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Istanbul Byzantine & Ottoman Relics Tour [full-day]
$259.65
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they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Byzantine & Ottoman Group Tour in Istanbul showcases the city's rich history as the capital of three great empires. This 7-hour journey takes you through the architectural marvels that define Istanbul's unique cultural landscape.
- 🏛️ Visit the ancient Hippodrome, once the center of Byzantine civic life, where chariot races and significant events drew crowds of up to 100,000 spectators.
- 🕌 Marvel at the Blue Mosque, built between 1609-1616, known for its stunning blue İznik tiles and six impressive minarets.
- 🏰 Explore the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, a monumental symbol of both Byzantine and Ottoman architecture, transitioning from church to mosque to museum over the ages.
- 🛍️ Wander through the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest covered markets globally, featuring 61 streets and over 4,000 shops offering everything from textiles to spices.
- 👑 Discover the grandeur of Topkapı Palace, the Imperial residence of Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years, with tours available for the fascinating Harem section.
- 🌆 Enjoy a walking tour of Sultanahmet Old City, with a knowledgeable English-speaking guide to enhance your experience.
- 🚐 Benefit from convenient hotel pickup and drop-off service from central locations, ensuring a hassle-free travel experience.
- 🍽️ Lunch is included to refuel during your exploration of Istanbul's historical treasures.
- 💼 Professional guide included, providing insights into the rich history and significance of each landmark.
- 🚌 Optional private transport available for additional comfort and convenience, with extra charges applicable for services outside the city center.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Byzantine & Ottoman Group Tour
Group Tour
Duration: 7 hours
Included in the group tour
Sultanahmet Old Cİty
Walking tour. No vehicle
Pickup included
Group Tour
Duration: 7 hours
Included in the group tour
Sultanahmet Old Cİty
Walking tour. No vehicle
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Professional guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Anything else that is not specifically mentioned in the included section
- Lunch
- Private Transport from/to hotel (optional)
- Gratuities/TIP (optional)
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HippodromeThe ancient Hippodrome was the center of Byzantine civic life, from political and theological controversies to chariot races and riots. Built-in 203 by Emperor Septimus Severus, it is estimated that the arena could accommodate up to 100,000 spectators.
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Blue MosqueBuilt between 1609-1616, this impressive mosque has six minarets. Why is it called "Blue Mosque?" There are two stories: the first, more common one is that the interior is covered in Blue İznik tiles. The second is: many years ago, ancient sailors who sailed by the mosque on the Marmara Sea saw the blue colors of the sea reflected in the mosque.
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Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque"Hagia Sophia" is a great architectural beauty and an important monument both for Byzantine and for Ottoman Empires. Once a church, later a mosque, and now a museum at the Turkish Republic, Hagia Sophia has always been the precious of its time. "Hagia Sophia" is a perfect synthesis where one can observe both Ottoman and Byzantium effects under one great dome.
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Grand BazaarThe Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with 61 covered streets and over 4,000 shops. Tourists, hawkers, and locals come together at the Grand Bazaar to comb its labyrinthine passageways in search of a bargain – be it a pair of brand name jeans, a handcrafted silk rug, or a perfectly brewed cup of tea. Outside the vast bazaar, worn, narrow streets wind their way down from its lofty perch to the southern shore of the Golden Horn, where the evocatively aromatic Spice Bazaar beckons alongside the elegant New Mosque (opened in 1665). Nearby, the famed Galata Bridge offers pedestrian access to urban delights across the river in Istanbul’s more residential and contemporary neighborhoods, while the must-see sights of Sultanahmet are but a leisurely stroll away.
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TopkapI PalaceThis enormous palace was the Imperial residence of Ottoman sultans for almost 400 years. Although much of the palace is not accessible, the daily tours of the Harem are of great interest to tourists.
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Istanbul Byzantine & Ottoman Relics Tour [full-day]
$259.65
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
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