From Antalya to İstanbul

I booked a return flight on 20210901 on website of Skyscanner.com.tr via Budgetair.com at Pegasus Airlines from Antalya to İstanbul on 20210903 and return on 20210906. Total price 1p (incl. 15kgLæs mere
From Mardin to İstanbul

Hamit will come by plane AnadoluJet from Mardin (MQM) to İstanbul (SAW) on 20210903. Totalprice 1p (incl. 15kg luggage): 48,57€ (476,99 TL).
Airport istanbul

At the airport Sabina Gökçen there was a lot of information about travelling.
Taksim & Ali Sami Yen Stadium

From the airport we took the Taksim Express bus (27,50 TL p.p.) to Taksim. Along the way we passed along the Ali Sami Yen stadium ofLæs mere
Hilton Garden Inn İstanbul Golden Horn

3 Night stay in Hilton Garden Inn Golden Horn Hotel (4*) at İstanbul from 20210903 until 20210906. Price 1r2p3n: 155,01€ (excl. breakfast). On 20210831 I made a reservation. Reservation number:Læs mere
Atmaca Street

We were given room 804. After having made a cup of coffee at our room and putting our luggage into the wardrobe we quickly went down to have ourselves something to eat at a restaurant nearby. ILæs mere
Hilton Garden Inn İstanbul Golden Horn

Woke up early this morning and looked at the hotel room and balcony. Unfortunately we had a room at the back of the hotel and so a very different view than expected. Small balcony with a view of newLæs mere
Sariyer Börekçisi Ahım Şahım Street

When we arrived near Taksim we first took 'breakfast' at Sariyer Börekçisi. The bus driver had stopped on the way to buy some fruit and vegetables. Apparently everything is possible in Turkey. WeLæs mere
Tramway Taksim & Galata tower

Bought a transport card (İstanbul kart) here at the metro station and then went in search of the Galata Tower. First have the transport card activated at a stand nearby. In the meantime we saw theLæs mere
Tramway Taksim & Galata Tower

We had to queue to buy a ticket (100 TL p.p).
Galata Tower

Then take the elevator to the sixth floor. Then by stairs a little higher and then we could admire the beautiful view of Istanbul from the tower.Læs mere
Galata Tower

After an extensive visit we started the descent by stairs. The souvenirs for sale were downstairs.
İstiklal Avenue Taksim

Once outside we went back to the nostalgic tramway station taking many pictures of the nice shopping streets and many restaurants and impressive sideLæs mere
Nostalgic Tramway Station Taksim

Taksim.
Galata Bridge

We ended up at the Galata Bridge and the Bosphorus. A beautiful sight all those boats on the water and all those fishing people on the bridge. It was busy here anyway with all theLæs mere
Bosphorus

We decided to take a boot trip on the Bosphorus. It is very impressive what can be seen along the Bosphorus. From luxury villas built against the mountains to government buildings, restaurants,Læs mere
Dolmabahçe Palace

Unfortunately we didn't get to actually visit this palace, but it would certainly have been worth a visit. Fortunately, we were able to catch a glimpse of it thisLæs mere
Maiden's Tower

The same goes for the Maiden's Tower or Leander Tower as it is also called.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maiden's_Tower
Eminönü Tatseven Restaurant

After the boat trip, first have some food and drink in this cozy, but busy restaurant before continuing to our next visit, the Hagia Sophia.
New Mosque

Immediately after crossing the Galata Bridge, on the left side of the historic peninsula, is the New Mosque (Yeni Valide Camii).
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Mosque,_Ist…
Blue Mosque

The Blue Mosque (Called Sultanahmet Camii in Turkish) is an historical mosque in Istanbul. The mosque is known as the Blue Mosque because of blue tiles surrounding the walls of interior design.MosqueLæs mere
Theodosius Obelisk

In a beautiful setting with fountains, obelisks, gardens and squares, we came closer and closer to our next touristic visit.
Hagia Sophia

Large mosque with many chandeliers. Old building but very impressive. As with many religious buildings, shoes must be removed before entering. It is closelyLæs mere
Topkapi Palace

Our last viewing for today. Entrance fee was quite on the high side. Hamit, however, got a discount and returned satisfied. He thought it was worth the money and the effort. Old weapons, jewelry andLæs mere