Istanbul: Old Town Highlights Tour & Bosphorus Cruise
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Ülke: Turkey
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08:00 saatler
Açıklama
See the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and more. Enjoy a cruise on the Bosphorus and a four-course lunch on this full-day group tour.
Begin your tour of the Sultanahmet district, the heart of old Istanbul, at Hagia Sophia. Built by the Emperor Justinian in the early 6th century A.D. and designed by Anthemius of Tralles and Isodore of Miletus, the church is one of the marvels of world architecture. Converted into a mosque in 1453, it is now a museum. Its massive dome still dominates the skyline of old Istanbul. It is also famed for its mosaics, including glittering portraits of emperors and empresses and a poignant Virgin and Child.
Next, you will visit the Blue Mosque which takes its name from the exquisite tiles adorning its interior. Built by Sultan Ahmet I in the early 17th century and designed by a pupil of Sinan, the greatest of Ottoman architects, it is the only imperial mosque with six minarets. Its courtyard is especially grand. The Hippodrome, the stadium of ancient Byzantium, held 100,000 spectators and featured objects from all corners of the empire. Of these, an Egyptian obelisk and a bronze sculpture of three entwined serpents from Delphi survive.
Brief Handicrafts Presentation & Lecture (Optional Attendance) next to the Grand Bazaar. Free time to explore Grand Bazaar on your own.
1 hour visit, Meeting back and drive to Lunch.
The Grand Bazaar was the commercial heart of the old city and its 4,000 shops are full of treasures including carpets and kilims, silks, jewelry, ceramics, icons and leather goods. Wandering through the Grand Bazaar, indulge in some shopping,
Note: Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays. On Sundays we visit Nuruosmaniye Street around Grand Bazaar since Grand Bazaar is closed.
Enjoy your lunch.
Cruise the Bosphorus and from the deck of your cruise boat, take in the sights and sounds of this legendary waterway, lined with historic villages, grandiose waterfront mansions, imposing fortresses, like Anadolu Hisari, and the Baroque palaces of the late Ottoman sultans. After your cruise, travel along the breathtaking Golden Horn to the Spice Bazaar, a thrilling riot of colors, sounds and the smells of exotic spices.
Öne Çıkanlar
- See Hagia Sophia, Sultanahmet Blue Mosque, and the Hippodrome
- Explore the Grand Bazaar, the commercial heart of the old city
- Enjoy your Lunch
- Cruise the Bosphorus and take in the iconic waterway's sights and sounds
Rehberlik dilleri
ÖNEMLİ BİLGİLER
• Children 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult
• During religious holidays, the Spice Market and Grand Bazaar are closed
• On Sundays, when the Grand Bazaar is closed, you will visit Nuruosmaniye around the Grand Bazaar
• The Spice Bazaar may be visited prior to taking the Bosphorus Cruise, depending on the number of tour participants
• On Friday morning, The Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia are visioned only from outside because of Friday Prayer
• Cover ups and head scarves are provided at the Blue Mosque
• Ladies should have a scarf with them to visit Hagia Sophia. (or can buy one from the Mosque)
• There is a maximum of 20-25 persons per tour group
Pickup at central Istanbul hotels is provided.
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