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Istanbul Essentials For First Timers
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$160
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Overview
Gulhane Park unfolds as a serene oasis steeped in history, once part of the majestic Topkapi Palace. This cultural and culinary walking tour of Istanbul invites you to savor the city's rich heritage while indulging in delightful local delicacies.
- 🏷️ Shared (Group) Service: Enjoy a guided exploration with a professional licensed tourist guide fluent in English, ensuring an enriching experience.
- 🍽️ Savor traditional Turkish cuisine, including an array of delectable desserts that will tantalize your taste buds.
- 🌷 Wander through Gulhane Park, where seasonal blooms like tulips and roses create a picturesque backdrop, reflecting the beauty of Istanbul throughout the year.
- 💧 Discover the Yerebatan (Basilica) Cistern, an architectural marvel featuring endless rows of columns, offering a glimpse into Istanbul's ancient water systems.
- 🕌 Marvel at the Blue Mosque, a stunning example of Ottoman architecture adorned with thousands of intricate tiles and exquisite craftsmanship.
- 🏛️ Explore Sultanahmet Square, home to iconic monuments like the Egyptian Obelisk and German Fountain, each telling fascinating stories of Istanbul's past.
- 🌟 Visit the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing the grandeur of Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman artistry.
- 🛍️ Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar, one of the world's oldest and largest covered markets, perfect for shopping and cultural immersion.
- 🕌 Admire the unique features of Beyazit Mosque, a hidden gem that offers a colorful glimpse into Istanbul's rich architectural tapestry.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
For Shared (Group) Service
As Shared (Group) Service
As Shared (Group) Service
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Professional Licenced Tourist Guidance Service
- Public transportation
- Lunch
- Entry Tickets To Museums
Meeting point
Use "T1 Kabataş-Bağcılar Tram Line" and exit at "Sirkeci" station if you are staying in Galata/Pera, Taksim, Sultanahmet or Laleli areas. Use "Marmaray" and exit at "Sirkeci" underground station and follow gate number "1", if you are staying on Asian side. For help, contact with me via Whatsapp.
Return details
Use "T1 Kabataş-Bağcılar Tram Line" and exit at "Sirkeci" station if you are staying in Galata/Pera, Taksim, Sultanahmet or Laleli areas. Use "Marmaray" and exit at "Sirkeci" underground station and follow gate number "1", if you are staying on Asian side. For help, contact with me via Whatsapp.
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Gulhane ParkOnce part of Topkapi Palace, this relaxing and beautiful public park is more than a recreational area. This area played a very crucuial role in the history of Istanbul, but also of Turkish Republic. In April, it is full of tulips. In May, roses replace tulips. Every seasons, it looks amazing in its own way.
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The first-of-its-kind, Sultan Ahmed Fountain in front of Topkapi Palace is an elegant monument in itself. Surrounded by Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia, this Fountain rarely gets the attention that it deserves. We will examine its Tulip Period ornaments with a special attention and understand its impact to the city.
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Yerebatan (Basilica) Cistern is a 6th-century Roman water structure and the largest of its kind in Istanbul. With endless rows of columns, its has a unique appearance. It is considered as a top sight in Istanbul. There may be a 30-minute waiting time on busy days.
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Blue MosqueThis 17th-century masterpiece of Ottoman architecture is one of the top sights in Istanbul. Its interior provides one of the most glamorous examples of Ottoman mosques. It is decorated with thousands of tiles and extensive penwork. Starting from its outer courtyard to the inner corners, this mosque provides several elegant examples of the Turkish artistic taste of the 17th century.
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Sultanahmet SquareSultanahmet Square is the ancient Roman Hippodrome and contains some of Istanbul's oldest and most important sights. The Egyptian Obelisk, Serpent Column, Masonary Obelisk and German Fountain are among those sights. Each of them has its own fascinating stories and not-easy-to-notice aspects, which I will happily share during our visit.
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Hagia Sophia Grand MosqueThe Hagia Sophia Mosque in Istanbul is one of the masterpieces of world architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This 6th-century building contains artistic items and architectural features from the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman civilizations. It is a must-see in Istanbul, but for that reason, there are long queues which may result with 1-2 hours of waiting time. (If my guests prefer to see the building only from outside in order not to wait in a long queue, an alternative destination can be added)
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Grand BazaarAs a key city of the Silk Road and the Spice Road, Istanbul boasts the presence of some of the best medieval bazaars in the world. The Grand Bazaar and the Egyptian (Spice) Bazaar are still some of most lively commercial buildings in Istanbul. Depending on the personal preference of my guests, we can visit one or both of them. Grand Bazaar is closed on sunday.
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Beyazit MosqueAlthough Blue Mosque is the most visited Ottoman mosque in Istanbul because of its location at the heart of Old City, several other mosques are worth visiting because of their historical significance and architectural aspects. Beyazit Mosque in particular contains very interesting features that are unique in Istanbul. We will take a look at its colorful decoration dated 1505.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Istanbul Essentials For First Timers
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$160
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!