Istanbul Trip Overview
When traveling to Istanbul, you can expect to immerse yourself in centuries of history and diverse cultures. Turkey offers a unique look at multiple historical periods, from the Ancient World to Medieval Times to the modern era.
Yet, with so many incredible tourist attractions, it can be difficult to narrow down your options. That’s why we’re bringing you this tour to the top places to visit in Istanbul you just can’t miss out on.
This tour has two options offered for different locations of hotels:
If you book the tour without the additional service of “private transfers”; you will be accompanied by our guide throughout the tour and the guide will advise the best possible way to get to the old city and back to hotel (i.e. taxi, public transportation, ferry or metro).
If you book the tour with the additional service of “private transfers”; there will be a private minivan at your service from pick-up to drop-off.
Please make your own judgment depending on the location of your hotel
Additional Info
Duration: 6 to 8 hours
Starts: Istanbul, Turkey
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Istanbul, Turkey, Turkey
When traveling to Istanbul, you can expect to immerse yourself in centuries of history and diverse cultures. Turkey offers a unique look at multiple historical periods, from the Ancient World to Medieval Times to the modern era.
Yet, with so many incredible tourist attractions, it can be difficult to narrow down your options. That’s why we’re bringing you this tour to the top places to visit in Istanbul you just can’t miss out on.
This tour has two options offered for different locations of hotels:
If you book the tour without the additional service of “private transfers”; you will be accompanied by our guide throughout the tour and the guide will advise the best possible way to get to the old city and back to hotel (i.e. taxi, public transportation, ferry or metro).
If you book the tour with the additional service of “private transfers”; there will be a private minivan at your service from pick-up to drop-off.
Please make your own judgment depending on the location of your hotel
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Hagia Sophia Mosque, Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya MeydanI No:1, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
Recently turned into a mosque again, Hagia Sophia is a jewel of Byzantine Architecture, which remained as the biggest church of the world for over 1000 years. The visit will be arranged considering the prayer times and crowds.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Mah At Meydani Cad No 7, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
After Hagia Sophia, a short walk will take you to the Blue Mosque which was named after its thousands of blue tiles lining its interior.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Topkapi Palace, Cankurtaran Mahallesi Gulhane Park, Near Sultanahmet Square, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
Home to Ottoman Sultans for over 400 years between the 15th and 19th centuries. It holds one of the greatest collections of valuables in the world: over 86,000 pieces including the 86 carat Spoon Maker’s Diamond.
Harem is also included.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Hippodrome, Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet ParkI No:2, Istanbul Turkey
Initially built by Emperor Septimus Severus in 203 C.E, The Hippodrome of Istanbul had a capacity of 100,000 audiences, and it was the central area of chariot racing, political events, and gatherings of Constantinople.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Basilica Cistern, Alemdar Mahallesi, Yerebatan Caddesi, No:1/3, Istanbul 34410 Turkey
Step down into the Basilica Cistern built to provide water for the great palace. Out of 336 marble columns, you will also get to see the Medusa Heads supporting two of those.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Grand Bazaar, Grand Bazaar, Istanbul
First built in 1461 by Mehmet the Conquerer, Grand Bazaar is one of the most significant covered markets in history.
Covering an area over 30,000 square meters, the main area consists of 64 streets that are accessible from 22 gates.
From souvenirs to handicrafts, jewelry to antiques and textiles, it admires anyone even if not interested in shopping.
There are tea houses and restaurants available on different streets if you would like to move on the bargaining adventure.
Duration: 1 hour
