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1-At the Heart of Historical City - Sultanahmet Area
Joined 2023
This is number 1 of a series of tours in Istanbul. Istanbul - Constantinople - Byzantion. On this tour, we will walk on the heart of the biggest city of the Medieval era and understand how this city is formed throughout history.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Depending on the hotel we can meet at the hotel or our meeting point will be German Fountain
Hippodromos
First, we will start walking on the remains of the Hippodrome of Constantinople and see the monuments that used to decorate it.
Blue Mosque
Next, we will visit the Blue Mosque, the first 6-minaret mosque in the city known for its blue tiles.
Hagia Sophia
For me, this is the most important monument in the city. The highest reach of Roman engineering and a holy place that serves Christians and Muslims for many years.
Basilica Cistern
We will walk into the Roman Cistern and learn about the Roman waterworks.
Lunch Brake
We will have a lunch break. I will recommend you some restaurants.
Topkapı Palace
We will travel in time and learn about the heart and brain of the Ottoman Empire. Sultans not only used this place as home but also ruled their vast empire that stretched over 3 continents.
Ending Point
Sultanahmet Square
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide Fee
Museum Fee, Lunch, Transportation
Tour Important Information
The timings of the tour may differ depending on the guest's preference. On this tour we will visit a mosque, therefore, you should dress accordingly. I will upload the dress code into the final part of the tour pictures. Also, wear comfortable shoes for walking, and don't forget that we have to take out our shoes before entry to the mosque. The order of the program may change depending on the business of the mosques.
Topkapı Palace is Closed on Tuesdays
Important message from the supplier
Depending on my availability I can work any day. Sundays Grand bazaar is closed
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2023
About Tour Guide Berkay A.
Greetings.
My name is Berkay. I have started my life as an engineering student yet decided that this is not my passion. So I have decided to become a tour guide just like my father. Since 2015 I am in tourism industry and trying to create different experiences for my guests. I am interested in cooking, showing my culture, martial arts ,archery and of course history. Looking forward to design you unique tours here in Turkey that you will carry with you forever.
$100/ per group
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