TOURS INFORMATION
In addition to the congress program, guided tours have been organized for participants who wish to explore the historical and cultural heritage of Istanbul.
General information about the tours is provided below:
• All tours will be conducted with professional tour guides.
• Tours will be held in English only.
• A minimum of 5 participants is required for each tour to take place.
• If fewer than 5 guests register, the tour may still be arranged as a private tour upon request (different pricing may apply).
• Participation is limited, and spots will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
• For cancellations made less than 24 hours before the tour, the full tour fee will be charged.
• All listed prices include VAT.
For inquiries regarding custom requests beyond the listed tour programs or for assistance with pre and post congress travel arrangements,
please do not hesitate to contact us at the email address below:
Guided Tours Schedule
| Tour No | Date | Name of Tour | Time | Duration | Lunch | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tour 1 | 12 June 2026 | Half‑Day Historical Peninsula Tour | 13:30 – 17:30 | 4 hours | No | €100,00 |
| Tour 2 | 13 June 2026 | Half‑Day Historical Peninsula Tour | 09:00 – 13:00 | 4 hours | No | €100,00 |
| Tour 3 | 13 June 2026 | Full‑Day Historical Peninsula Tour | 09:00 – 17:00 | 8 hours | Yes | €135,00 |
| Tour 4 | 14 June 2026 | Full‑Day Historical Peninsula Tour | 09:00 – 17:00 | 8 hours | Yes | €135,00 |
| Tour 5 | 13 June 2026 | Bosphorus Boat Tour | 13:30 – 17:30 | 4 hours | No | €100,00 |
| Tour 6 | 14 June 2026 | Bosphorus Boat Tour | 09:00 – 13:00 | 4 hours | No | €100,00 |
| Tour 7 | 13 June 2026 | Princes' Islands – Büyükada Tour | 08:30 – 16:30 | 8 hours | Yes | €135,00 |
| Tour 8 | 14 June 2026 | Princes' Islands – Büyükada Tour | 08:30 – 16:30 | 8 hours | Yes | €135,00 |
| Tour 9 | 13 June 2026 | Half‑Day Dolmabahçe & Galata Tour | 09:00 – 13:00 | 4 hours | No | €100,00 |
| Tour 10 | 14 June 2026 | Half‑Day Dolmabahçe & Galata Tour | 09:00 – 13:00 | 4 hours | No | €100,00 |
TOURS
TOUR 1 or TOUR 2
Half-Day Historical Peninsula Tour
Date: Friday, 12 June 2026 / 13:30 – 17:30
OR
Date: Saturday, 13 June 2026 / 09:00 – 13:00
Duration: 4 hours
Fee: 100 EUR
Included: Transportation, professional guidance, headset audio system, all entrance fees
Not included: Meals, drinks and personal expenses
Tour Highlights:
• Hagia Sophia
A masterpiece of architecture with over 1,500 years of history, serving as a church, mosque, museum, and now a mosque again.
• Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque)
One of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks, famous for its six minarets and stunning blue İznik tiles inside.
• Hippodrome Square
Once the social and sporting center of Byzantine Constantinople, featuring the Egyptian Obelisk, Serpent Column, and German Fountain.
TOUR 3 or TOUR 4
Full‑Day Historical Peninsula Tour
Date: Saturday, 13 June 2026 / 09:00 – 17:00
OR
Date: Sunday, 14 June 2026 / 09:00 – 17:00
Duration: 8 hours
Fee: 135 EUR
Included: Transportation, professional guidance, headset system, all entrance fees, lunch
Not included: Personal expenses
Tour Highlights:
• Hagia Sophia
An iconic monument with over 1,500 years of history.
• Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque)
Magnificent interior decorated with traditional blue tiles.
• Hippodrome Square
The former Byzantine arena with monuments like the Obelisk and Serpent Column.
• Topkapı Palace
The grand residence of Ottoman sultans for four centuries, home to imperial treasures and sacred relics.
• Grand Bazaar
One of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets, with free time for personal exploration.
• Lunch
A traditional Turkish meal at a local restaurant.
TOUR 5 or TOUR 6
Bosphorus Boat Tour
Date: Saturday, 13 June 2026 / 13:30 – 17:30
OR
Date: Sunday, 14 June 2026 / 09:00 – 13:00
Duration: 4 hours
Fee: 100 EUR
Included: Transportation, private boat cruise, professional guidance, headset audio system, soft drinks
Not included: Meals and personal expenses
Tour Highlights:
• Dolmabahçe Palace
Palace A magnificent 19th-century palace blending Ottoman style with European architecture, once the residence of the last sultans.
• Ortaköy Mosque
An iconic mosque on the waterfront, famous for its baroque architecture and scenic location.
• Bosphorus Bridge
The first bridge connecting Europe and Asia, opened in 1973 – a symbol of modern Istanbul.
• Rumeli Fortress
A dramatic medieval fortress built by Sultan Mehmed II before the conquest of Constantinople.
• Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
The second Bosphorus bridge, completed in 1988, showcasing modern engineering across the strait.
• Anadolu Fortress & Küçüksu Pavilion
Historic Ottoman-era defense structures and a charming summer palace by the water.
• Maiden’s Tower
A legendary tower in the middle of the Bosphorus, rich in myths and history.
TOUR 7 or TOUR 8
Princes’ Islands – Büyükada Tour
Date: Saturday, 13 June 2026 / 08:00 – 16:30
OR
Date: Sunday, 14 June 2026 / 08:00 – 16:30
Duration: 8 hours
Fee: 135 EUR
Included: Transportation, private boat cruise, professional guidance, headset audio system, lunch and soft drinks
Not included: Personal expenses
Tour Highlights:
• Büyükada Town Center & Seaside Promenade
Known for its quiet charm and car-free streets, Büyükada features bougainvillea-lined paths and beautiful wooden mansions.
• Historic Mansions & Greek Orphanage (exterior only)
A short walking tour among architectural landmarks from the late Ottoman period.
• Aya Yorgi Hill (optional hike)
A scenic viewpoint offering panoramic views of the Marmara Sea.
• Lunch:
A fixed menu of local appetizers and a main course served at a seaside restaurant.
TOUR 9 or TOUR 10
Half‑Day Dolmabahçe & Galata Tour
Date: Saturday, 13 June 2026 / 09:00 – 13:00
OR
Date: Sunday, 14 June 2026 / 09:00 – 13:00
Duration: 4 hours
Fee: 100 EUR
Included: Transportation, professional guidance, headset audio system, all entrance fees
Not included: Meals, drinks and personal expenses
Tour Highlights:
• Dolmabahçe Palace
The most magnificent palace of the Ottoman Empire’s westernization era, known for its crystal staircases, opulent halls overlooking the Bosphorus, and a 4.5-ton chandelier. The tour also includes a visit to the room where Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Republic of Turkey, spent his final days and passed away on 10 November 1938.
• Galata Square & Galata Tower (exterior only)
Dating back to the Byzantine era, the Galata Tower and its surroundings with cobblestone streets and historic buildings offer one of the city’s most photogenic atmospheres.