08.00 - Turkish tea for breakfast
10.00 - Immerse yourself in history at the Old City
With many of the most important cultural landmarks, including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and the Grand Bazaar, the Old City region serves as a base from which to explore the city's marvels. Star your day early to avoid queues.
11.00 - Time for local shopping
Enjoy the cool interiors of the Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest and biggest closed bazaars of the world, housing more than 3,000 shops and attracting half a million visitors each day. Spend a leisurely afternoon exploring the bazaar and the Spice Market, sitting in one of the cafés and watching the crowds pass by, and bargain carpets, pottery, jewelry and such while inhaling the historic atmosphere…
14.00 - Sea voyage
After a tiring walk in the mazes of the Grand Bazaar, it is now time to head out for a sea voyage. There is no better way to experience the grandeur of Istanbul than watch it from the Bosphorus Strait that divides it. Sail between the European and Asian continents on a regular ferry with the sea air in your hair as you float past some of the city's most storied sites. From Topkapi Palace to the Bosphorus Bridge, take in the views.
16.00 - Chill out with art at Istanbul Modern
Time to enjoy a drink on the shores of the Bosphorus... Visit İstanbul Modern in the trendy Karaköy neighborhood to see Turkish art collection and then chill out in its amazing terrace overlooking the sea.
17.00 - Rejuvenate in the Turkish hammam
After a busy day, turn your attention to rejuvenation. A visit to Istanbul isn't complete without a stop at a “hammam” or Turkish bath. Many of the traditional ones are housed in ancient buildings with intricate marble arches giving the peaceful, cavernous rooms a mysterious quality. The Kiliç Ali Paşa hammam in Karaköy is a popular destination for both locals and visitors whereas for utter convenience and a serene setting, the Willow Stream Spa at Fairmont Quasar Istanbul creates an oasis of calm for guests.