Byzantine Relics & Ottoman Relics Tour

Istanbul, Turkey

7 to 8 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Revisit the glory days of the Byzantine Empire on this 3-hour tour of historic Istanbul. Witness the architectural marvel of Hagia Sophia and learn how Sultan Ahmet Square was once a Hippodrome, used for chariot racing since Roman times. Admire the Iznik tile work that gave the Blue Mosque its famous nickname, then browse the shops in the atmospheric Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest covered markets in the world.

All entrance fees included
Free hotel pickup and drop-off included

What's Included

Hotel pickup by air-conditioned bus, though free pickup is only at city center hotels
Licensed tour guide
Service charges and taxes
Lunch

Lunch included

Food and drinks
Drinks
Gratuities
Visit to the Harem in Topkapi Palace is not included (own expense)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick-up: Centrally located hotels in Taksim, Beyoglu, Karakoy, Osmanbey, Sisli, Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Aksaray-Laleli-Beyazit (european side of istanbul) Tour terminate at sultanahmet

Operating hours
.8:00 am

Itinerary

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Blue Mosque

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Serpent Column

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hippodrome

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Obelisk of Theodosius

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

German Fountain

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum (Turk ve Islam Eserleri Muzesi) (Pass By)

Istanbul

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

TopkapI Palace

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infants must sit on laps
Please note that Hagia Sophia is closed on Mondays and will be replaced with a tour of the Underground Cistern
Not wheelchair accessible
Please note that the Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays

Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia closed on Friday Prayer, no replacement
Near public transportation
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Visit to the Harem in Topkapi Palace is not included (own expense)
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

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This is a very well done tour with a...

Linda A, Aug 2016

This is a very well done tour with a knowledgeable guide. The Chora Church was, especially, not to be missed. We also stopped for an authentic, inexpensive Turkish lunch in a place the locals like and use unlike other tours which have been factory stops for tour busses. I would highly recommend this tour.

This is just a little tour, 2 1/2...

teddie p, Oct 2015

This is just a little tour, 2 1/2 hours I think. Takes you to 3 churches, 2 of them are quite beautiful!!!!!! and you learn about the great walls that were built.