08.30 You would pick up from your hotel and we start our Fener Balat tour step by step by seeing the Cibali Tobacco Factory The first modern cigarette factory of the Ottoman Empire, located on the Golden Horn , from the outside. In Cibali, which resembles a movie set, we see the Cibali Police Station (Panoramic) and the Cibali Gate, which gave its name to the district, and then we go to Ayakapı . Here we see the Ayakapı Police Station (Panoramic), Gül Mosque and Azize Theodora Churches and then we go to Fener. While walking around the narrow streets of Fener, we see the Fener Orthodox Greek Patriarchate, then visit Kantemir Palace (from outside), Bloody Mary Church, Greek Boys High School (from outside), Mesnevihane (from outside) and then we go to Balat . Here we see the Old Wooden Houses, Tahta Minare Mosque (from outside), Armenian Surp Hıreşdagabet Church, Armenian School (from outside), Ahrida Synagogue (from outside), Agora Tavern (from outside), Ferruh Kethuda Mosque.

List of the places you will visit:

Istanbul Fener Balat: Fener and Balat are two neighborhoods with neighboring stories, houses and memories on the slopes of the Golden Horn. One of them welcomed the Jewish people and the other Greek people for many years. Fener Balat, whose names are mentioned together without being separated from each other, has created a unique landform with its steep slopes and frequent stairs. When you come here, you can see colorfully painted houses, churches, patriarchates and cute cafes that are iconic symbols. As you slowly pass through the stops, you will hear stories from the past, perhaps as far back as the 16th century.

Cibali Police Station: Cibali Police Station Museum and Cebe Ali Bey Tomb were opened to visitors after 2 years of restoration work. At the entrance of the 3-storey museum building, where various documents, materials, weapons and photographs related to Turkish police history are exhibited, is the tomb of Cebe Ali Bey, one of the officers of the Fatih Sultan Mehmet period, who is known to have given his name to the neighborhood, and on the outside, there is the 'Anadol' monument used by the police force, especially in the 70s. ' brand police car is also included.

Our struggle to return the machines, items, documents and photographs used in the Cibali Tobacco and Cigarette Factory since 2005 to their place of origin was concluded in 2008, and the works were temporarily transferred to the Rezan Has Museum after being recorded in the inventory of the Museum of Islamic and Science Technologies. We are the guardians of its legacy; In order to revive the spirit of the Cibali Tobacco Factory, which has a history of more than a century, and to carry this cultural heritage to future generations, we present tobacco and cigarette machines, all kinds of documents and information that have survived from the factory to the present day; We are very happy to share with you for the first time the works that returned to their homes after a meticulous conservation/restoration and research process that started in 2009 and lasted approximately 2 years. This exhibition, which is the second leg of our long-term project about CTF's collection of approximately 2600 works, opens a small door to the collection.

Mesnevihane Mosque: Mesnevihane Mosque was built by Şeyh el-Hac Hafız Seyid Mehmed Murad Efendi, according to the record in its inscription, in 1260 H./1844. Sheikh Mehmed Murad Efendi, one of the leading mesnevi inns of his time, had this lodge and its outbuildings built for the purpose of teaching Mevlana Celaleddin-i Rumi's famous work called mesnevi. The complex consists of a masjid, which is also used as a teaching institution, a monotheistic school, dervish cells, a library, a fountain, a water reservoir, a fountain, a kitchen, a greeting hall and a tomb that was added later; Except for the mosque, tomb, water reservoir, fountain and fountain, everything has disappeared..

Gul Mosque or St. Theodosia Church: from the Byzantine Empire period in the Ayakapı district of Istanbul It is a religious building that was converted into a mosque after the conquest. Although there is no exact information about its old name and construction date, it is estimated that it was built in the 10th or 11th century. This church is known as the highest church built by Byzantium. It is believed that the holy relics of the woman named Theodosia, who was killed during the iconoclasm movement because she opposed the removal of the icon of Jesus on the Halki Gate, the main entrance of the Grand Palace, were placed in this church and that this church became Hagia Theodosia.

Dimitri Kantemir House Fener: Famous historian Dimitri Kantemir lived in this house. Dimitri Kantemir, the younger son of Moldavian Voivode Constantine, was born on October 26, 1673, in Iasi, the capital of Moldavia. He took lessons from the scholars of his country since his childhood. When the Ottoman Empire appointed his father to the Moldavia principality in 1684, according to the tradition at that time, his elder brother Antiyoh was sent first, and in 1687 Kantemir was sent to the Sublime Porte as a hostage, and he stayed here intermittently for 22 years. During this period, Kantemir took lessons from the greatest scholars of his time. Among these, are philosopher Manos of Argos, who is considered the pillars of Greek culture, scholar Aleksandr Mavrokordato, who studied at the University of Paduva, philosopher Antonio Spandoni and the famous Quran commentator Nefyoğlu, musician Rami Mehmed Pasha, astronomer and philosopher Esad Efendi can be counted.

Bloody Mary Church: The small church at the foot of the huge mass of Fener Greek High School, which is an integral part of the Istanbul Golden Horn view, has been the scene of interesting events throughout history. Bloody Church is the only domed church that has survived from the Byzantine period and is still preserved as a church; It is also known among the public as the church of Our Lady of the Mongols.

Ahrida Synagogue: Balat Synagogue covers the area between Ayvansaray and Fener in the Balat district, where approximately ten thousand Jews resided at the beginning of the 20th century. Jewish life continued in this region until the 1950s. The first Jews to settle in Balat were about a hundred low-income families who immigrated from Kasturiya, Macedonia. In the years following the 1492 migration, Sephardic immigrants from Spain and Portugal and those who migrated from Rhodes in 1599 also settled in this region.

Fener Orthodox Greek Patriarchate: With the adoption of Christianity in the Byzantine Empire, Constantinople, the center of the Empire, began to stand out as a religious center. The Byzantion diocese, which was initially affiliated with the Herakleia metropolitan area, was elevated to an archbishopric in this process. In 381 it was declared the highest office of the entire Eastern Church and was equalized with Rome. The Patriarchate building was previously located on the site of today's Fatih Mosque. In 1455 the institution was moved to Pammakaristos Monastery. Since this place was converted into Fethiye Mosque in 1586, the institution was moved to Eflak Konağı Church in Fener. In 1597, the location was changed once again and the Hagia Dimitri Church in Balat was moved. The Hagia Yorgi Monastery, which is the last stop of the institution and is still in use, was settled in 1602.

Agora Tavern: Historical Agora Meyhane, a tavern/restaurant with an entrance on Mürselpaşa Street. It was established in 1890 by the Greek Captain Asteri, who fulfilled the requirement (“I will marry you when you moor on the ground.”) of an Istanbulite woman whom he fell in love with. Then the tavern was run by his son Stelyo, and then by his grandson Hristo Dulidis. However, according to Nilay Vardar’s report in Bianet, Agora Meyhane was “succumbed to the flames despite the trench of the regulars” in the events of 6-7 September. Although Hristo Dulidis struggled to keep the tavern alive, he moved to Greece in 1994.

b> Ferruh Kethüda Mosque: was built as a small social complex in 1562 by Ferruh Ağa, who was the Kethüda (high official responsible for internal affairs, steward) of Semiz Ali Pasha, one of the grand viziers of Suleiman the Magnificent, with the design of Mimar Sinan. Complex; It consists of mosque-tevhidhane lodge sections, court building and fountain. In fact, the social complex was based on a lodge, not a mosque. Prayers were also performed by building a mihrab in the monotheistic lodge of the lodge.

08.30 You would pick up from your hotel and start to visit the following sites listed below.

List of the places you will visit:

Istanbul Nostalge Tour of Taksim Square, Galata Tower, Galata Bridge and Bosphorus Cruise and Ortaköy Caost. Taksim and start our Istiklal Street walk. During our walk, we see Çiçek Pasajı, Nevizade, Fransa Sokak (Cezayir Street), Asmalı Mescit, Tünel Square, Galip Dede Hill, Galata Tower and then we walk to Eminönü Galata Bridge. After the lunch break we will have here, we get on our boat waiting for us and start our Bosphorus Boat Tour, which is included in the tour fee, to watch the unique beauty of the Bosphorus decorated with Yalı, Palace, Pavilion, Towers and Fortresses . We finish our tour on the deep blue waters of the Bosphorus on the Anatolian Side and depart for Ankara. After our joyful journey and necessary breaks, we arrive in Ankara in the evening.

Taksim Square and Istiklal Street: You will experience many things on Istiklal Street Istanbul like cafes, restaurants, cinemas, street food, and many more. It is entirely as famous as Oxford Street in London. Ottoman-era buildings and historical monuments surround the entire area of Istiklal Avenue. The total length of Istiklal street is about 1,5 km and is a pedestrian street. Ataturk Culture Center (AKM) then Taksim Mosque which gives nice ambiance to Square with it’s achitect. Our tour will continue on Istiklal Street - the most popular and crowded Street of Istanbul. On Route we will see Hagia Triada Church, French Consulate, Armenian& Greek & Catholic Churches, Flower Passage, Galatasaray High School, British Consulate, Fish Market, St. Antony Church, Vintage Red Tram and many historical building.

Madame Tussauds Wax Museum:Madame Tussauds is an international chain that displays replicas of celebrities made by wax. However, we have provided you with the complete guide on Madame Tussauds Wax Museum Istanbul. It is situated on Istiklal street inside the Grand Pera building, an almost 2000 square feet structure. You can visit Madame Tussauds free of cost if you have Istanbul E-pass. It is open every day, and the timings are 10:00 to 20:00.

Taksim Çiçek Pasajı (Flower Passage): It is a popular arcade that visitors may not want to miss while visiting Istiklal street due to its importance and history. Back in 1870, Russian refugees used to sell flowers here at flower passages. So this place has a different kind of vibrancy to experience.

Nevizade Street: It is one of the best night time entertainment areas, situated on the backside of flower passage right in the middle of Istiklal street. Visitors can enjoy the hotels and cafes there which are famous for their taste of food. So nevizade street would be a perfect place for you to enjoy nighttime Istanbul.

French Street:French Street is located around Galatasaray Square, in the middle of Istiklal Street, which shows the french style. French Street was previously known as Algeria Street, and it provides a good taste of French and French style buildings and cafes enhance the vibrancy.

Asmalı Mescit: The streets of Asmalımescit carry a nostalgic atmosphere. The places here are like heritages that are intertwined with history and reflect the past of Istanbul. Asmalımescit, located towards the Tünel square, attracts attention with its cute narrow streets. These streets add a different color to the night with stools lined up left and right, colorful lamps and unique decorations.

Istanbul Galata Tower: In the Galata Tower museum, works reflecting all periods of Istanbul, which has been the scene of settlement since prehistoric times and the capital of three great empires for approximately sixteen centuries, are exhibited. The top floor of the Galata Tower, one of the tallest buildings in Istanbul until the mid-20th century, has one of the most beautiful panoramic views of Istanbul. The tower is on the temporary heritage list of UNESCO, along with the Genoese Towers in the Mediterranean and the Black Sea.

Istanbul Ortaköy Square: Beşiktaş is the sweet leader of a warm family, with its unique Bosphorus view and historical monuments. As you wander through its districts step by step, you will be surrounded by the old experiences hidden in each district. It embraces all its visitors with its magnificent Çırağan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque which has never lost its magnificence, Aşiyan Museum, and Bebek Park, which is a resting place for those who want to get fresh air. It is especially enjoyed on weekends in the cafes, restaurants, and bars in Ortaköy Square.

Boat Tour on the Bosphorus: DISCOVER Istanbul from the sea, in the wonderful combination of sea moonlight and natural beauties, accompanied by a rich menu between two continents and magnificent stage performances! Enjoy the Bosphorus with the most affordable price guarantee and the most stylish boats. You are at the right place to touch the moonlight hitting the sea, an arm's length from the shores of the Bosphorus, and to experience an unforgettable evening with your loved ones. Places you will see on the trip; Dolmabahçe, Beşiktaş, Ortaköy, Kuruçeşme, Arnavutköy, Bebek, Aşiyan, Rumelihisarı, Emirgan coasts are visited and the European side is crossed from the European side to the Anatolian side. Kanlıca, Anadoluhisarı, Göksu, Küçüksu, Kandilli, Vaniköy, Kuleli, Çengelköy, Beylerbeyi, Kuzguncuk. From the Üsküdar coast, the Maiden's Tower is passed tangentially again. It will arrive at the European side dock.