Sail up the Bosphorus Strait, Europe on one side of ship and Asia the other Choose sides as you follow in the footsteps of Byzantine emperors, Ottoman sans, and modern fashionistas on your cruise to Istanbul. This is Turkey’s commercial capital, and glitteringaces and mosaic-filled mosques line the shores, welcoming you with a cheery “merhaba” as you prepare to explore a city where carpet dealers still at the 500-old Bazaar, and rooftop bars serve creative to funky beats. Explore the upside Medusa head sculptures at Underground Cistern, enjoy a meal at a tavernade Street, visit the ornate mosques.
