Istanbul classics and Ottoman Relics guided tour
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Istanbul classics and Ottoman Relics guided tour

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$119.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, French, Spanish, German
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: Flexible
Why you’ll love this…
  • Visit the Grand Bazaar in the heart of the Old City
  • Walk inside Hagia Sophia constructed in the 6th century
  • View the famous blue tiles of the Blue Mosque
  • Tour the residence of Ottoman Sultans at Topkapi Palace
What to expect

Take a combination tour of Istanbul Classics and Ottoman Relics.

Start by visiting the "Sultan Ahmet Centre", the heart of the "Old City" from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled. Walk inside Hagia Sophia, the Church of the Divine Wisdom, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian.

View the Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue İznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet. At the Hippodrome you will see the centre of sportive events (chariot races, athletics) and political activities of the old city. The Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating the Hippodrome.

Then go shopping in the Grand Covered Bazaar, the most attractive shopping centre and the biggest "souk" in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets, leatherware and souvenirs. You'll also have the chance to visit Topkapı Palace, the residence of Ottoman Sultans exhibiting the imperial treasury, sacred Islamic relics of Prophet Mohammed, kitchen, Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy section etc. (Harem is not included in the program)

Enjoy your lunch at a Turkish Restaurant.

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What's included
  • check Hotel pick-up and drop off (from central hotels)
  • check Air conditioned transportation
  • check Multilingual guide
  • check Entrance fees
  • check Donations to the Mosques
  • check Lunch
What's not included
  • x_not_included Drinks at lunch
  • x_not_included Gratuities (optional)
Where
Meeting point:
This tour includes a free pick-up service from most central Istanbul hotels. Be ready for pick-up 10 minutes prior to the departure time of the tour. If pick-up is not available in your area, meet your tour in front of The Marmara Hotel in Taksim Square, located at Gümüşsuyu, Osmanlı Sk. No:1 D:B, 34437 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye.
What to remember
  • Please confirm the pick-up location and time directly with the local operator. You can find their contact information in the voucher after booking
  • Blue Mosque - visited from outside on Friday mornings until 1.00pm because of noon-prayer
  • Topkapı Palace is closed on Tuesdays and the whole tour is replaced with Patriarchate at Fener, Church of Panagia of Blachernae, St. Savior in Chora, Anemas Dungeons and Tekfur Palace (from outside)
  • Maximum of 20 people per tour group
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Provider
Plan Tours & Gray Line Turkey
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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