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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
This tour is a great opportunity for travellers who like to explore the most famous monuments of the Turkish and Islamic world as well as the typical examples of the unique qualities of Byzantine architecture.
As a unique, we will visit the most impressive of the mosques which form the famous Istanbul silhouette is the mosque of Süleymaniye. And The Fatih Mosque, meaning ‘Mosque of the Conqueror’ was the first purpose-built mosque in Istanbul. It’s named after the Ottoman Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror, known in Turkish as Fatih Sultan Mehmed.
Lunch
English Speaking Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
All Fees and Taxes
Breakfast
Personal Expenses
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Hagia Sophia Mosque, Istanbul, Turkey Our first stop will be Hagia Sophia Mosque, which is considered as the best and the most visited sights in Istanbul. Hagia Sophia is a former church and museum and declared as one of the world’s greatest architectural works and accepted as the 8th wonder of the world. Built as a church in 325, Hagia Sophia was rebuilt in 537 and was converted into a mosque by Fatih Sultan Mehmet after the conquest of Istanbul in 1453. Serving as a museum since 1935, a decree on 10th of July 2020 to formally declare the Hagia Sophia as a mosque. 60 minutes
Blue Mosque, Istanbul, Turkey This wondrous building is perhaps the most photographed site in Istanbul and one of Istanbul’s most iconic buildings, the Sultan Ahmet Mosque was built in the early 17th century as an audacious reassertion of Ottoman power.
The mosque is famed for its magnificent blue interior. It is lined with over 20,000 handmade Iznik ceramic tiles in over 50 different designs, increasing in flamboyance from the lower levels up to the galleries.
Working closely with architect Sedefhar Mehmet Aga, the sultan ordered six minarets to be constructed on the mosque, a controversial decision as the only other mosque in the world with this number of minarets was in Mecca.
Both within and outside the mosque, its multiple domes create a magnificent effect: a cascade from the outside, while from inside the domes reinforce the eyes' gaze upwards toward the center of the mosque, which soars toward heaven. 40 minutes
Hippodrome, Istanbul, Turkey Hippodrome of Constantinople, was a public arena mainly for chariot races and was also home to gladiatorial games, official ceremonies, celebrations, protests, torture to the convicts, and so on. Hippodrome functioned all in Roman (203-330 CE), Byzantine (330-1453 CE), and Ottoman (1453-1922) periods.
20 minutes
Suleymaniye Mosque, Istanbul, Turkey Suleymaniye Mosque, which is known as the Mosque of Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent, is the most renowned imperial mosque in Istanbul.
The mosque was built between 1550 - 1557 during 7 years by the legendary architect Mimar Sinan. It is the masterpiece of Mimar Sinan, who was the chief architect of the Ottoman Empire. The truly staggering size of the Suleymaniye Mosque is one of its most distinctive features. It is full of surprising details reflecting the genius of architect Mimar Sinan, who hosts the elegantly decorated interior and the 53 m high central dome.
Today, Suleymaniye Mosque is one of the most popular religious sights located in the historical old peninsula in Istanbul.
The tombs of Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent and his favorite wife Hurrem Sultan is located next to the mosque as well. 30 minutes
Fatih Mosque and Complex, Istanbul, Turkey The Imperial Fatih Mosque, constructed between 1462 and 1470, bears the name of the Ottoman conqueror of Istanbul, Fatih Sultan Mehmet, and is the site of his mausoleum. Standing atop another of Istanbul's hills, its vast size and great complex of religious buildings - medreses, hospices, baths, a hospital, a caravanserai, and a library make it well worth a visit. 40 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
mubiea
17 Aug 2022
Amazing experience. Wonderful guide and great hospitality. The guide was tremendous and generous. Turkey is a must visit
avinashcpandey
19 Jul 2022
Had great time!
Very well organised and smooth travel.
Guides are having good knowledge about the places and history associated with it.
sandysurd
10 Jul 2022
Nice guide. Had a good tour. The guide was very helpful, had clear communication. The trip went as per the communication we had received. Thanks to the organising team.
This tour in
Istanbul
is organized by
Turkey Escapades
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