Description
Points of Interest
- Blue Mosque
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
This wheelchair-friendly tour allows guests to explore Istanbul in ease and comfort. Once settled into your comfortable seat, with your camera at hand, you'll be ready to set off on a thrilling discovery. Your scenic drive takes you through the modern area of Istanbul past Dolmabahce Palace where Ottoman sultans once ruled and Taksim Square, home to restaurants and shops. Your journey continues past the Old City Sea Walls, originally erected between the 4th and 5th centuries; the Golden Horn estuary; and the Bulgarian Orthodox Church, whose exterior is clad in cast-iron plates. Two can't-miss landmarks include the Blue Mosque, notable for its multitude of domes, semi-domes and graceful minarets; and Church of the Holy Wisdom, also known as Hagia Sofia. As you return to port, you'll stop and shop at the famed Spice Bazaar.
Special Notes:
The sequence of tour stops may vary; expect extreme dense traffic. Please be aware of the ongoing restoration of the Blue Mosque. Photo opportunities will be from the bus only. The content of this tour is identical to IST-290. Only guests using a wheelchair can book this tour, as it ensures accessible transportation. Due to the specialized nature of some lift-equipped vehicles, priority is given to guests using a wheelchair and one companion only; additional companions may be required to travel on the transportation provided for tour IST-290. Bookings not marked with an accessibility requirement will be removed from the tour's inventory.Max size group 2 wheelchairs and 4 companions.
Details
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.