Istanbul, Ottoman Wonders, Suleyman 5 days/ 4 nights Turkey is the crossroads between Europe, Asia, and Africa, all of which have had a profound influence on the region’s history as well as her modern culture. Istanbul is a fascinating and colorful city which welcomes travelers with open arms. Day 1: Istanbul. Arrive at Istanbul Airport, meet and transfer to the Divan Hotel for overnight accommodations. Day 2: St. Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Bazaars. After breakfast, take a tour of the Ottoman Wonders. Visit the St. Sophia Church from the Byzantine era, then proceed to the Blue Mosque, one of Turkey’s largest mosques built in the 17th Century. After lunch, tour the Grand Bazaars specializing in carpets, leather, ceramics, and jewelry. Enjoy your evening at leisure. Day 3: Topkapi Palace and Sleymaniya Mosque. After breakfast, visit the Topkapi Palace, former residence of the Sultans of the Ottoman Empire. After lunch, enjoy a visit to the Sleymaniya Mosque, built in the 16th Century by the Sultan Suleyman “The Magnificent.” Return to the hotel for an evening of leisure, or take in an evening of famous Turkish belly dancing and dinner club at your hotel (optional.) Day 4: Istanbul at Leisure. After breakfast, enjoy a full day of leisure, shopping or take a cruise on the Bosphorus taking you between the two continents of Europe and Asia (optional.) Day 5: Departure. After breakfast, transfer to the Istanbul Airport for your final departure. Bon Voyage! Optional Cruise on the Bosphorus Taking you between the two continents of Europe and Asia.