Antalya Istanbul Day Trip (By Plane)

Antalya Istanbul day trip is an exciting way to explore historical landmarks, stunning natural scenery, and the vibrant culture of Istanbul.

Turkey is not just Antalya. While in Turkey, this tour is an excellent opportunity to visit vibrant Istanbul. Istanbul is a colourful city that connects two continents, Europe and Asia. On tour, you will see the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace. In addition, you will visit the house of Sultans and Princesses, the famous antique Hippodrome and Sultanahmet Square. The tour itinerary also includes the spice and dried fruit market.

A local professional English-speaking guide will accompany you on all excursions and be ready to tell you about the places you visit.

Some say that Paris is the most romantic city in the world, but wonder if they have ever visited Istanbul. You can combine a city getaway with your beach holiday with this tour. A day trip to Istanbul is the best chance to taste the atmosphere of Istanbul. After this excursion, you will surely want to return to explore the city further.

You will get a lot for your money on this day trip as you experience the city accompanied by local professional guides who know all the best places to visit.

Highlights of the tour

You will visit the famous Blue Mosque in the Sultanahmet area, followed by the ancient hippodrome and monoliths. The most special visit will be to the Topkapi Palace. Topkapi Palace was home to Sultans and the hub of the Ottoman Empire for centuries.

In the Topkapi Museum, you will see the jewels and clothes worn by concubines, Princes and Sultans. In addition, you will visit the council chambers, libraries, and apothecaries that form part of this vast complex of buildings that make up the palace. There are also several religious artefacts housed within its walls that attract pastoral visitors as well as tourists.

You will enjoy some time navigating the spice market that arouses the senses with wafts of exotic spices and dried fruits, not to mention the vibrant colours and calling of salesmen.

You will have some free time in the city and take a boat ride on the Bosphorus, where you can sail between two continents observing the grand palaces and summer homes of not only the rich and famous but of the great Sultans.

You will be collected from your hotel at approximately 04:00 to arrive at the airport for your domestic flight. The flight from Antalya to Sabiha Gokcen Airport takes around 1 hour and 20 minutes, the perfect chance to catch an extra hour’s sleep before you disembark and start your Istanbul adventure.

Your guide for the day will meet you at arrivals and accompany you throughout your visit. The first stops will be the Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Square and the Hippodrome. Next, you will visit Topkapi Palace and Spice Market. You will have free time throughout the day, and your guide will happily inform you about the places to visit in your free time.

After your free time, you will have lunch in a local restaurant and have a 90-minute Bosphorus Cruise, where you will sail the Bosphorus.

As the day ends, your guide will accompany you back to the airport, where you will set off for Antalya. You will be met by the driver upon arrival at Antalya airport, ready to leave for your accommodation. The Antalya Istanbul day trip is a long day, and you will return tired but thrilled at the wonders you have experienced.