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Number of sightseeing tours and one day trips are available in and around Istanbul for alluring the interest of the tourist. It is difficult to miss any important place after visiting Istanbul. You can choose from lot of options of one day sightseeing tour depending on your interest and time.

Bosphorus
Set out on a cruise to explore the waterway and coastal area between Europe and Asia. You can witness lot of wooden villas, marble palaces, and forts along the coastal villages. Ride across the Bosphorus Bridge which connects you with the neighboring continent of Asia in just few minutes. You can enjoy an overwhelming view of the entire city through the Bridge.


Dolmabahce Palace
One of the most fascinating palaces in the world, which was built in 19th century, is the Dolmabahce Palace. It was the official residence of the last Ottoman Sultan. The cost of construction took 35 tons of gold for creating the golden ceiling. This huge palace engages you for full day to walk through the main entrance hall, the Secretariat’s room and the Ataturk’s room. It houses the huge Bohemian Chandelier which is supposed to be the world’s largest chandelier. It is composed of 750 lamps and weighs around 4.5 tons.

Camlica Hall
The tallest point of Istanbul is the Camlica Hall, where you can feel the magnificence of Istanbul and have panoramic view of the Bosphorus and the captivating gardens.

Green Bursa
Enjoy a ferry ride to visit the town of Yalova and proceed to Bursa, the first capital of Ottoman Empire. Pay a visit to ancient monuments of Green Mosque and Green Mausoleum which was built in 14th century. Travel along the slopes of Ulu Mountain to get enthralled by the terrific view. All the places can be covered in a day comfortably if you go on a package.

Prince’s Island
It is composed of chain of nine islands namely, Buyukada, Heybeliada, Burgazada, Kinaliada, Sedef Adasi, Yassiada, Sivriada, Kasik Island and Taysanadasi. All are Greek words have distinctive meaning for recognition. Ideal time to visit these islands is summer months and most of the places are deserted. The only traffic allowed is horse and cart, and hence you can find tranquil in the atmosphere getting relieved from the hassle of Istanbul city crowd.

Cappadocia
It is the neighborhood place of Istanbul and if you are having enough time then plan your visit to this wonderful place. Cappadocia is a unique place in Turkey and is covered by 5 major provinces of underground world. Goreme open air museum is yet another Christian center of the world built during 11th century. It houses number of churches, chapels, and monasteries. Visit Uchisar town situated in the heart of Cappadocia famous for huge rock which was a castle earlier. From this rock you can have a mesmerizing view of the entire Cappadocia.

Blue Mosque
Blue Mosque is one of the magnificent monument of Istanbul having great six minarets. It took 7 years for completion of its construction. You will be taken away by the extraordinary architectural masterpieces and skillful portray of cascades. Since it houses more than 20000 blue tiles in an array of lining for its ceiling the name Blue Mosque was given.

Grand Bazaar
A perfect destination for all your shopping needs at Istanbul is the Grand Bazaar. It offers ranges of products like carpets, leather items, ceramics, fashion jewelry and much more. It is the world’s biggest shopping complex and each day around 3 million tourists visit this exotic place. It has four main gates and around 4000 shops inside.