Explore the history of Istanbul by visiting Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace and many more
Shop till you drop in the Grand Bazaar
Knowledgeable and professional commentary from your local tour guide
Overview
Explore the history of Istanbul by visiting Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, The Grand Bazaar and many more historical sights. Delve into the culture of this unique city with a guide by your side.
What to Expect
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and guide you through the city to explore the following places in depth:
First you will visit Hagia Sophia.This ancient Basilica was built by Constantine the Great in the 4th century and reconstructed by Justinin in the 6th century. It is one of the architectural marvels of all time.
The Blue Mosque is one of the best examples of Ottoman and Turkish art, built between 1609 and 1616 by the Architect Mehmet Aga. The mosque takes its name from the blue Iznik tiles which decorate its walls spelndidly.
The ancient Hippodrome, where chariot races took place in the center of Byzantine political life, stands in the open space in front of the Blue Mosque.
This area, now called Sultanahmet, was once home to a series of historic monuments. Of the monuments which once stood only three remain, the Obelisk of the Theodosius, the Serpentine Column and the Column on Constantine.
Look forward to experiencing the bustling atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar.
In this labyrinth of streets and passages there are more than 4000 shops with each trade having its own area, selling mostly gold, silver and Turkish handicrafts.
Afterwards you will see Topkapi Palace, the great palace of the Ottoman Sultans from the 15th to 19th centuries. It houses an exqusite collection of crystal, silver and Chinese porcelain, and the Holy Mantle containing relics of the Prophet Mohammed.
Another highlight of this tour is the Suleymaniye Mosque, built between 1550 and 1557 by the famous architect Sinan.
We will have a stop for lunch around midday and the tour will finish with a drop-off at your hotel.
What's Included
Professional guide
Entrance fees
Lunch
What's Not Included
Tips
Personal Expenses
Meeting Point
Port in Istanbul.
What to Remember
Hagia Sophia is closed on Mondays, Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays, will be replaced by Basilica Cistern.
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