Description
Points of Interest
- Hagia Sofia
- Blue Mosque
- Grand Bazaar & Carpet Demonstration
- Underground Cistern
- Hippodrome
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Step back in time to an era of opulence and dazzling color on this walking tour of Istanbul. After a scenic drive in your motorcoach from the port, you arrive at Byzantine Hippodrome for a photo opportunity that captures this arena, once the heart of Constantinople's political and sporting life.
Immerse yourself in the spiritual grandeur of the Blue Mosque, an architectural masterpiece that graces the skyline with its elegant domes and minarets. Venture inside to witness the intricate blue tiles that give the mosque its name, creating a tranquil and mesmerizing ambiance. Then explore the Underground Cistern. Enjoy outside views of Hagia Sophia, one of the greatest surviving examples of Byzantine architecture,.Its exterior offers a majestic spectacle. Admire the awe-inspiring Byzantine architecture of this former basilica, capturing photographs that encapsulate the grandeur and historical significance of this iconic structure.
A visit to the Grand Bazaar round out historic tour.
Special Notes:
Professional photography and flash are not allowed.On Sundays, the covered section of the Grand Bazaar is closed. Shopping will be limited and take place in the area nearby the Grand Bazaar. Please be aware of ongoing restoration at the Blue Mosque.
The sequence of tour stops may vary; expect extreme dense traffic. Once in Old Istanbul, passengers will walk between the major sites.
This tour uses headsets.
Details
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.