Embark on a small group tour of Istanbul’s historic old city, exploring the iconic Sultanahmet Square and its fascinating monuments. Discover the rich history and cultural significance of this vibrant area.
Embark on a small group tour of Istanbul’s historic old city, exploring the iconic Sultanahmet Square and its fascinating monuments. Discover the rich history and cultural significance of this vibrant area.
- Hagia Sophia Mosque - Hagia Sophia, the Church of Divine Wisdom, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian
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Blue Mosque - Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue İznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets,
built in the name of Sultan Ahmet. - Hippodrome -…
- Hagia Sophia Mosque - Hagia Sophia, the Church of Divine Wisdom, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian
- Blue Mosque - Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue İznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets,
built in the name of Sultan Ahmet.
- Hippodrome - Hippodrome, center of sportive events (chariot races, athletics) and political activities of the old city. Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating the Hippodrome.
- Grand Bazaar Jewelers - Grand Covered Bazaar, most attractive shopping center and the biggest “souk” in the world
with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets, leatherware and souvenir.
(Art demonstration of handmade Turkish carpets upon request)
- Hotel pickup from selected central hotels (morning tours only)
- Professional tour guide included
- Skip-the-line privileges
- Hotel pickup from selected central hotels (morning tours only)
- Professional tour guide included
- Skip-the-line privileges
- Gratuities
- Drop Off
- anding and/or facility fees
- Hagia Sophia Museum entrance fee is not included
- Gratuities
- Drop Off
- anding and/or facility fees
- Hagia Sophia Museum entrance fee is not included
Begin your tour by driving to the very heart of old Istanbul, the Sultanahmet Square. Once the sporting and social centre of Constantinople with a huge horseracing circuit, it is now a beautiful square in the heart of the city and still contains relics of the original structure. Tour its key points and learn about the atmospheric events that would…
Begin your tour by driving to the very heart of old Istanbul, the Sultanahmet Square. Once the sporting and social centre of Constantinople with a huge horseracing circuit, it is now a beautiful square in the heart of the city and still contains relics of the original structure. Tour its key points and learn about the atmospheric events that would regularly take place here. You will be able to visit Hippodrome, Serpentine Column, Obelish of Theodosius, German Fountain, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia (from outside but who want to visit inside, can buy an extra ticket ), Grand Bazaar, before the Grand Bazaar we optionally visit the outlet store to compare the rates against Grand Bazaar
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Please confirm your reservation for pick up time and your hotel details
- Grand Covered Bazaar is closed on Sundays and replaced with and authantic shops around Grand Bazaar
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.
