Istanbul Day Tour by Plane from Alanya (Return Flights, Bosphorus Tour & Transfers Included)
Ready to take a short break from your Alanya holiday and explore Istanbul, the fairy-tale city joining two continents, in a single day? Istanbul Day Tour by Plane from Alanya, from flight tickets and airport transfers to a badged guide and a Bosphorus boat tour, is a turnkey cultural trip that plans every detail for you. In the heart of the Historic Peninsula you will walk around Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Hippodrome, spend free time in the spice-scented Egyptian Bazaar and glide between Asia and Europe on our private boat. This prestigious tour, after which you return safely to your Alanya hotel on the night of the same day, awaits you with its rich all-inclusive content!
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📌 Istanbul Day Tour by Plane from Alanya: Highlights
- ✈️ Return Flight Tickets Included: Fast access from Antalya or Gazipaşa airports to Istanbul on comfortable scheduled flights of just 1 hour.
- 🚐 Door-to-Door VIP Transfer: Two-way airport and in-Istanbul luxury vehicle transfers from all hotels in Alanya centre, Mahmutlar, Konaklı, Avsallar, Türkler, Kargıcak and Okurcalar.
- ⛴️ Private Istanbul Bosphorus Boat Tour: An unforgettable private boat trip of about 1.5 hours, passing the waterside mansions, palaces and under the Bosphorus bridges, is included in the price.
- 🕌 UNESCO Heritage Historic Peninsula: A visit to the magnificent 1,500-year-old Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, the six-minaret Sultanahmet (Blue) Mosque, the Obelisk and the German Fountain.
- 🛍️ Authentic Egyptian Bazaar Experience: Free time in the historic bazaar to shop for Turkish delight, spices, coffee and souvenirs.
- ✅ No-Prepayment Booking Guarantee: Make your early booking right away and pay the tour fee safely on the airport transfer day!
⏱️ Alanya Istanbul Tour Programme & Times
- 04:00 – 05:00 | Hotel Pick-Up: Pick-up from your Alanya hotels in our air-conditioned shuttles and comfortable transfer to the airport.
- 07:30 – 08:45 | Flight to Istanbul: A comfortable flight of about 1 hour 10 minutes on a scheduled service to Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen.
- 09:30 | Welcome in Istanbul: Welcome at the airport by our badged professional guide and luxury tour coach; departure for the Historic Peninsula.
- 10:30 | Sultanahmet Square & Hippodrome: A tour of the Obelisk, the Serpent Column and the German Fountain on the square that was the administrative centre of Byzantium and the Ottomans.
- 11:15 | Sultanahmet Mosque (Blue Mosque) Visit: A guided tour of the architectural masterpiece adorned with more than 20,000 İznik tiles.
- 12:15 | Discovering the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque: The captivating dome and historical narratives of the world-heritage Hagia Sophia, standing tall since the 6th century.
- 13:30 | Traditional Lunch: A meal break with a delicious Turkish cuisine menu in a historic Sultanahmet restaurant.
- 14:45 | Egyptian Bazaar (Spice Bazaar): Shopping and free time to explore in the historic Eminönü square and the centuries-old Egyptian Bazaar.
- 16:15 | Private Istanbul Bosphorus Boat Tour: Setting out onto the Bosphorus on a tour boat reserved exclusively for our group; views from the sea of Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan, Beylerbeyi Palace and the historic waterside mansions.
- 18:30 | Dinner & Transfer to the Airport: After the tour programme is completed, departure to the airport for the return flight.
- 21:30 – 22:45 | Return Flight to Alanya: Departure from Istanbul and, after landing, a comfortable night drop-off back at your Alanya hotels in our vehicles.
📋 What's Included and What's Not
💡 What to Bring on Your Istanbul Tour
- ID / Passport: Be sure to bring the original of your passport (or a national ID card, for Turkish citizens) for airport check-in and security checks.
- Mosque Visit Clothing: For visits to Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, our female guests must bring a headscarf, and modest clothing covering the knees and shoulders must be worn.
- Comfortable Walking Shoes: Since there's plenty of walking on the Historic Peninsula, choose comfortable sports shoes that don't tire your feet.
- Portable Charger (Power Bank): While you capture the unique Istanbul views all day, it's recommended to bring a power bank so your phone doesn't run out of charge.
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❓ Istanbul Day Tour by Plane from Alanya: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Are the plane tickets included in the tour price?
Yes! Your scheduled flight tickets from Antalya or Gazipaşa airports to Istanbul and back in the evening are fully included in the total price of our tour package.
How long is the flight, and is a day tour tiring?
The flight takes about 1 hour 10 minutes. Thanks to our luxury air-conditioned coaches that meet you on landing in Istanbul and the planned route, your day is extremely organised and restful; you have no stress of transfers or finding your way.
Is the Bosphorus boat tour on a public ferry?
No! Our Bosphorus tour is not on crowded public ferries but on a comfortable private tour boat reserved exclusively for our tour guests.
Is it suitable for families with children?
Yes, because the historic sites are close to one another, the transfers are in air-conditioned private vehicles and the boat tour is enjoyable, families can easily experience this cultural trip together with their children.
