SOCIAL ACTIVITY PROGRAM
Monday, June 15th: Historical Peninsula Tour with Professional Guide + Dinner (This Sightseeing Tour is Included in The Program)
Topkapı Palace, also known as the Seraglio, served as the main residence and administrative headquarters of the Ottoman sultans until the construction of Dolmabahçe Palace. The museum collection includes Ottoman clothing, weapons, armor, miniatures, … etc. Sultanahmet is the historic center of Istanbul and a present-day UNESCO Heritage Site. This neighborhood is home to some of the most stunning landmarks such as Hagia Sofia and the Blue Mosque. Hagia Sofia, which was built as a Christian church in the 6th century CE (532-537) under the direction of the Byzantine emperor Justinian the First, in subsequent centuries became a mosque, museum, and a mosque again. The building reflects the religious changes that have played out in the region over the centuries.
Tuesday, June 16th: Istanbul Aquarium Tour + Dinner (Optional Sightseeing Tour)
It is said that the Istanbul Aquarium is one of the best Aquariums and Theme Parks in Europe; in fact, it is the biggest Thematic Aquarium in the world. The Aquarium is home to approximately 1,500 species and 15,000 land and sea creatures; it also covers a 6,000 square meter area and has a special-themed 1,2 km long travel route originating in the Black Sea towards the Pacific. The Aquarium is located inside Aqua Florya Shopping Mall where there are numerous of the world’s finest trademarks, in addition, it has a beautiful view directly to the sea.
Friday, June 19th: Çamlıca Tower and Mosque Tour + Dinner (Optional Sightseeing Tour)
The Çamlıca Tower is a telecommunications tower with observation decks and restaurants. The total height of the tower is 369 meters (1,211 feet), making it the tallest structure in Istanbul with a 360-degree viewpoint of the whole city. The Çamlıca Mosque is the largest in Türkiye and can hold up to 63,000 people. It stands on Çamlıca Hill in the Üsküdar district of Istanbul and is visible from much of the city center. It also includes the “Museum of Islamic Civilizations” in addition to an art gallery, library, and conference hall.
