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historical peninsula walking tour

Location Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$201.19
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Overview

Embark on a delightful journey through the heart of Istanbul with Istanbul guidance, an immersive experience that unravels the layers of history woven into the vibrant tapestry of the city. Led by expert guides, the tour begins in the iconic Hagia Sophia, where centuries of Byzantine and Ottoman influence come alive in the intricate details of its architecture. Snaking through the Hippodrome, once the scene of chariot races and festivities, the tour continues to the opulent Topkapi Palace, which reveals the luxurious lifestyle of the Ottoman Sultans. A visit to the German Fountain offers a moment of reflection before venturing into the Grand Bazaar, a bustling market where the aroma of spices and the charm of traditional craftsmanship captivate the senses. This guided walking tour not only showcases Istanbul’s architectural wonders, but also brings to life the stories that echo through its cobbled streets, providing
historical peninsula walking tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours

  • Guide service
  • all local taxes
  • Gratuities
  • Private transportation
  • Lunch

Meeting point
The guide can pick up from the hotel our guests whose hotels are located on the historical peninsula. Our guests staying outside the historic peninsula,When visitors approach the German fountain at the historic racetrack, they will see their guides with umbrellas.
Return details
Tours usually end near the Grand Bazaar. However, if our guests wish to be dropped off elsewhere on the tour route, changes may occur.

  • Blue Mosque
    Raised in the heart of Istanbul with its approximately 400-year history, this Ottoman mosque will fascinate you with its blue geniuses.
  • This place is not included in the tour price. If the guest wishes, he will pay for the entrance to the guide and the guide will receive a quick entry ticket. Tickets to the Basilica Cistern give you access to Istanbul’s iconic “Sunken Palace”, which dates back more than 1,500 years. The Cistern is known worldwide as the largest underground cistern preserved and built by the Byzantines in Istanbul.
  • Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
    This place is not included in the tour price. If the guest wishes, he will pay for the entrance to the guide and the guide will receive a quick entry ticket. Hagia Sophia Mosque, considered the eighth wonder of the world. It served both Christianity and Islam as a church for 916 years and as a mosque for 481 years. It has been on the UNESCO World Heritage list since 1984.
  • Topkapi Palace Museum
    This place is not included in the tour price. If the guest wishes, he will pay for the entrance to the guide and the guide will receive a quick entry ticket. Topkapı Palace was built by Fatih Sultan Mehmed between 1460 and 1478 after the conquest of Istanbul, and took its current form with the additional structures built by the later Sultans. The Topkapi Palace, built on an area of 700,000 square meters in the Eastern Roman acropolis, was the administrative, educational and artistic center of the empire for approximately four hundred years until the 31st Ottoman Sultan, Sultan Abdülmecid. It was also the residence of the Sultans.
  • Grand Bazaar
    Getting lost in its labyrinthine streets, the Grand Bazaar transports you back six hundred years. The largest covered market in the world, where you can find souvenirs representing our country, Turkish delicacies, various spices, jewelry, jewelry and textiles, all together.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    historical peninsula walking tour

    Location Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
    $201.19
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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