Istanbul: Best of The City Full-Day Tour with Transfers
Highlights
Istanbul
architectural, cultural, historical
Group Tour
8 Hours
Easy
English
Description
Enjoy a visit to Istanbul's top attractions with a dedicated guide. Learn about the historical development of the city under the Roman Empire and Ottoman Empire. Compare the different cultures and religions of these empires while exploring iconic Istanbul sights like Topkapi Palace and the Hagia Sophia Mosque. Travel stress-free with private roundtrip transportation.
Itinerary
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Istanbul City Tour
- After we pick you up from your hotel in Istanbul, we will visit the famous Sultan Ahmed Mosque, also known as the Blue Mosque, which is a historic mosque in Istanbul, Turkey. The mosque is known for its stunning architecture, with its six minarets and beautiful blue tiles adorning the interior, which give it the nickname "Blue Mosque."
- We will then proceed to the Hagia Sophia, a famous historic building located in Old Town Istanbul. In the 6th century, the Byzantine Empire built it as the biggest cathedral in the world and later converted it into a mosque during the Ottoman Empire.
- Next, see the Basilica Cistern, visited by former U.S. President Bill Clinton, the impressive Roman empire structure as featured in Dan Brown's novel, "Inferno" and James Bond "From Russia with Love"
- Discover Topkapi Palace, which is a grand and historically significant palace located in Istanbul. It served as the primary residence and administrative headquarters of the Ottoman sultans for 400 years. Visit the exhibition of Treasury, cloths and weapons and Holy relics
- At the Hippodrome, see where the Romans used to organize chariot races and gladiators' fights. Admire its remaining Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, Constantine Column, and German Fountain.
- Finish your day by learning about Turkish handicrafts at the famous Grand Bazaar and its 4,000 shops (replaced with the Arasta Baazar or the Spice Bazaar on Sundays). With your private guide leading the way, there's no chance of getting lost in the bazaar. Drop off at your hotel.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Adult | |
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1 to 20 | /person |
21 to 100 | /person |
Child | |
1 to 100 | /person |
This is a group tour |