Turkish delights are colorful, squishy, and usually very sweet. Flavors include carrot, pistachio, and pomegranate. The beautiful square candies are dusted with powdered sugar before being displayed in dessert shops.
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Lahmacun (Turkish Flatbread)
Lahmacun is made with an ultra-light dough, minced meat (optional), and finely chopped onions, garlic, and peppers.
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Testi Kebab (Jug Kebab)
A tasty mix of meat (typically lamb) and veggies baked together in a sealed, single-serve clay jar. The clay jar containing the testi kebab ingredients is baked in a wood-fired oven while the contents cook and simmer in the combined flavors and juices.
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Islak Burgers (Wet Hamburger)
It is a splendid rendition of the traditional hamburger includes a thin and heavily spiced beef patty doused in a garlicky tomato sauce. The burgers are kept warm in a steamy tray that makes the soft white bun a bit soggy and sticky.
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Börek (Savory Filled Pastry)
Börek is a flaky pastry commonly filled with minced meat, cheese, or spiced potatoes before being baked or fried to perfection.
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HAGIA SOPHIA
The Hagia Sophia was the single greatest architectural achievement of the Byzantine Empire. The Hagia Sophia still retains the elements of Christian and Islamic religions.
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THE BLUE MOSQUE
Blue Mosque is famous for the intricate blue tile work the covers the interior of the building. It is free to enter, and if you have never been inside of a mosque before, this is a good one to start with.
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GRAND BAZAAR
With its kaleidoscope of colorful lanterns, its friendly people, and its maze of hallways, the Grand Bazaar is a joy to explore.
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BASILICA CISTERN
Descend underground Istanbul to one of the city’s ancient reservoirs. The Basilica Cistern is dark, chilly, and mysterious. See if you can find the two slightly creepy Medusa heads.
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EMINONU SQUARE
This harbor area sits on the Golden Horn, a famous waterway that runs through the city. From Eminonu you can visit mosques, the Spice Market, famous restaurants, or catch a ferry that will shuttle you to any number of places in Istanbul
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Watch Turkish Dance Show at Hodjapasha Cultural Centre
Delve into 1,001 nights as you watch traditional dances from Turkish folklore performed in Istanbul. Enjoy the unique costumes and live music within the ancient 550-year-old construction of the old Ottoman bath Hodjapasha Hamam.
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Bursa Uludag Tour with Cable Car & Lunch
Free Time for activities in Uludag Mountain (chair lift, ski motor and skiing).
Barbeque lunch with one soft drink on top of a mountain
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Trek through Cappadocia
Zemi valley is popular with hikers and some trails begin in Göreme which is a convenient base for exploring the region.
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Explore on Horseback
Cappadocia means ‘Land of Beautiful Horses’ in Turkish. Visitors looking for adventure in Cappadocia can take a trip through Sword Valley, Honey/Wine valley, Love Valley or Rose/Red valley.
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Evening walks, local food tasting tour
Sample some of Istanbul’s favorite foods on a relaxed evening walking tour. Meet an expert local guide and visit much-loved food stops as you stroll through historic Sultanahmet to Taksim Square across the Golden Horn.
