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This tour consists of 5 main must-see spots of Historical Penisula: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Topkapı Palace, and Basilica Cistern. Except for Hagia Sophia (since it is an actively used Mosque), you will have a priority entrance with me to skip the line for these spots. History, Culture & Architectural History-based old city tour in a sincere way from a professional and passionate tour guide. Tour guides have free entrance to all of the spots.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
(No car service to hotel, cruise port, we take public transportation since it’s easier and convenient way. Depending on situation, both i can come to hotel, cruise ship or port and we can take public transportation or we can walk to the area, and for airport we can talk about transportation options on messenger.
We meet in front of the German Fountain.
Itinerary
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1The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, Istanbul
A living masterpiece of a transition sample from the Roman Era to the Byzantine Age will be seen in the way of conversion and preservation by the Ottoman Turks. 15-century-old church of Orthodox Christianity mosaics will be seen underneath the first dome constructed over a basilica rectangular plan.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Blue Mosque
An architectural sample of the classical period of the Ottoman Empire and its History brief. The reason for the Blue name of the mosque in interior design tiles and hand drawings.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Hippodrome
An Egyptian obelisk from Karnak Temple and its basement will tell us all its story starting from the 15th century BC of Egypt to the 4th century AD of the Roman Empire. The serpent Column and Hippodrome itself are in an open-air area.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Galeyan Restaurant
Lunch Break here or somewhere close to the tour area.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5TopkapI Palace
Four hundred years home to Ottoman Empire Families, Topkapı Palace sections will be visited by hearing the stories and seeing the life, management, and ceremony heritage.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6Basilica Cistern
One of the biggest underground water storage in the Walls of Constantinople. Upside-down Marble Medusa Head: A giant sample of the Pagan Era. Water supply management of Romans from 5-6th century.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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