Guided sightseeing through Istanbul's old city
Views across the Bosphorus to Kızkulesi
The historic Hippodrome of Constantinople
A private, guide-led short break through Istanbul's Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks — hotel, breakfast and airport transfers included.
This 2-day, 1-night Istanbul package is built for travellers who want the city's essential sights covered properly, without rushing. You're met on arrival, settled into a well-located 4-star hotel, and taken through a full day of Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks with a professional English-speaking guide.
Almost everything is arranged for you — accommodation, breakfast, transport, entrance fees and guiding — so the only decisions left are what to eat and how long to linger at each stop. An optional dinner cruise can be added on your arrival evening if your schedule allows.
We run this package year-round and tailor the pace to your group, whether you're travelling as a couple, a family, or with friends.
On arrival, you're met and privately transferred to your hotel. Our team gives you a short orientation at reception with suggestions for your free time, and you stay overnight in Istanbul.
We can add a Bosphorus dinner cruise to your first evening if your arrival time allows — ask us when booking.
08:30 — Pickup from your hotel to begin a full day covering Istanbul's Old City.
17:00 — Transfer back to your hotel for an overnight stay in Istanbul.
After breakfast, check out from your hotel (before 12:00) and transfer to the airport or port according to your departure details.
Based on travellers who book this package, here's how to get the most from your 2 days in Istanbul.
April–May and September–October bring mild weather and thinner crowds at Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
Pair Day 1 with our Bosphorus Dinner Cruise for a relaxed first night before the full sightseeing day.
Shoulders and knees covered are required at the Blue Mosque; scarves are available on-site if needed.
Arrive at the Hippodrome early — soft morning light works best against the Obelisk and Blue Mosque backdrop.
Lunch on Day 2 is included near the Old City — save appetite, portions are generous with traditional Turkish dishes.
Book flights out after 14:00 on Day 3 to avoid rushing your hotel checkout and airport transfer.
Local tours may include stops at shopping facilities where timing allows. This is optional and never affects your itinerary pace.
One night in a well-located 4-star or similar boutique hotel is included. We offer the hotels below based on availability — if any is unavailable, we substitute an equivalent category, or you're welcome to upgrade or arrange your own accommodation.
Central Taksim location, or a similar hotel depending on availability.
Boutique stay steps from the Sultanahmet historic peninsula.
Traditional Ottoman-style hotel near the main sightseeing route.
Not ready to commit? Send us your questions and preferred dates — we'll reply within a few hours.
Select the number of travellers and submit your details — we'll confirm availability by email or phone.
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Professional, English-speaking guides who know the city's history in depth.
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees or last-minute add-ons.
Happy to adjust hotel category, pacing or add-ons to fit you.
Enquiries are typically answered within a few hours, 24/7.
Looking for an affordable, well-organised Istanbul short break? Our 2-day, 1-night package tour with accommodation covers the city's most famous landmarks — Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapı Palace, the Hippodrome and the Grand Bazaar — with a licensed English-speaking guide, 4★ hotel stay, breakfast, and private airport transfers all included. It's a popular choice for couples, families and small groups wanting a complete Istanbul experience without the stress of planning logistics.
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