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MUSEUM TICKETS NOT INCLUDED!
The old city tour in Sultanahmet, which includes iconic landmarks like the Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, and Topkapı Palace, offers an immersive experience of Istanbul’s rich history, Romen, Ottoman, and early Christian cultures.
Sultanahmet area is a living museum for any travelers.
it's a worth seeing for families with children and adventure seekers.
The Hagia Sophia was a church originally, later turned into a mosque and now stands as a museum, offering insight into both Christian and Muslim histories. Visitors get to experience how these distinct cultures and religions coexisted and influenced one another.
Each of these landmarks offers a unique architectural experience:
Hagia Sophia: Its majestic dome and mosaics are masterpieces of of the engineering.
Blue Mosque: The symmetrical beauty of this mosque, adorned with blue Iznik tiles
Topkapı Palace: it was used as the domicile and administrative center of the Ottoman Empire.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your Guide will hold a yellow umbrella and will be waiting for you with the travellers name on his/her flag at the meeting point. (Our guide and travellers will meet just in front of the German fountain)
Itinerary
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1Hippodrome
We'll see amazing monuments in the ancient Hippodrome which was the center of the Egyptian Obelisk, The German Fountain of Wilhelm II, Serpentine Column and Column of Constantine.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Blue Mosque
Sultanahmet Camii as known as Blue Mosque is one of the most magnificent buildings in Turkey. The building is not just a mosque, it is also a social life complex. Its name comes from blue Iznik tiles covered interior of the mosque.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
Hagia Sophia, the largest church built by the Eastern Roman Empire in Istanbul, was built three times in the same location. Hagia Sophia served as a cathedral as the capital's largest church where rulers were crowned throughout the Eastern Roman Empire. Note : ''Admission is not included''
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
4Basilica Cistern
The Basilica Cistern, an ancient underground water reservoir in Istanbul, features stunning columns and a mysterious ambiance, reflecting the city's rich history and architectural brilliance Note : ''Admission is not included''
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5Sultanahmet District
For Lunch ; We'll have a lunch in a local restaurant or in a different one you decide. Note : ''Lunch is not included''
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
6Topkapi Palace Museum
Topkapi Palace Museum / Topkapı Sarayı More than just an Imperial Residence of Ottoman Sultans, it was the seat of the Supreme Executive and Judiciary Council for almost 400 years long. Note : ''Admission is not included'' Topkapi Palace is a great monument of Oriental architecture which resembles the power of the Ottoman Empire.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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