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Small-Group Istanbul Old City Highlights Guided Tour
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$44.27
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Overview
Istanbul's Old City beckons with its rich tapestry of history and culture, perfect for first-time visitors eager to uncover its treasures. This personalized small-group tour offers an immersive experience, revealing the hidden gems and iconic landmarks that make this city truly remarkable.
- 🏷️ Small-Group Istanbul Old City Guided Tour: Enjoy an intimate exploration of Istanbul with a licensed guide, ensuring a personalized experience over 3 hours and 30 minutes.
- 📍 Meet at the historic German Fountain, a perfect starting point to delve into the city's past.
- 🏟️ Discover the Hippodrome, once the bustling center of Byzantine life, where you'll see the iconic Egyptian obelisk and the bronze serpents.
- 🕌 Marvel at the stunning Blue Mosque, an architectural wonder built in the early 17th century that continues to inspire awe as a functioning mosque.
- 🏛️ Enjoy an outer visit to the Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture, where you'll learn about its fascinating history spanning 1,500 years.
- ☕ Take a refreshing tea break at Caferaga Medresesi, a historic Muslim school showcasing traditional Turkish handcrafts.
- 🛍️ Wander through the Grand Bazaar, a vibrant market with over 4,000 shops, where history and commerce intertwine in a captivating atmosphere.
- ♿ This tour is wheelchair accessible, ensuring everyone can enjoy the beauty of Istanbul.
- 🚍 Convenient public transportation options are available nearby, making it easy to reach the meeting point.
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Small-Group Istanbul Old City Highlights Guided Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours
- Guiding fee
- Entrance fee for Basilica Cistern
Meeting point
Our meeting point is GERMAN FOUNTAIN (Alman Çeşmesi in Turkish language) located in the heart of the main tourist area of Istanbul.
It is just one minute away from Sultan Ahmet Tramway station.
Return details
Our tour ends at Grand Bazaar.
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German FountainThis is our meeting point and the starting point of the tour. We will begin with a brief introduction, including general information about Istanbul, the historic Hippodrome, and the sites included in the itinerary.
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Blue MosqueThe Blue Mosque in Istanbul, also known by its official name, the Sultan Ahmed Mosque (Turkish: Sultan Ahmet Camii), is an Ottoman-era historical imperial mosque located in Istanbul, Turkey. It was constructed between 1609 and 1617 during the rule of Ahmed I and remains a functioning mosque today.
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Hagia Sophia Grand MosqueOnly OUTER visit. Due to the new regulations by the Ministerry of Tourism, tour guides are not allowed to give explanations inside of Hagia Sophia since 15th of January 2024. And additionally there is no skip the line for tour guides anymore. That's why our visit to Hagia Sophia will be only outer explanation. The Hagia Sophia Mosque is a true masterpiece of Byzantine architecture and a significant symbol of history and culture. It is known for its Grand Central Dome, intricate mosaics, and delicate stonework. Hagia Sophia's history spans 1500 years. Once a Church, then a Museum, and now a Mosque, the monument has witnessed the rise and fall of several dynasties.
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Caferaga MedresesiA 300 hundreds years old muslim school. This is the place where we will have a tea break and talk about the prolific architect of Ottoman Era. The place serves as a centre for some Turkish handcraft arts where youı can see some good example of this arts.
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Basilica CisternSkip the line. Entrance fee is 2250 Turkish Lira per person and is not included in the tour price. To AVOID the long wait please bring cash (only in Turkish Lira) A water storage dates back to the 6th century which has a spectacular sample of Roman architecture.
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Grand BazaarGrand Bazaar! A market with more than 500 years of history, 64 streets, 21 gates, and more than 4,000 shops. Not only a shopping mall but also a manufacturing center. A place where you can lose yourself in history and mystery. That is the most significant and oldest market in the world. Closed on Sundays! We will visit Spice market on Sundays.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Small-Group Istanbul Old City Highlights Guided Tour
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$44.27
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!