Signature City Istanbul

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Overview
Highlights
- Walking is the best way to get to know a new place
- I’m energetic and enjoy a good physical challenge, so I’m always ready to spend the day on the move
- Whether it’s public transit, city streets or village cobblestones, I’m game
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Transatlantic flights, possible changing of flights at various airports and walking between terminals during connections.
Depart on overnight flights from the U.S.
Walking required upon arrival in Istanbul Airport, length and duration depending on the arrival gate and its proximity to the main terminal. Depending on how busy passport control areas and baggage claim areas are, some standing and waiting may be required while clear...
Walking up to 1 mile in total on cobblestone streets in the pedestrianized parts of the old city. Standing for 5 - 10 minutes at a time while visiting certain sites and listening to the instructor's on-site lectures. Participants will need to take off shoes before vis...
Participants will have to take off their shoes before visiting each mosque and ladies will need to cover their head before entering a mosque. Walking up to 1 mile on cobblestone streets throughout the whole day and intermittent standing while listening to the instruct...
Walking up to 2 miles visiting two large palaces in one day. Several flights of stairs while visiting Dolmabahce Palace. Intermittent standing and waiting while listening to instructor during these visits at palaces.
Start your day at the Topkapi Palace, primary...
Walking up to 1 mile throughout the whole day. Standing up to 5 minutes while listening to the instructor lecturing about sites. Getting on and off the bus several times while moving between sites.
This morning we will set out to enjoy a unique opportunity to wa...
Walking up to 2 miles while visiting Bazaars even though the total distance to be walked is up to the participant during free time at the Bazaars. Both bazaars will be crowded and busy so care is needed while navigating the busy streets of the Bazaars. Getting on and ...
Transfers to Istanbul Airport take 45 to 60 minutes depending on the time of day. Walking long distances (up to 1 mile) may be needed at the Istanbul Airport from check-in area to gate.
There will be group transfers from the hotel to Istanbul Airport, depending ...
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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