Best of Istanbul in 1 Day (2024 year)

Description

Pick up from your centerally located hotel or cruise ship and you will have a full day city tour.

Hippodrome: The former center of sprotive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.

Blue Mosque: One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest.

Topkapi Palace: The former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Today a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collections of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family. (Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays and replaces with Basilica Cistern)

Hagia Sophia: The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.

Grand Bazaar:  In addition to its historical importance, it's a bazaar that will tempt even the nonshoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs. (Inner parts of Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays)

Included

Pick up from centerally located Hotels in Taksim, Beyoglu, Sisli, Besiktas, Fatih, Sultanahmet areas
Professional Licenced English Speaking Tour Guide
Full Course Lunch at local Turkish Restaurant
Service Charges and Local Taxes
Headset/Infoport Service for group more than 8 People

Excluded

Topkapi Palace Entry Fee (750 TL Per Person - Can be paid in cash to the tour guide to skip the lines)
Drinks at Lunch
Drop off to Hotels (tours ends in Grand Bazaar area at 16:30-17:00)

Know before you go

Comfortable Shoes

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