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Istanbul Small-Group Walking Tour: Discover UNESCO-Listed Old City and Hagia Sophia
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Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Istanbul on this small-group walking tour. Visit iconic landmarks like Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, and explore the bustling Grand Bazaar.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Topkapi Palace - Topkapi Palace was home of Ottoman sultans for 400 years. You will visit the palace with your guide who will bring the stories to light from the shodows of the walls of the palace.
- Hagia Sophia Mosque - A monument from 6th century. a junction point for religions and politics. Your guide will explain architecture and stories behind Hagia Story
- Hippodrome - This is the place where they used to do chariot races during Roman era. Here you will also see Egyptian Obelisk, Serpent Column, Walled Obelisk, German Fountain
- Blue Mosque - A monumental building from Ottoman era. You will learn about the architecture and the religion from your guide.
- Kapali Carsi - Even though we don’t suggest shopping here you need to see Grand Bazaar. We normally spend 15 to 20 min but we can stay longer if you need to.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Pick up from hotel
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
Additional Information
Explore Istanbul’s UNESCO-listed Old City on this small-group, 8-hour walking tour. Admire the opulent Topkapi Sarayi, home of the Ottoman sultans, Hagia Sophia, once the largest church in all of Christendom, the 17th-century Blue Mosque, and the Roman-era Hippodrome, before soaking up the atmosphere of the vibrant Grand Bazaar. Please note that Tuesday tours exclude Topkapi Sarayi and substitute Yerebatan Sarayi (Basilica Cistern) and the Spice Market, while the Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays.
- On Tuesdays the Topkapi Palace is closed you will visit Basilica Cistern and Spice Market instead
- This tour is a walking tour. Your guide will meet you at your hotel and walk with you to the meeting point. If your hotel is not in the old city you will take local transport to the meeting point.
Location
Divan Yolu Cd. No:13
Divan Yolu Caddesi
In front of McDonald's near Sultanahmet tram stop.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Paloma4u
Jun 15, 2023
WONDERFUL WALKING TOUR OF THE BEST OF TURKEY - PRIVATE WALKING TOUR WITHERKAN KARAKOSE BEST HERE SO HONEST, KNOWS great place to ear, so good, and he makes sure we dont get taken advantage of....
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