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Fam Trip in Istanbul

  • 7 days / 6 nights
  • Istanbul
  • Private Family Tour
  • Dome of Hagia Sophia
    Dome of Hagia Sophia
  • Topkapi Palace
    Topkapi Palace
  • Bosphorus Cruise
    Bosphorus Cruise
  • The Spice Market
    The Spice Market
  • Istiklal Street
    Istiklal Street

An Introduction to Your Journey

Discover Istanbul together through Old City walks, a private motor-yacht cruise and visits to its palaces, neighbourhoods and bazaars. This seven-day family itinerary includes time in Karakoy and the Grand Bazaar, with a flexible pace to suit your interests.

Your Route Through Turkey

Route map for Fam Trip in Istanbul: Istanbul

Route overview showing main destinations and travel connections.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

  1. Meet your driver on arrival in Istanbul and transfer to your hotel. Take time to settle in and rest after your journey. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a gentle orientation walk and dinner before your family's stay in the city begins.

  2. Meet your guide for a walking route beginning at the Basilica Cistern. Continue on foot to Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, allowing time to explore and take breaks. Then walk to the Blue Mosque and finish at the Hippodrome. The day's pace can be adjusted around your family.

  3. Begin at Eminonu Pier and board your private motor yacht. Sail north close to the European shore of the Bosphorus, turn at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, the second Bosphorus bridge, and return close to the Asian shore to the same pier.

    After the cruise, walk from Eminonu Pier to the Spice Market. Continue on foot to Rustem Pasha Mosque and finish at Sirkeci Train Station, with time for food stops and family breaks.

  4. Begin at Dolmabahce Palace, then travel by private minivan to Ortakoy. After time to explore the waterfront, continue by minivan to Taksim Square. Walk through Beyoglu towards Galata Tower, finishing the day's mapped route there.

  5. Spend the day discovering Karakoy at a relaxed pace. Explore its streets, cafes and food stops, with time to follow your family's interests. Any additional activities can be discussed when your itinerary is personalised; the mapped stop for this day is Karakoy.

  6. Explore the Grand Bazaar with your family, allowing time for its shops, lanes and a relaxed lunch. If you would like a family treasure hunt, discuss the arrangements with our team when planning your trip. The mapped stop for this day is the Grand Bazaar.

  7. Your driver will meet you at your hotel for the airport transfer agreed in your travel arrangements. Continue to your next destination or begin your journey home.

Planning Your Trip: Common Questions

This is a sample itinerary. We can change the route, number of days, hotels and experiences based on what you'd like to see and how you prefer to travel.

We'll start by learning about your travel dates, interests and preferences. From there, we'll discuss the itinerary with you, make any necessary changes and prepare a proposal for your trip.

The exact arrangements depend on the itinerary we agree on. Your proposal will clearly explain the accommodation, guiding, transportation and other services included in your trip.

It's worth getting in touch once you have an idea of your dates, especially if you're traveling during a busy period. We can discuss availability and the timing of reservations as we plan your journey.

Plan your trip

Let's Talk About Your Trip

Fam Trip in Istanbul

Tell us when you are thinking of travelling, who is joining you and what your family enjoys. We will review the route with you and help shape the pace, accommodation and experiences around your family.

The Team You'll Plan Your Trip With

  • Erkan Dülger
    Erkan DülgerManaging Partner
  • Kadir Akın
    Kadir AkınManaging Partner
  • Ali Can Yüce
    Ali Can YüceTravel Consultant
  • Gülşah Akın
    Gülşah AkınTravel Consultant
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