Why choose this Istanbul tour ?
Istanbul is known as the City on the Seven Hills. So, while Sultanahmet seems compact, the center of Old City can be explored on foot. See the Hippodrome & Sphendon Wall, the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the Grand Bazaar, Topkapı Palace and the Hagia Irene Church. Professional Licensed Tour Guide (in required language) is included. Transportation to/from the meeting point, entrance fees, donations, food & beverage, etc are not included and at your own expense.
As per the timing, one of a kind private cistern left from Roman era can also be visited along with shopping tradition and experiences as per your taste (optional). Besides, gastronomy experiences, street food tastes and Michelin Star restaurant options can be provided for Lunch as well as Dinner, if requested (optional).
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What makes Istanbul Full Day Old City Tour a unique experience ?
Hippodrome. It was the center of sport activities of Constantinople. Famous with 4 monuments, The German Fountain of Wilhelm II, Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, Column of Constantine. Besides, Hippodrom Sphendon Wall will also be seen…
Haghia Sophia, is the most famous museum mosque in Turkey and one of the greatest marvels of architecture. Haghia Sophia was built as a church in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian, then in 1453 converted into a mosuqe by Ottoman Emperor Fatih Sultan Mehmet, then converted into a museum in 1935 after the decleration of republic. And now, welcoming both local and foreign visitors as a mosque & museum.
Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultanahmet Mosque, the breath-taking building is one of the most majestic Ottoman mosques all around Turkey. Also, it was built with unique 6 minarets.
Topkapı Palace, which has been home to the Ottoman dynasty for many years, was used educational administrative and art center of the state. Learn about the imperial treasury, sacred islamic relics, palace kitchens, weapons., and more… (Closed on Tuesday)
Grand Bazaar, is the biggest market and the most attractive shopping center of Istanbul which has lots of shopping oppurtunities with carpets, leather, jewellery, Turkish delight, gold, antique tiles, and many more. Grand Bazaar consists of two sections as covered “historical” section and open “modern” section both with traditional shopping options (Closed on Sunday and Official Holidays).
Hagia Irene is also called as “St. Eirene” or “St.Irene’s” Church. It is one of the oldest Byzantium churches in Istanbul, was the 2nd largest church of the Eastern Roman Empire after Hagia Sophia (Closed on Tuesday).
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Istanbul Full Day Old City Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian
Not Included
- Food & Beverages (varies between 20-100€ per person, depending on personal preferences)
- Personal Expenses
- Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque entrance fee (Between 25-30€ per person)
- Topkapı Palace entrance fee (Between 45-50€ per person)
- Hagia Irene Museum entrance fee (Between 15-20€ per person)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by izetravel.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Istanbul.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 4 Travelers is accepted for booking.