Grand Hyatt Istanbul is one of the most prestigious addresses in the Taksim area, renowned for its exceptional service and 5-star quality. The event venue at Kemerburgaz Kent Ormanı is approximately 20 km away, with a complimentary shuttle on race day. Taksim Metro M2 is a 5-minute walk; Taksim Square is 5 minutes on foot and İstiklal Avenue is approximately 8 minutes away. Dolmabahçe Palace is conveniently located just 8 minutes by taxi. Sultanahmet can be reached in approximately 25 minutes by metro and tram.
| Route / One Way | Duration | Vito (1-4 people) | Minibus (5-12 people) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Istanbul Airport (IST) → Hotel | ~40-50 min | 80 € | 140 € |
| Hotel → Istanbul Airport (IST) | ~40-50 min | 70 € | 130 € |
| Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) → Hotel | ~55-70 min | 90 € | 165 € |
| Hotel → Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) | ~55-70 min | 80 € | 155 € |
This tour will be held with a private group made up exclusively of runners participating in Merrell Istanbul Ultra.
A six-minaret 17th-century masterpiece adorned with İznik tiles; its architecture and symbolism are explained with a guide.
A 1,500-year-old historic structure; discover details such as the great dome, mosaics and the Weeping Column with a guide.
The 400-year-old residence of the Ottoman sultans; the Imperial Council Hall, the treasury, the weapons collection and the private chambers overlooking the Bosphorus.
The world's oldest covered market with over 4,000 shops; about 1 hour of free time is given at the end of the tour.
Also: Hippodrome, German Fountain, Hagia Irene · Entry included: Hagia Sophia + Topkapı Palace (closed on Tuesdays)
Watch the Maiden's Tower, the Bosphorus Bridge, Dolmabahçe Palace and Ortaköy Mosque lit up at night.
An enjoyable journey on the strait connecting two continents, with a set-menu dinner and 1 soft drink.
Henna Ceremony, Belly Dance, Sema (Whirling Dervish) Ceremony and Caucasian Dance; multilingual presentation with an English-speaking host.
Colorful folk dance troupes from different regions of Turkey take the stage; the night ends with a live DJ performance.
Departure: 19:00-20:00 from hotels · Kabataş Pier · Dinner and 1 soft drink included, alcoholic beverages charged separately