Istanbul: Try a flexible layover luxury tour

Roadside stalls of traditional delicacies in Turkey are a big hit with tourists.

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Tourists walk past the Hagia Sofia in the famous Sultanahmet District in Istanbul, Turkey
One of the trending options exercised by corporate travellers is to utilise the ‘layover time’ well with luxury tours offered in the destination of transit. Istanbul has been witnessing many travelling families who enjoy flexible layover luxury tours . Many of these are curated by the airline (check which ones would offer you the same). Other options could be planned by you before your trip.

Wow Factor: Roadside stalls of traditional delicacies in Turkey are a big hit with tourists. You must try the traditional yummy bread called ‘Simit’.

One of the trending options exercised by corporate travellers is to utilise the elayover timef well with luxury tours offered in the destination of transit. Istanbul has been witnessing many travelling families who enjoy flexible layover luxury tours . Many of these are curated by the airline (check which ones would offer you the same). Other options could be planned by you before your trip.


SHORT LAYOVER TOUR OPTIONS:
- Old city tour to cover the most important highlights of Istanbul.

- Must visit the Grand Bazaar. This is the ideal spot for authentic shopping. Spice Market has such vivid colours. The smells that rise all around are very typical of that location.

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- Visiting the ateliers that are shops of local craftsmen. You can see calligraphy, ceramics, glassware, carpet making, jewellery, marbling and textile painting.

Try some Turkish local delights
Try some Turkish local delights

- Touring the Istiklal Street and Galata District. Take some pictures here for sure.

- Cukurcuma District is just apt for antique lovers.

- Experience the best culinary options of the city. Tried Turkish tea and Simit bread.
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- Turkish Bath (Traditional Hammam) are great experience for relaxation.

- At the end of the layover tour, you can return to the airport or cruise port and take memories ahead on the trip.
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