ISTANBUL
CROSSROADS OF CIVILIZATIONS
Istanbul is the only city in the world that straddles two continents, at the crossroads of civilizations. It has a long history and culture, with many museums and sites to explore. As much for its tourist haunts and delightful way of life, the city also offers a variety of unique experiences. Some examples of these unique experiences offered by AMAZE are: a private Bosphorus tour aboard an Ottoman imperial caique, a visit to the hotel room in Pera Palace where Agatha Christie wrote the famous “Murder on the Orient Express” and an authentic gourmet taste tour in Karakoy and Galata, an exclusive shopping experience along with a visit to the artisian studios of the famous Turkish designers.
Istanbul is also famous for its international venues, shows and events such as the Mercedes-Benz Istanbul Fashion Week, International Jazz Festival and Istanbul Contemporary Art and Biennal. Allow us to plan your attendance at one of these VIP events and enjoy unique privileges with AMAZE. Our personal tour agents design a custom-made route including excursions of your interest.
LOCAL WINE TASTING
Experience the best local wine varieties with an in-depth information by a wine expert about wine production in Turkey. You will be able to taste 6 reserve wines from different producers while enjoying a special cheese plate and delicious appetizers in a venue with a breathtaking Bosphorus view. The wine selections can be customized according to your taste and preference. You will meet your driver in the hotel lobby and transfer to the wine tasting venue with an air-conditioned luxury private vehicle.
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Duration: 2hrs. | Language: English, Spanish, Portuguese
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PICK UP/MEETING POINT
Lobby hotel
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INCLUDED
A private wine tasting session by an expert, pick up and drop off in your hotel with a luxury vehicle, driver.
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SUGGESTIONS
This experience can be combined with a guided Night Walk by the Bosphorus.
SCENTS OF ANATOLIA
Discover the magical scents of historical Istanbul and Anatolia with this exclusive perfume-making workshop. Learn the history of perfumery in Anatolia, the raw ingredients used and main fragrance families as you design your own oil perfume with a professional perfumer to take home. You will meet your private guide in the hotel lobby and transfer to the authentic perfume atelier located in the Grand Bazaar with an air-conditioned luxury private vehicle. You will also have the chance to sneak peak the Grand Bazaar with your private guide before the workshop.
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Duration: 2hrs. | Language: English, Spanish, Portuguese
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PICK UP/MEETING POINT
Lobby hotel
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INCLUDED
Perfume workshop with professional perfumer, pick up and drop off in your hotel with a luxury vehicle, private guide.
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SUGGESTIONS
This experience can be a part of the Historical Peninsula and Grand Bazaar private tour.
MICHELIN EXPERIENCE IN ISTANBUL
Istanbul has been an attractive destination for fine-dine enthusiasts, presenting both local and international cuisine. The city now hosts seven 1 Michelin Star and one 2 Michelin Star restaurants. Majority of tasting menus presented are inspired by traditional Turkish recipes interpreted with a contemporary approach. Enjoy a special “Chef’s Table” experience at one of these Michelin Star restaurants with a private introduction by the Executive Chef. You will meet your driver in the hotel lobby and transfer to the restaurant of your choice with an air-conditioned luxury private vehicle.
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Duration: 2hrs. | Language: English, Spanish, Portuguese
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PICK UP/MEETING POINT
Lobby hotel
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INCLUDED
A fine-dine experience at a Michelin Star Restaurant, pick up and drop off in your hotel with a luxury vehicle.
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SUGGESTIONS
This experience can be combined with a guided Night Walk by the Bosphorus.
TRADITIONAL COOKING WORKSHOP
Learn how to cook traditional Turkish cuisine to impress your loved ones when you are back home and host an exclusive Turkish dinner night. In this 3-hrs cooking class, you will learn the basics of Turkish cuisine along with preparing a menu including starters, main course, and dessert. This private workshop also includes a local wine-tasting session, presenting 3 wine varieties. You will meet your driver in the hotel lobby and transfer to the cooking class atelier with an air-conditioned luxury private vehicle.
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Duration: 3hrs. | Language: English, Spanish, Portuguese
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PICK UP/MEETING POINT
Lobby hotel
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INCLUDED
A private cooking class with wine tasting, pick up and drop off in your hotel with a luxury vehicle, driver.
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SUGGESTIONS
This experience can be combined with a “Shopping Tour” in Levent and Ä°stinye.
SPA OF THE SULTANS
Breath and relax between tours and excursions with a special spa treatment inspired by the beauty rituals of the Sultans. Enjoy a 2-hrs spa session in the sooth- ing atmosphere of the traditional Turkish hammam section of ÇıraÄŸan Palace by the Bosphorus. You can choose among various massage therapies and surrender to the historical sensations of the Turkish Bath ritual. You will meet your driver in the hotel lobby and transfer to ÇıraÄŸan Palace with an air-conditioned luxury private vehicle.
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Duration: 2hrs. | Language: English, Spanish, Portuguese
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PICK UP/MEETING POINT
Lobby hotel
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INCLUDED
A private spa session in an authentic Turkish hammam, pick up and drop off in your hotel with a luxury vehicle.
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SUGGESTIONS
This experience can be combined with a “Private Yacht Sunset Tour”.
JEWELS OF ISTANBUL
Learn the authentic art of jewelry making with an artisan in the chic and fancy shopping district of Istanbul, Nişantaşı. Create your customized jewelry along with special drinks and snacks as you will receive detailed information about the traditional jewelry artisanship in Anatolia and main techniques used in time. You will meet your private guide in the hotel lobby and transfer to the atelier located in Nişantaşı with an air-conditioned luxury private vehicle. You will also have the chance to visit some of the renowned fashion and jewelry stores in Nişantaşı on your own pace with your private guide after the workshop.​
Duration: 2hrs. | Language: English, Spanish, Portuguese
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PICK UP/MEETING POINT
Lobby hotel
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INCLUDED
Jewelry workshop with a local artisan, pick up and drop off in your hotel with a luxury vehicle, private guide.
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SUGGESTIONS
This experience can be a part of a private shopping tour.
JEWELS OF ISTANBUL
Learn the authentic art of jewelry making with an artisan in the chic and fancy shopping district of Istanbul, Nişantaşı. Create your customized jewelry along with special drinks and snacks as you will receive detailed information about the traditional jewelry artisanship in Anatolia and main techniques used in time. You will meet your private guide in the hotel lobby and transfer to the atelier located in Nişantaşı with an air-conditioned luxury private vehicle. You will also have the chance to visit some of the renowned fashion and jewelry stores in Nişantaşı on your own pace with your private guide after the workshop.​
Duration: 2hrs. | Language: English, Spanish, Portuguese
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PICK UP/MEETING POINT
Lobby hotel
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INCLUDED
Jewelry workshop with a local artisan, pick up and drop off in your hotel with a luxury vehicle, private guide.
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SUGGESTIONS
This experience can be a part of a private shopping tour.