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Istanbul Private Tour - Suleymaniye Mosque and Complex
Suleymaniye Mosque and Complex
Istanbul Private Tour - View from Suleymaniye Mosque
View from Suleymaniye Mosque
Istanbul Private Tour - Tiles of Rustem Pasha Mosque
Tiles of Rustem Pasha Mosque
Istanbul Private Tour - Rustem Pasha Mosque
Rustem Pasha Mosque
Istanbul Private Tour - Topkapı Palace
Topkapı Palace
Istanbul Private Tour - Sword of Prophet David
Sword of Prophet David
Istanbul Private Tour - Detail from the Sultan's Ceremonial Throne
Detail from the Sultan's Ceremonial Throne
Istanbul Private Tour - Ceremonial Armour of the Sultan
Ceremonial Armour of the Sultan

Islamic Heritage of the Ottoman Istanbul (Half Day)

Art, Culture, & Historical
Istanbul Tour Guide - Yasin K.

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Istanbul, the former capital of the Ottoman Empire, played a major role in Islamic history. Ottoman rulers claimed caliphal authority after the conquest of Egypt by Sultan Selim I in 1517 and Istanbul became the capital of Islamic world. A lot of Islamic holy relics were collected at Topkapı Palace and many Muslim artists came to this city to show their skills.


This tour gives you a great chance to explore the Islamic heritage of Istanbul with a guide who grew up in this culture.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel, cruise ship port or Suleymaniye Mosque

09:10 AM

Suleymaniye Mosque and Complex

Suleymaniye Mosque and Complex was built by Suleiman the Magnificent who ruled the Ottoman Empire for 46 years. It's where you can see a real Ottoman "külliye (complex)" and feel a spiritual atmosphere.

10:10 AM

Rustem Pasha Mosque

It was built by one of the most important grand viziers (prime ministers) of the Ottoman Empire and named after him. I can easily say that you'll see some of the greatest examples of İznik tiles in this mosque.

10:50 AM

Topkapı Palace

Topkapı Palace was the home of the Ottoman royal family from the 15th to the 19th century. It has been a museum since 1924 and is one of the most visited places in Turkiye! The palace has so many collections, one of which is holy relics of different prophets.

01:00 PM

End of the tour

We'll finish the tour after the palace. If you want, you can spend more time the palace complex or Sultanahmet area or I can help you return to your hotel or cruise ship port.

Ending Point

Topkapı Palace, your hotel, cruise ship port etc.

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Inclusions & Exclusions

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What‘s included

Guide fee, hotel meet-up

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What‘s not included

Topkapı Palace entry fee is 1500 lira per person (only Turkish lira or credit card accepted)


Transportation Fees

Food, Drinks, Snacks

Souvenirs

Tour Important Information

Please note that Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesday and mosques are not open at prayer times. They are also closed 1 hour before Friday prayer. There is a dress code for the mosques.

On Friday this tour only starts from 09:00

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Istanbul Tour Guide - Yasin K.

Joined 2024

Yasin K.
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About Tour Guide Yasin K.

Merhaba (Hello) from a friendly Istanbulite! My name is Yasin, a licenced tour guide who is in love with his city.


Istanbul is more than a regular city. It has been a melting pot of different empires, religions, languages and cultures for centuries! I've been living in this amazing city for 36 years and have about 8 years of experience as a guide. My purpose is not only to show you some historical buildings but also give you a chance to learn more about our unique history, culture-traditions, cuisine, daily life etc.


I am very interested in both Roman/Eastern Roman (Byzantine) and Ottoman heritage of Istanbul, so I can offer you very specific tours that you'll always remember. I have basic information on the old/medieval Greek and can read the Ottoman Turkish. I can also understand caligraphic inscriptions easily. I believe that if you really want to feel the soul of historical buildings, you should know what those inscriptions explain to us. That's why I spent so much time to improve myself in this field.


I also love photography and trying different types of healthy and traditional food. Fortunately, Istanbul gives us a great chance for them. I'll be so happy to help you with them, too!


Feel free to contact me for either a full-day or a half-day tour. I can provide you a complete program or customizable itinerary. Let's explore this amazing city and unique culture together!

Reviews

Fantastic guide

Yasin's great, excellent english and communications skills, very knowledgeable with good planning. Highly recommend for Istanbul tour. 10/10

Robin F.

Yasin K.

Thank you so much, Robin! It was my pleasure :)

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