Arrive in Istanbul
Arrive in Istanbul where a member of the Bonita team will meet you. Receive assistance through immigration and customs before a private transfer to your hotel for a welcome dinner.
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ISTANBUL · 6 DAYS
Six Days in Istanbul
A private luxury itinerary.
A considered journey through Istanbul’s imperial, Byzantine and contemporary layers — with private access, exceptional encounters and time to look closer.
6 days durationPrivate experienceTailored to you
JOURNEYS BY BONITAIstanbul · Sultanahmet · Fener-Balat · Bosphorus
Why this journey
See more.
Understand more.
This is not a checklist of sights. It is a carefully paced way into the stories, places and people that have shaped Türkiye.
Highlights
- Private, out-of-hours opening of Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace
- Private visit to Chora Church Museum and its Byzantine mosaics
- Cruise the Bosphorus between Istanbul’s two shores
- Discover how traditional rugs and kilims are made
The itinerary
Every day has
its own rhythm.
There is a route. The details evolve around you.
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Hagia Sophia & Topkapi Palace
Begin with a private, out-of-hours opening of Hagia Sophia, where Ottoman and Byzantine histories meet beneath one great dome. Continue with an exclusive private opening of Topkapi Palace, then visit the Archaeological Museum and stroll through Gülhane.
Basilica Cistern, Chora & Fener-Balat
Experience a private, out-of-hours opening of the sixth-century Basilica Cistern. View the city walls and take a private tour of Chora Church to see its mosaics and frescoes. Walk the colourful streets of Fener-Balat and visit the Iron Church.
Dolmabahçe & the Bosphorus
Explore the glamorous Dolmabahçe Palace with its impressive state rooms and crystal chandeliers. After lunch in Nişantaşı, privately cruise the Bosphorus between the Asian and European sides, then visit Ortaköy and Beşiktaş.
Süleymaniye & the Grand Bazaar
Take a public ferry and explore Süleymaniye Mosque, one of the most beautifully designed Ottoman mosques. Continue to the Grand Bazaar for lunch, then gather for a farewell dinner.
Depart Istanbul
After breakfast, a private transfer takes you to the airport for your flight home.
Included
Thoughtfully
looked after.
Included in your journey
Private licensed cultural guide
Curated local encounters
Selected meals and tastings
Private transfers and pre-trip assistance
Good to know
Major monument admission is included where stated. Your final itinerary and pricing are confirmed around your dates, preferences and availability.
Begin with a conversation
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