The Istanbul Encounter guide gives you twice the city in half the time. From rich kilims, dazzling jewellery and marketplace banter in
the Grand Bazaar to dining like a sultan on meze selections or fabulously fresh fish, this Encounter will get you there!

This pared-down number is ideal for quick trips - it"s less accommodation, more neighbourhood highlights and the best of local knowledge.

    full-colour pull-out map and detailed neighbourhood maps for easy navigation
    our Turkophile author recommends the very best sights, restaurants, shops, architectural treasures and ferry trips
    unique itineraries and highlights help you make the most of a short break
    local experts reveal stanbuls secrets: from crime author Barbara Nadels favourite neighbourhood to a Grand Bazaar jewellers shopping recommendations