Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Enjoy this 4 hours tour with visits to the highlights of the old city. Firstly visit the magnificent Byzantine church of St Sophia. After here continue to Hippodrome, the former centre of sporting and political activities in Constantinople and the Blue Mosque, amazing blue tiles from 16th century. Final visit of the morning is to the Grand Bazaar.
Transport by vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Driver/guide
Lunch
Gratuities
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
We pick up central located hotels. If your hotel is located outside of our city limits, we might need to apply a supplement. Please contact with us before arrival to check your hotel details.
Blue Mosque, Istanbul, Turkey The Blue Mosque, one of the largest mosques in Istanbul. Dating back to the 17th century, this is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul and is also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarets. 30 minutes
Kapali Carsi, Istanbul, Turkey Grand Bazaar, which in addition to its historical importance, is a bazaar that will tempt you with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs. During your tour you will also visit a leather or carpet shop. 60 minutes
Hippodrome, Istanbul, Turkey Hippodrome, the former centre of sporting and political activities in Constantinople. During the visit you will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, the Serpentine Column from Delphi and the fountain of Willhelm II. 30 minutes
Hagia Sophia Mosque, Istanbul, Turkey St. Sophia, one of the most magnificent Byzantine churches, and nominated the 8th wonder of the world by many historians. 60 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dress code is smart casual
Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, instead you will visit the open-air bazaar
Hotel pick up & drop off service available Central Located Hotels. ( Taksim, Old City, ). If your hotel in another location, please send message.
At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place.
As Hagia Sophia is not a museum (has been converted into a mosque) anymore, tour guides don't have skip-the-line priority/offer there.
We as KARAVAN TRAVEL, want to ensure the minds of travelers that, all the necessary safety measures and precautions will be maintained at all times; hand sanitizer will be available, masks will be given out, seats will be blocked out on coaches, reduced groups sizes and social distancing measures will be taking against COVID-19 infections. We will follow up the new regulations/restrictions permanently and update our procedures accordingly.
Clients should to wear suitable clothing and bring their own head scarf before enter to Hagia Sophia.
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.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Kassoum_N
17 Apr 2023
Guide arrived late at the hotel, blue mosque and Grande Blazaar were closed. Blue mosque was closed for renovation and Grand Baazar is closed on Sundays. These details were left out when booking...
FinaiM
25 Mar 2023
La segunda ves que visito turquia y con ganas de repetir.
Estudios hasta la capadocia, espectacular
Repetirr
Amrita_M
17 Jan 2023
Burak was an excellent tour guide and allowed us to experience the tour at our pace. He was very informed and never failed to listen and answer our questions. Highly recommend the tour for whomever doesn't want to spend more than a half day walking.
This tour in
Istanbul
is organized by
Karavan Travel
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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