Istanbul: Mosques Tour with Hagia Sophia Skip-the-Line EntryGroup Tour in English Only
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Ülke: Turkey
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04:00 saatler
Açıklama
Discover Turkey's art, history, and culture on this guided walking tour of Istanbul’s mosques. Visit the iconic Hagia Sophia, take photos of the Blue Mosque, and see the incredible Suleymaniye mosque.
Meet your guide in the vibrant Sultanahmet area and stroll to the first mosque, Hagia Sophia. Trace the roots of this city landmark from its completion in the sixth century A.D. as an Orthodox Christian cathedral in early-day Constantinople.
Skip the line by picking the inclusive option or receive booking assistance from your guide before the tour starts to avoid the long lines.
As you explore its breathtaking grounds, journey through its storied history that spans 1,500 years, and discover how this iconic landmark has been used as a Catholic church, mosque, and museum.
Continue to the magnificent Blue Mosque, originally named the Sultan Ahmed Mosque after Sultan Ahmed I. Discover how Sultan Ahmed built this grand edifice against his counselors’ advice, which would serve as his most lasting legacy. Learn about its intricately tiled exterior and floral designs inside the mosque with your guide.
Next, make your way to the Third Hill of Istanbul and marvel at the Suleymaniye Mosque. Known as the largest mosque in the city for more than 450 years, hear about how it was dethroned from its title in 2019. Gaze at this impressive mosque designed by the renowned architect Mimar Sinan, one of the most notable figures in Istanbul’s architectural history.
Finally, round off your tour with a stop at a historical madrasah to sip on some refreshing local drinks. Trade stories with fellow travelers before saying goodbye.
Öne Çıkanlar
- Discover the Hagia Sophia, one of the country’s most iconic landmarks
- Snap photos of the Blue Mosque and learn how this building got its nickname
- See Suleymaniye Mosque, an architectural masterpiece by Architect Mimar Sinan
- Soak up the atmosphere at a historical Madrasah while sippping a local drink
- Beat the crowds with skip-the-line tickets to the iconic Hagia Sophia (optional)
Rehberlik dilleri
ÖNEMLİ BİLGİLER
Same-day booking is available for the meeting point option
Clothes revealing the shoulders, underarms, back, and knees are not allowed in some sites on this tour and implementation may be strict
Kindly bring a scarf or sweater to cover up or wear clothes that respect the dress code
As this tour includes visits to religious temples, the itinerary may be adjusted, extended, or shortened due to changes in prayer times throughout the year
Hagia Sophia information:
It is strongly recommended to purchase skip-the-line tickets (25 EUR) in advance. The activity provider will assist with this process by sending you a purchase link via email if you don't select the inclusive option. Customers without skip-the-line tickets may face a queue of 1-2 hours at the site
The upper gallery is accessible by stairs, it's not recommended for tourists with mobility issues
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İptaller
Bu geziyi, gezinin başlangıcından 48 saat öncesine kadar ücretsiz olarak iptal edebilirsiniz. 48 saatten sonra iptal ederseniz veya geziye katılmazsanız, etkinliğin tam fiyatı sizden tahsil edilecektir. Alım veya kalkışta geç kalmak, katılmamak olarak kabul edilecektir.
