Embark on a captivating day trip from Istanbul to Edirne and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Ottoman-era architecture. Discover UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Selimiye Mosque, and explore the Old Mosque, Uc Serefeli Mosque, Sultan Beyazit II Mosque Complex, and the Grand Bazaar. Don’t miss the chance to witness the historic Tower…
Embark on a captivating day trip from Istanbul to Edirne and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Ottoman-era architecture. Discover UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Selimiye Mosque, and explore the Old Mosque, Uc Serefeli Mosque, Sultan Beyazit II Mosque Complex, and the Grand Bazaar. Don’t miss the chance to witness the historic Tower Gate and New Bridge. Transportation, entrance fees, and lunch included.
- Beyazid II Kulliyesi Health Museum - Beyazid Health Museum is the largest in Edirne. The complex included a mosque and a hospital renowned for the expertise of its surgeons. In the octagonal, domed timarhane, the mentally ill were treated with musical therapy.
- Uc Serefeli Camii - Uç Serefeli Camii gets its name from the three balconies on the…
- Beyazid II Kulliyesi Health Museum - Beyazid Health Museum is the largest in Edirne. The complex included a mosque and a hospital renowned for the expertise of its surgeons. In the octagonal, domed timarhane, the mentally ill were treated with musical therapy.
- Uc Serefeli Camii - Uç Serefeli Camii gets its name from the three balconies on the southeast minaret. Each balcony is accessed by a separate stairway. The decorative tile designs on the minarets are unique. The minarets represented a significant development in mosque architecture in the fifteenth century.
- Eski Cami - Eski Camii was constructed from cut stone and brick between 1402 and 1414, featuring a fine white marble portal and decorative calligraphy on the interior walls and pillars.
- Selimiye Mosque - Selimiye Mosque, Edirne’s crowning glory, was built for Selim II (1566-74) by Sinan, who served as the chief architect of the Ottoman Empire for 50 years. It was the masterpiece of Sinan’s later years. The symmetrical design is strongly emphasized by the four minarets and the soaring central dome.
- Meric River Bridge - Meric River Bridge (New Bridge) was constructed at the junction of the Meriç and Arda rivers between 1842 and 1847.
- Edirne - Located 235 km from Istanbul, Edirne is another city worth visiting.
- Lunch included
- Local taxes covered
- Air-conditioned minivan transport
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off service
- Lunch included
- Local taxes covered
- Air-conditioned minivan transport
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off service
- Drinks
- Drinks
Embark on a journey through the marvels of Ottoman-period architecture in a 10-hour small-group guided tour to the city of Edirne, formerly known as Hadrianopolis. Apart from the Selimiye Mosque, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the tour includes visits to the Old Mosque (Eski Camii), the Uc Serefeli Mosque, the Sultan Beyazit II Mosque Complex, and the…
Embark on a journey through the marvels of Ottoman-period architecture in a 10-hour small-group guided tour to the city of Edirne, formerly known as Hadrianopolis. Apart from the Selimiye Mosque, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the tour includes visits to the Old Mosque (Eski Camii), the Uc Serefeli Mosque, the Sultan Beyazit II Mosque Complex, and the Grand Bazaar. Historical sites such as the 12th-century Tower Gate and the 19th-century New Bridge will also be on the itinerary. The tour package includes entrance fees and lunch. A comfortable air-conditioned minivan will provide transportation.
(Note: The Selimiye Mosque is currently closed to public and will reopen in 2025 due to ongoing renovations)
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
