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Semi Private - Constantinople Tour of Istanbul: Discovering the Byzantine Empire
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$181.64
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Overview
Byzantine Istanbul unfolds like a captivating tapestry, revealing the grandeur of an ancient empire that shaped the course of Christianity. This immersive 3-hour history tour, led by an expert guide, invites you to explore the rich legacy of Constantinople through its remarkable religious monuments and architecture.
- 🏷️ Semi-Private Constantinople Tour: Enjoy a personalized experience with a small group as you delve into the fascinating history of the Byzantine Empire.
- 🗣️ Professional Guide: Benefit from the insights of an experienced guide fluent in English, who will bring the stories of the past to life.
- 🚐 Comfortable Transport: Relax in an air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a pleasant journey between historical sites.
- 🏰 Visit the Church of St Mary of Blachernae: Explore this revered shrine dedicated to the Holy Virgin, a significant site in Byzantine history.
- 🧱 Walk the Walls of Constantinople: Stroll along the ancient fortifications that once protected the city, marveling at their impressive scale and history.
- 🏛️ Discover Tekfur Palace: Admire the only surviving pavilion of the Blachernae Palace from the outside, a testament to the architectural prowess of the 12th century.
- 🎨 Explore Chora Museum: Visit this former Byzantine monastery, renowned for its stunning mosaics and frescoes depicting biblical scenes and the life of Jesus.
- 🌟 All Fees and Taxes Included: Enjoy a hassle-free experience with all entrance fees and taxes covered in your tour package.
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Semi Private - Constantinople Tour of Istanbul: Discovering the Byzantine Empire
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours
- Hotel pickup
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Professional guide
- Hotel drop-off
- Food and drinks
Meeting point
Please be ready in front of Tamara Restaurant at 13:15 and look for blue and white Midibus/Minivan with the logo of Plan Tours and Gray Line
Return details
Please be ready in front of Tamara Restaurant at 13:15 and look for blue and white Midibus/Minivan with the logo of Plan Tours and Gray Line
- Natural naval harbour of the Byzantines named as Golden Horn because of its hornlike shape and golden reflection of the glittering waves under sunshine when viewed from the hill tops. (pass by)
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Venerable Patriarchal Church of St. GeorgeVisit the Patriarchate at Fener which is the seat of Orthodox Christianity since Constantine The Great’ s declaration of Christianity as the religion of Roman Empire.
- Byzantine City Walls surrounded the Acropolis of Byzantium with 22 kms. long fortification with 96 towers and 9 main gates dating back to the 5th century. (pass by)
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Patriarchate Of ConstantinopleVisit the Patriarchate at Fener which is the seat of Orthodox Christianity since Constantine The Great’ s declaration of Christianity as the religion of Roman Empire.
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Tekfur SarayiTekfur Palace (from outside) built in the 12th century adjacent to the city walls. The only surviving pavillion of the Blachernae Palace.
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Chora MuseumSt. Savior in Chora (Kariye Museum), originally a Byzantine monastery with fantastic mosaics and frescoes portraying scenes from the bible, the life and miracles of Jesus.
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Semi Private - Constantinople Tour of Istanbul: Discovering the Byzantine Empire
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$181.64
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
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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!