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"Walk Through History: A Bespoke Istanbul Adventure"
$149
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Classic Istanbul Tour offers a personalized journey through the city's rich history and vibrant culture. With expert guides sharing fascinating insights, you can tailor your itinerary to visit the landmarks that interest you most.
- 🏛️ Admire the German Fountain, a stunning gazebo-style structure gifted by Kaiser Wilhelm II to the Ottoman Empire in 1900, showcasing elegant design and historical importance.
- 🚴 Step back in time at the Hippodrome, the ancient chariot-racing arena of Constantinople, featuring the Serpent Column, the Obelisk of Theodosius, and the German Fountain, each with a unique tale.
- 🕌 Marvel at the Blue Mosque, famous for its breathtaking blue tiles, six minarets, and large courtyard, providing a tranquil space for reflection since its construction in the early 17th century.
- 🏰 Stand in awe of Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, an architectural wonder originally built as a cathedral in 537 AD, known for its massive dome and intricate mosaics, symbolizing Byzantine and Ottoman heritage.
- 💶 Visit the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest covered markets globally, boasting over 4,000 shops filled with handmade carpets, exquisite jewelry, and traditional Turkish ceramics.
- 🌊 Discover the Basilica Cistern, an ancient underground reservoir from 532 AD featuring 336 marble columns and notable Medusa head columns, creating a mysterious and serene atmosphere.
- 🍵 Enjoy a taste of Turkish culture at Corlulu Ali Pasa Medresesi, a hidden gem known for its apple tea, where you can relax in a cozy coffee and tea house.
- 💧 Included in your tour are coffee and/or tea, bottled water, and a private licensed tour guide to enhance your experience.
- ♿ Public transportation options are available nearby, and the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, ensuring everyone can enjoy the sights.
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"Walk Through History: A Bespoke Istanbul Adventure"
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Bottled water
- Private Licensed Tour Guide
- Ayasofya Camii
Meeting point
Our Guide will wait for you in front of Modern Art Museum in Galataport with a Sign Edith your name written on.
Your guide will be waiting for you next to the German Fountain at the tour time you determined beforehand. :)
Return details
Our Guide will wait for you in front of Modern Art Museum in Galataport with a Sign Edith your name written on.
Your guide will be waiting for you next to the German Fountain at the tour time you determined beforehand. :)
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German FountainAdmire this ornate gazebo-style fountain, a gift from Kaiser Wilhelm II to the Ottoman Empire in 1900. Its elegant design and historical significance make it a noteworthy stop on your tour.
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HippodromeStep back in time at this ancient chariot-racing arena, once the heart of Constantinople’s social life. Here, you'll see the Serpent Column, the Obelisk of Theodosius, and the German Fountain, each with its own unique history.
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Blue MosqueMarvel at the stunning blue tiles that adorn the interior of Istanbul's most iconic mosque. Built in the early 17th century, the Blue Mosque features six minarets and a large courtyard, offering a serene atmosphere for reflection and admiration.
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Hagia Sophia Grand MosqueStand in awe of this architectural marvel that has served as both a church and a mosque. Originally built as a cathedral in 537 AD, Hagia Sophia is renowned for its massive dome, intricate mosaics, and historical significance as a symbol of Byzantine and Ottoman heritage. (Entrance Fee is not included in our tour. Entrance fee per person: 25 Euros.)
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Grand BazaarGet lost in one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. With over 4,000 shops, the Grand Bazaar offers a bustling atmosphere where you can find everything from handmade carpets to exquisite jewelry and traditional Turkish ceramics.
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Basilica CisternThe Basilica Cistern, located in Istanbul, Turkey, is an ancient underground water reservoir built in 532 AD during the reign of Byzantine Emperor Justinian I. Known as "Yerebatan Sarnıcı" in Turkish, it is the largest of Istanbul's hundreds of cisterns. The cistern features 336 marble columns, many repurposed from earlier Roman structures, creating a striking and mysterious atmosphere. Two notable columns feature Medusa heads as bases, their origins and placement shrouded in legend. Once supplying water to the Great Palace and nearby buildings, the cistern now serves as a fascinating historical site, attracting visitors with its serene ambiance and rich history. Entrance Fee: 900 liras
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Corlulu Ali Pasa MedresesiOne of the best secret spots for apple tea in İstanbul. We would talk about turkish culture in a nice hidden coffee and tea house.
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"Walk Through History: A Bespoke Istanbul Adventure"
$149
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
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!