Another early start, even though we are in a muslim city and it is Ramadan, the mighty tourism dollar does not rest. We had a prearranged small guided tour of the area of Sutlanahmet. Off the boat at 7:45 looking for 'Robert' on a sign. After a few minutes of panic, as there was every name but 'Robert' on a sign, Selime our guide from Istanbul Daily Tours arrived. Our confirmation email said that we would be in a group of 8, after a hurried conversation with othe...

After reading 'The Tournament', the only place that was not on the our tour tomorrow was the Basilica Cistern. After disembarking early we set off to exchange some Euros to Turkish Lira. Note to all travellers to Turkey's Karakoy port district. The only bank in a row of five that exchanges Euro is the Turkish Bank, and that is after you wait longer than time spent at any NSW RMS office. The good news the bank is across the road from the Ferry terminal and the lig...