Historical Constantinople
Welcome to the city where was the heart of the three Empires. We will witness the greatness of the Istanbul and become a part of the history within. Get ready to time travel!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At Your Hotel Lobby /Cruise / Airport
Hippodrome of Constantinople
Built in 3th century the hippodrome was the center of the daily life of the byzantine citizens. Without any medians of entertainment, the locals was amused only by the horse chariot races.
Sultanahmet Mosque / Blue Mosque
Ordered by the 14th sultan of the Ottoman empire Sultan Ahmet I in 17th century, The blue mosque earn its name for the intense blue decorations that illuminate by the help of the sun light
Topkapı Palace
Heart of the Ottoman Empire for more than 400 hundred years, The palace offers us daily life of the imperial family members and unique examples of the oriental art that dates back to the medieval era.
Lunch
Hagia Sophia
Once Cathedral of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople for more than one thousand years, originally known as the Great Church, because of its large size in comparison with the other churches of the then Christian World, it was later given the name of Hagia Sophia, the Holy Wisdom of Christ, the second person of the Holy Trinity. Today functions as a mosque museum, Hagia Sophia still offers hidden gems to be seen.
Basilical Cistern
The Basilica Cistern built by Eastern Roman Emperor Justinian I (527-565), is nicknamed “Yerebatan Sarayı” (Sunken Palace) among the public due to its numerous marble columns rising from the water. It is also known as “Bazilika Sarnıcı” (Basilica Cistern) by some, as it was built on the site of the former Stoa Basilica, which was a basilica. Get ready to be astonished by the Roman engineering.
Grand Bazaar
Grand bazaar, built in 1461, often regarded as one of the oldest shopping mall of the world, consist of 61 streets, 4000 shops and 25 gates and offers different ranges of items for different tastes of shopping awaits you to enjoy the ancient shopping experience.
End Of The Tour
We say farewell to each other at hotel.
Ending Point
We end the tour at your hotel lobby,cruise ship or airport
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guiding service in English
Entrance Fees of the museums
Lunch
Transportation
Private van - 100 $
Public Transportation about 1$ each usage (If you are staying around tram line)
Personal Expenses
Approximately 95$ per person is needed for the admission fees.
Tour Important Information
Welcome To Istanbul.
For mosque visits,ladies will need scarf to cover their hairs. If you cannot provide, we can buy it from the street vendors.
In order to enter to the mosques all guests need to cover their leg under the knees.
Since our tour will be the full day walking tour please beware of the heat and the direct sun. It is recommended to bring hat and sunscreen. Please don't forget to keep hydrated.
In order to have pleasant experience please wear appropriate shoes.
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
About Tour Guide Doğan deniz D.
Greetings from Istanbul, Im Profesional nationwide tour guide since 2014 and preparing designated tailor made tours for guest wishes to explore the city without hustle. If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask me.
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