Why choose this Istanbul tour ?
This is a special tour including some of the unique places in the city but also which are difficult to visit on your own. The tour will take you to the roots of historic Istanbul with a visit to the monuments of Byzantine and Ottoman cultural heritage. As the places of visit are all located out of the touristic centers, you will also have the chance to visit the current daily local life.
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What makes Private Off The Beaten Path Istanbul a unique experience ?
The first stop is the Suleymaniye Mosque was built on the order of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent and constructed by the great Ottoman architect Sinan. The construction work began in 1550 and the mosque was finished in 1557. The mosque is modeled in part on the style of a Byzantine basilica, particularly the Hagia Sophia, which was perhaps a conscious move on the part of the sultan to create a continuity and a symbolic connection with the city’s past.
After the mosque, we will have a tea-coffee break at one of the most splendid spots of Istanbul with a beautiful view over the Golden Horn – Pierre Loti Hill.
Then you will again start drive but that time along the shores of Golden Horn through the towns Fener and Balat which is the old Greek and Jewish living sites. Fener Orthodox Patriarchate is in the area as well.
Following lunch, your next destination will catch a ferry to Kadikoy, a largely residential area on the Asian side of Istanbul. In Kadikoy, you will get to see how the local people live and visit the famous fish market. This will be your last stop, and after this visit, you will be driven back to your hotel.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Off The Beaten Path Istanbul – Female Tour Guide in Istanbul – Women Led Tours in Istanbul.
- 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.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 3 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.
