A relaxed week in Istanbul from one hotel: a full private day on the historic European side, another on the Asian side across the Bosphorus, and a day trip east to Lake Sapanca and the green village of Maşukiye, with free days in between for the bazaars, the Bosphorus ferries and the city’s restaurants. Eight nights in a deluxe room with breakfast and a private car with driver for transfers and tours.

Duration
9 Days / 8 Nights
Base
Istanbul (8 nights)
Touring
Private car, 8-hour days
Price basis
2 travelers sharing
This is a land package: international flights are not included and can be quoted from Cairo on request. Entrance fees are paid locally. Prices are approximate, start from the figure shown and depend on dates and availability · message us for an exact quote.
Halifaks Hotel, Istanbul (or similar)
Deluxe room with breakfast · 8 nights

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1

Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul

Airport reception and private transfer to your hotel. Check in and rest.

  • Airport reception and private transfer
  • Overnight in Istanbul
2

Day 2: Istanbul’s European side

8 hours, private car Private tour

A full private day around the main sights of Istanbul’s European side.

  • European-side highlights
  • Overnight in Istanbul
The Blue Mosque
The Galata shore
3

Day 3: Free day

A free day to enjoy the city at your own pace.

  • Free day
  • Overnight in Istanbul
4

Day 4: Istanbul’s Asian side

8 hours, private car Private tour

A full private day across the Bosphorus around the main sights of the Asian side.

  • Asian-side highlights
  • Overnight in Istanbul
The Maiden’s Tower
The Bosphorus Bridge
5

Day 5: Free day

A free day to enjoy the city at your own pace.

  • Free day
  • Overnight in Istanbul
6

Day 6: Sapanca & Maşukiye

8 hours, private car Private tour

A day trip to Lake Sapanca and the green village of Maşukiye.

  • Lake Sapanca
  • Maşukiye
  • Overnight in Istanbul
Lake Sapanca
7

Days 7–8, Free days

Two free days for shopping, the bazaars and the Bosphorus.

  • Free days
  • Overnights in Istanbul
8

Day 9: Departure

Private transfer to the airport.

  • Private transfer to the airport

What is Included

Included in the price

  • 8 nights in a deluxe room with daily breakfast
  • All transfers and tours by private car with driver
  • Three 8-hour private touring days
  • Two local SIM cards with data
  • WhatsApp support throughout the trip

Not included

  • International flights (quotable from Cairo on request)
  • Visa, if required, and travel insurance
  • Entrance fees
  • Lunches and dinners
  • Personal expenses and tipping
Price from, per person
$860
Approximate, per person based on 2 travelers sharing a double room, as of 2026. Message us with your dates and group size for an exact quote.
Prices vary by season and are subject to availability.

Ahmose Travel is an Egyptian tour operator based in Alexandria, Egypt that arranges these trips directly. Message us on WhatsApp at +20 127 530 7375 or visit ahmosetravel.com.

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