a tour in your free days.)
Day 7 – Free Day
Your last full day in Istanbul is completely yours. It’s a great time to revisit your favorite places or pick up last-minute souvenirs. We’re happy to help with recommendations or bookings if you wish.
Day 8 – Departure Day
Hotel Pick-Up: After breakfast and check-out, you’ll be transferred to the airport in time for your departure flight.
- This tour is perfect for first-timers and slow travelers
- Free days are open for optional tours — we’re happy to arrange anything for you
Hotel Options
If you have a preferred hotel, please let us know during the reservation process. On the checkout page, you will see an "Additional Request" section where you can specify your preference.
However, please note that we will make the reservation at one of the hotels listed below or similar quality hotels based on availability.
Perfect relaxed pace for exploring Istanbul properly. Having free days between tours meant we could explore on our own and revisit places we loved. Airport pickup was smooth and hotel was well located. Old city tour was comprehensive and Bosphorus cruise was beautiful. Really appreciated not feeling rushed the whole time.
Eight days was exactly right amount of time to really get to know Istanbul. Free days gave us chance to wander around neighborhoods, try different restaurants and go shopping. Guided tours were excellent and showed us all the major sites. Would definately recommend this package for anyone who wants to experience the city without being rushed around.
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