Discover Istanbul’s rich history and charm with an expert Art Historian. Enjoy tales, humor, and unforgettable photos on this 4-hour guided tour.
Discover Istanbul’s rich history and charm with an expert Art Historian. Enjoy tales, humor, and unforgettable photos on this 4-hour guided tour.
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Blue Mosque - Blue Mosque/ Sultanahmet Mosque: Although known by many as Blue Mosque it is the mosque of Sultan Ahmet who gave the name to the famous square of Istanbul’ Old Town ‘Sultanahmet Square’
Did you know that the blue tiles inside the mosque are called Turkuaz(turquoise) Color created by the Turkish People themselves? - Hippodrome -…
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Blue Mosque - Blue Mosque/ Sultanahmet Mosque: Although known by many as Blue Mosque it is the mosque of Sultan Ahmet who gave the name to the famous square of Istanbul’ Old Town ‘Sultanahmet Square’
Did you know that the blue tiles inside the mosque are called Turkuaz(turquoise) Color created by the Turkish People themselves? - Hippodrome - -Hippodrome is the Arena with all the monuments located from the Tombstone of Ancient Pharaoh to the Symbole of Brotherhood Serpent Column.
- Obelisk of Theodosius - The Tombstone of Ancient Pharaoh stole goods or gifts from the Eygpt to Romans.
- German Fountain - Carried all the way on trains gifted from the Prince of Germany to his old fellow friend Sultan of Ottoman Empire the Fount “German Fountain”
- Serpent Column - Symbole of Brotherhood between Greek Colonies The Serpent Column
- Column of Constantine - Once upon a time known by the people of Kostantinopolis as the “Golden Column” but only until the invasion of Latins…now just any other Walled Column.
- Hurrem Sultan Hamami - One of the most brilliant women in history. The tale of concubine to Empress of the Ottoman Empire.
- The Stone of Million - Center of Known world
- Basilica Cistern - For the Turkish People, it was an Underground Palace but for the Roman Emperors, it was the water resource.
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Hagia Sophia Mosque - Hagia Sophia/ Santa Sophia: The head temple and maybe one of the most welcoming ones that continues to appeal to Christians and Muslims at the same time. However is Sophia only a girl’s name?
Duration - Not interior visit- - Topkapi Palace - Topkapı Palace( Only First Courtyard entry ): Istanbul had more than 20 times attempts to be conquered by many but the Ottoman Empire Sultan Mehmet was the only one to achieve it. Topkapı Palace is the art of the only conqueror of Istanbul. It is the Palace of Victory that has seen many celebrations of the Ottoman Empire
- Suleymaniye Mosque - Suleymaniye Mosque& Panoramic View of Istanbul: Walking around the once Highest education given in the Ottoman Empire welcome to the district of Suleymaniye. It is the epic mosque indeed proper to Sultan Suleyman The Magnificent. Also built by the Epic architect Sinan. This is a mosque, a combination of the Legends of the Ottoman Empire.
- Grand Bazaar - Welcome to one culture that stays even for Modern Days… Bazaar culture of Istanbul. Once you go inside the entrance like a fortress you will join another world and of course, we are not talking about Matrix. Or do we? Blue or red…
- Blue Mosque and Suleymaniye Mosque guided tour
- Grand Bazaar and Old Town interior guided tour
- Topkapı Palace (1st court free entry) guided tour
- Hagia Sophia outside guided tour
- Professional tour guide for the whole tour
- Blue Mosque and Suleymaniye Mosque guided tour
- Grand Bazaar and Old Town interior guided tour
- Topkapı Palace (1st court free entry) guided tour
- Hagia Sophia outside guided tour
- Professional tour guide for the whole tour
- Lunch
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
- Museum Entries
- Lunch
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
- Museum Entries
“If one had but a single glance to give the world, one should gaze on Istanbul”-Alphonse de Lamartine. Many come and visit Istanbul, and many eyes have tasted the beauty of Istanbul. Now it is your turn to welcome this city within the gaze of an Art Historian with lots of tales, facts, humor, and photos to keep with you forever until you come next time…
“If one had but a single glance to give the world, one should gaze on Istanbul”-Alphonse de Lamartine. Many come and visit Istanbul, and many eyes have tasted the beauty of Istanbul. Now it is your turn to welcome this city within the gaze of an Art Historian with lots of tales, facts, humor, and photos to keep with you forever until you come next time to this city, Istanbul. Experience Istanbul with a local and history buff Art Historian guide. Even if you have only 1 day to explore this city your guide will be there to help you encounter history, lots of laughs, many photos, traditions, and of course the Legendary Istanbul. Stated as 4 hours we will definitely won’t waste your time and will never push you into buying or looking at a Leather Jacket or Carpet. Throughout the tour, you will be guided by only 1 local Art Historian guide Yunus.
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.