Istanbul, the largest city in Turkey, is home to over 15 million people and is the only city in the world that spans two continents - Europe and Asia. This unique city has architectural and cultural influences from the Byzantine and Ottoman eras as well as Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Balkan influences.

The city is known for its colorful architecture, great nightlife, trendy neighborhoods and incredible markets like the Grand Bazaar which is considered the largest covered market in the world. There is so much to explore across both continents allowing you to explore two different worlds in one day.