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Plan a tour to Istanbul and inspire by its flavors

By Carlton Leisure - 17/01/2015

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Without any single doubt, Istanbul – like the best metropolitan cities of the world is a great holiday destination. Smartly positioned either side of the Bosphorus passage dividing Europe countries from Asian countries, it is different from any other metropolis in the globe.

The old quarter and its narrow streets creased with old-fashioned wooden houses, lined up around the passage to Asia. In the south, the sea blue water, in the north, the Golden Horn, excite the pulse of travelers.

This is a developing city; with 15 million populations have a vibrant skyline and a business district center for the country. More significantly, it is the oldest city, founded in the 17th century.

No matter what season is going on, the country is dipped in modern art and marvelous architecture. The century-old bazaar or delicately cemented interior of the Blue Mosque, this is a town where your vacation will be more than a memorable tour.

When to go

Istanbul is a year-round country to visit. Planning in the last of spring or starting the autumn, the city is best to enjoy hot, sunny days offering the iconic climate to discover this unmatched city on foot. In the mid of the summer is humid, but this is a nice moment to celebrate an outside food at a fish restaurant, or Turkish coffee at coffee cafe. From December to March, chilly breeze blow in through the Black Sea; mist and even snowfall from time to time coverlet the city. To recompense, there are ample of sunny charm, future less travelers and affordable rates.

Getting there

Flights

Turkish Airlines takes off from Manchester, Stansted, Gatwick, Birmingham, Edinburgh and British Airways has direct flights to Istanbul. You can find flights on frequent basis.

Transfers

Actually Istanbul has two major airports. On the European side of the city, take M1 metro to reach the Atatürk International Airport, then M2 Metro to reach Sabiha Gökçen International Airport.

Cruises

Cruises wharf in the center of the Istanbul at Karaköy. You can catch the tram from here within five minutes of walk on the northern side of Galata Bridge, which will remind you to the old district of Sultanahmet. On the other hand there are lots of taxis charging money to get you around.

Trains

The popular Orient Express service which was once connected through Paris and Istanbul by means of Vienna, is now an individually run activities end in Venice. Now a day, only the most rail fan wish to come in the city by train. If you are starting your journey from London, then it will take a four-day journey containing various modifications. Reserve your seat in the advance and be a part of wonderful sojourn.

Get details about the flight services for Istanbul and get on to enjoy a journey that is filled with bliss and delightful side track. A tour to this beautiful city will give you an experience that you will never forget and always think to come back. Experience a life during your stay in Istanbul and feel great.