DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF ISTANBUL
A medieval ambassador to the Sultan’s court once said that Istanbul “seemed designed to be the capital of the world”. With a foot in two continents, its strategic location made it an important trading centre and the capital of three great empires; the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman.
There’s no denying, the sprawling metropolis that is today Istanbul certainly boasts a phenomenal history. Like London, Paris or Rome, Istanbul is a dizzying mix of the very old sat next to the very new.
Istanbul is a city jam-packed with character and intrigue. Historic sites, mosques, traditional bazaars and palaces are located right down the street from contemporary designer stores, boutiques and a fabulous array of trendy hotels, cafes and bars. Istanbul is a place to explore and make memories. It’s a thriving cosmopolitan city well worth a visit, and its hectic nature is a complete contrast from the peace and tranquillity served up on the Turkish coast.
HOTELS AND PRIVATE TOURS
Are you flying via Istanbul? If so, why not stopover in this fascinating city before heading down to meet your yacht on the coast?
360° Yachting can tailor a short break in Istanbul and arrange accommodation or suites at the best hotels. We can also organise local guides to take you on a private tour of all the main attractions, or a guided shopping trip around the famed Grand Bazaar with its 58 covered streets and over 4,000 shops. Alternatively, if a calmer and more sedate shopping experience is prefered, our guide can tailor a trip to the designer boutiques around Adbi Ipekçi Street, or the high-end malls such as Istinye Park Mall, Galataport has an amazing Bosphorus view with shops and restaurants.
CONTACT US for more details.
Where to next?
CRUISING TO AND FROM ISTANBUL
Istanbul lies on a peninsula flanked on three sides by the Sea of Marmara, Bosphorus, and the Golden Horn. It is possible to cruise to and from Istanbul, but it is a strictly controlled commercial port, and entry and berthing can be troublesome. We highly recommend that you CONTACT 360° for arrival assistance, clearance and docking needs, or transit passages to the Black Sea.
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