The social events are optional and have an extra cost per attendee. Please make sure to select the social events you want to attend when registering for the conference. It will not be possible to register for the social events during the conference.

• The social events have a number of available places. If the minimum number is not achieved, we will reimburse the attendees.
• Only one additional accompanying person for the social events is allowed and should meet the specifications available below.
• Co-authors can’t be included as an accompanying person for the social events.

BOSPHORUS BOAT TOUR

September 19, 2025 – Friday

19:00-23:00

Meeting Point: Kabataş Pier

Set sail on the stunning Bosphorus while enjoying your dinner served on board. Join us for a scenic boat tour set against the ever-captivating, timeless Istanbul skyline. Glide between continents, take in iconic landmarks, and enjoy an unforgettable experience where Europe meets Asia.

The tour will depart from Kabataş Pier and is planned to last approximately 4 hours. Please make sure to arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

• Bring comfortable shoes, jacket
• Not wheelchair accessible
• 18+ age is mandatory

The minimum number of participants is 60 people. 

Traffic in Istanbul can be extremely heavy during rush hour — please plan accordingly and allow extra time for your journey to avoid missing the departure.

Public Transportation:

From santralistanbul to Kabataş Pier:

(T5 Tram → T1 Tram)

• From İstanbul Bilgi University santralistanbul Campus, walk to the Silahtarağa Station of the T5 Tram Line (Cibali–Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı).
• Take the T5 Tram in the direction of Cibali.
• Get off at Eminönü Station, and walk a short distance to connect to the T1 Tram Line through the Kabataş line.
• Get off at Kabataş Tramvay İstasyonu Station.

From other locations:

Füniküler: From Taksim, take the F1 Taksim–Kabataş funicular line for direct access to Kabataş.

Bus: You can take buses passing through Kabataş stop from areas like Beşiktaş, Eminönü, Karaköy, or Mecidiyeköy.

For real-time transit information and route planning, the Moovit app and IETT website offers detailed and up-to-date information on public transportation routes and schedules.

https://iett.istanbul/en

https://moovitapp.com/tr

Please be aware that traffic on the coastal road can be heavy, so plan your trip accordingly.

Metro: If you're using the M2 Yenikapı–Hacıosman metro line, get off at Taksim Station, then transfer to the F1 funicular to reach Kabataş.

Topkapı Palace-Guided Tour

September 20, 2025 – Saturday
10:00 (Scheduled time - subject to change)

Join us for a guided tour of the magnificent Topkapı Palace, the historic residence of Ottoman sultans and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Our professional guide will walk you through the palace’s rich history, architecture, and hidden stories behind its majestic courtyards and exhibits. 

Meeting Point: Topkapı Palace Main Entrance (near the Hagia Sophia square)

https://istanbuluseyret.ibb.gov.tr/topkapi-sarayi/ 

• Bring comfortable shoes, jacket
• Not wheelchair accessible
• 18+ age is mandatory

Minimum number of participants 30 people. 

Public Transportation:

Tram: Take the T1 Bağcılar–Kabataş tram line and get off at Sultanahmet station.

From there, it's a short 5-minute walk to the Topkapı Palace entrance through Sultanahmet Square.

Metro: Take the M2 Yenikapı–Hacıosman metro line to Vezneciler, then transfer to the T1 tram line toward Sultanahmet.