Istanbul Classics and Highlights: Full Day with Lunch Istanbul: Classic Sights Walking Tour with Lunch
ID: GYG18118-18118
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a full-day tour of Istanbul's best sights. You'll see churches, mosques, museums, fountains, ancient Roman ruins, and more during your trip. In the end, barter for some sweets or a new rug at the famous Grand Bazaar.
Istanbul is a city filled with exotic sights and sounds, and there is no better way to explore its mystery and intrigue than with a local guide. Visit the best of Istanbul and explore the stories and history that makes this Turkish city so fascinating.
Start at the iconic Hagia Sophia museum to see its magnificent minarets and mosaics. Your guide will point out the most fascinating parts of this building before taking you to see the German Fountain; a gift from Kaiser Wilhelm II. Here your guide will explain the historical context of Istanbul, from Ancient Roman times to today's metamorphosis into a bustling metropolis.
Next, stop at the Topkapi Musuem to see Ottoman relics and prized Muslim garments. Stroll around the Topkapi Museum's graceful courtyards, then head to Hagia Irene Church to see its stunning architecture from the outside.
End your day with a lively visit to the Grand Bazaar for your fill of shopping and people watching. The final places of interest are Caferaga Medrese and Sogukcesme Street.
Highlights
- Check out Topkapi Palace while in Istanbul
- Enjoy lunch while on your tour of Istanbul's classic sights
- Visit the magnificient Blue Mosque
- Experience the hustle and bustle of the Grand Bazaar
- See Hagia Irene church
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays, it will be replaced with Dolmabahce Palace
• The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, it will be replaced with Arasta Bazaar
• Entrance fees are included in the price
• Please bring extra money for drinks and personal expenses
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Pickup is available from centrally-located Istanbul hotels within Taksim Square, Şişli, Beşiktaş, Sultanahmet, and Fatih neighborhoods.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
