Unforgettable Week in Istanbul : Yacht Tour with Wine, Private Turkish Bath, Sunset on a Rooftop, Food Tour, Party Bus, Exploring both the European and Asian side and MORE!
In this exciting co-working trip in Istanbul, a lot of fun activities are planned outside of work hours. Here is the full list of attractions and activities that we will explore together (and party together!) after work and during the weekend. - Hagia Sophia - Egyptian Bazaar, Grand Bazaar & Arasta Bazaar - Suleymaniye Mosque, Rustem Pasha Mosque, The Blue Mosque - Galata Bridge - Basilica Cistern - Sultanahmet Square - Walking tour on the Asian side & European side - Yacht tour with wine and music - Party bus and clubbing - Food tour and enjoy the beautiful Istanbul view on the rooftop Please wear comfortable shoes during walking tours. For visiting mosques, please bring a headscarf with you and wear a knee-length skirt/ short.
About me! I am originally from Hong Kong, and have been living in Germany since 2014. I am travelling almost on a weekly basis due to business trip; other than that, I like to make my holiday abroad at least 4 times a year. I hope to meet more like-minded people and travel buddies through JoinMyTrip.
Details about the accommodation: We will be staying in a 2-bedroom apartment, with 4 beds in total. There is a table & wifi for co-working during the week. There is a terrace shared with other guests. It is in the Fatih district and Old City area which is close to historical places, easy access to public transportation, and traditional Turkish restaurants. To make you feel at home. there is a hair dryer, kettle, kitchen, TV, refrigerator, towel, microwave, liquid soap, etc.
What's included?
Food tour to try 5 types of Turkish Meze
Private transfer to/from the food tour
1-hour Turkish bath and sauna
15min foam massage by a female therapist
30min massage by a female therapist
Face mask treatment
2-hour yacht tour with 2 glasses of wine
Party bus+3 rooftop clubs entry+3 shots
1 European & 1 Asian side walking tours
Accommodation (Shared rooms)
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The trip with Kaman was outstanding! Kaman was well organized and did a great job planning everything. I can definitely recommend her as a trip leader:)
After co-working during the day, around 5pm, we will be visiting Suleymaniye Mosque from outside, yes, outside only as it is closed at 16:45. If you are arriving the apartment after 16:30, please let me know upfront, we can also adjust the plan of the first day.
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Rustem Pasha Mosque
Day 1
The Rüstem Pasha Mosque is an Ottoman mosque located in the Hasırcılar Çarşısı in the Tahtakale neighborhood of the Fatih district of Istanbul, Turkey, near the Spice Bazaar. For visiting mosques, please bring a headscarf with you and wear a knee-length skirt/ short.
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Egyptian Bazaar
Day 1
This 17th-century market is known as the Egyptian Bazaar / Spice Bazaar, with spice, food & textile shops. It is one of the largest bazaars in the city and most famous covered shopping complex after the Grand Bazaar.
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Galata Bridge
Day 1-2
Bustling bridge across the Golden Horn with pedestrian walkways & street vendors, with cafes below. There are many seafood restaurants in this area, where we will have our first get-to-know-each-other dinner in one of the best seafood restaurants.
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Sirkeci
Day 2-3
Around 18:30, we will enjoy the beautiful Istanbul sunset on a rooftop and try more than 10 different Turkish food in a historic 130 years old local restaurant. What is included? - Turkish kebabs with vegetarian tapas plus dessert - Turkish coffee :)
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Istanbul Sirkeci
Day 3-4
At 18:00, we will head to this authentic spa and treat ourselves with a Turkish Hamam (Bath) after work. After that we will enjoy dinner at a seafood resturant. What is included? - 1-hour Turkish bath and sauna - 15-min foam massage by a female therapist - 30-min massage by a female therapist - Face mask treatment
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Bosphorus Bridge
Day 4
TGIF! at 17:00, we will cruise the scenic Bosphorus and its beautiful sites. We will see palaces, bridges on a yacht. There is also music on board :) What is included? - 2-hour yacht cruise - 2 glasses of wine and snacks
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Sultanahmet Square
Day 4-5
On Saturday, we begin our walking tour on the European side at 09:00. Please wear comfortable shoes as it is gonna be a long walk :) Sultanahmet Square or the Hippodrome of Constantinople was previously a circus that was the sporting and social centre of Constantinople, capital of the Byzantine Empire. The word hippodrome comes from the Greek hippos, horse, and dromos, path or way.
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Arasta Bazaar
Day 5
Arasta Bazaar is a traditional, buzzy market street lined with small stores selling spices, pottery, rugs & souvenirs. It's a curated set of about 80 shops and one of the historical bazaars in Istanbul.
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The Blue Mosque
Day 5
It is an Ottoman architectural beauty with its indoor giant columns, stain glasses, Iznik tiles and beautiful classic dome patterns. For visiting mosques, please bring a headscarf with you and wear a knee-length skirt/ short.
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Hagia Sophia
Day 5
This is one of its kind temple from God to Humankind in comparison with many others. Get ready to see something from Noah's ark and only example in the universe! The last of three church buildings to be successively erected on the site by the Eastern Roman Empire, it was completed in 537 AD.
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Basilica Cistern
Day 5
The Basilica Cistern, or Cisterna Basilica, is the largest of several hundred ancient cisterns that lie beneath the city of Istanbul, Turkey. Entrance fee is not included in our tour price, it is around 11 EUR.
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Grand Bazaar
Day 5
The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with 61 covered streets and over 4,000 shops on a total area of 30,700 m². Before heading to the Asian side, we will have some quick bites (more food to come on the other side of the continent :)). Ferry to the Asian Side is included.
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Kadıköy
Day 5
To begin our walking tour on the Asian side, we will charge our body battery with some local food. What is included? - Fresh Simit and Turkish Tea (sesame crusted, circular bread ) - Freshly squeezed fruit juice - Turkish flatbread - Midye (mussels that are filled with an aromatic blend of rice, herbs, nuts, spices and dill) - Turkish Coffee
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Maiden's Tower
Day 5
The Maiden's Tower, also known as Leander's Tower (Tower of Leandros) since the Byzantine period, is a tower on a small islet at the southern entrance of the Bosphorus strait, 200 m (220 yd) from the coast of Üsküdar in Istanbul.
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Kuzguncuk
Day 5
Kuzguncuk is a colourful and charming neighbourhood in the Üsküdar district. The neighborhood is centered on a valley opening to the Bosphorus and is somewhat isolated from the main part of the city, being surrounded by nature preserves, cemeteries, and a military installation. The walking tour will end around 7pm.
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Taksim Square
Day 5-6
After the walking tour, we will get some quick bites / street food / dinner before exploring Istanbul's vibrant nightlife. What is included? - Party Bus ride to the clubs - Free & skip-the-line entry to 3 Rooftop Clubs - Welcome (cocktail shot) at each venue - Raki shots at the meeting bar
Trip Summary
Accommodation
Apartments
6 days trip
Suleymaniye Mosque, Rustem Pasha Mosque & 15 more
Transportation
Trekking, Train
Questions and Answers
Hey Kaman, is it only for girls?
Hi, it is not, but I would prefer at least one female tripmate joining this trip.
Hi ! Can you participate even if you do not co working ? Greetings Li
Yes of course! :) Looking forward to having you in this trip !
What's excluded?
Basilica Cistern admission fee
International flights
Transportation costs if not stated here
Food and drinks if not stated here
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