Istanbul Old City Sightseeing Walking Tour | La Vacanza Travel

Istanbul Old City Sightseeing Walking Tour

Duration: 6 to 8 hours
Destination: Turkiye, Turkiye, Istanbul
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  • 6 to 8 hours
  • Istanbul
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Tour is a guided walking tour that takes you through the historic heart of Istanbul, Turkey.

During this tour, you'll explore some of the most iconic and historic sites of Istanbul's Old City, including:

Hagia Sophia Museum
Blue Mosque
Topkapi Palace
Hippodrome of Constantinople
Grand Bazaar

The tour typically lasts for around 5-6 hours and is led by a knowledgeable local guide who will share interesting historical and cultural information about each site.

This tour is a great way to learn about Istanbul's rich history and experience the city's vibrant culture.

Stores to visit:
Carpet Showroom
Leather Factory

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Hippodrome, Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet ParkI No:2, Istanbul Turkiye

First visit is Hippodrome. It was the center of sport activities of Constantinople. Famous with 4 monuments; The German Fountain of Wilhelm II, Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column and Column of Constantine.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Hagia Sophia Mosque, Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya MeydanI No:1, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye

Haghia Sophia, is the most famous museum in Turkey and one of the greatest marvels of architecture. Haghia Sophia was built as a church in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian then in 1453 renovated into a mosque by Ottoman Emperor Fatih Sultan Mehmet. It was converted into a museum in 1935 and welcoming both local and foreign visitors. (Closed on Monday)

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Mah At Meydani Cad No 7, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye

Blue Mosque, as known as the Sultanahmet Mosque, this breath-taking building is one of the most majestic Ottoman Mosques in all of Turkey. Also it was built with unique 6 minarets. (Closed on Friday)

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Topkapi Palace, Cankurtaran Mahallesi Gulhane Park, Near Sultanahmet Square, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye

Topkapi Palace, which has been home to the Ottoman dynasty for many years, was used for educational administrative and as the art center of the state. Get knowledge about the imperial treasury sacred islamic relics, palace kitchens and weapons. (Closed on Tuesday)

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Kapali Carsi, Kalpakcilar Cad. Sorguclu Han No: 22, Istanbul 34126 Turkiye

Grand Bazaar, is the biggest market and the most attractive shopping center of Istanbul which has lots of shopping opportunities with carpets, leather, jewellery, turkish delight, gold, antique tiles etc.. (Closed on Sunday)

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Basilica Cistern, Alemdar Mahallesi, Yerebatan Caddesi, No:1/3, Istanbul 34410 Turkiye

One of Istanbul's splendid historical buildings is the Basilica Cistern located in the southwest of Hagia Sophia. This large underground cistern built by Byzantine Emperor Justinian I (527-565) was named as Yerebatan Palace ere among the people due to the marble columns rising from the water and countless seemingly like. It is also known as Basilica Cistern since there is a Basilica in the place where the cistern is located.

Duration: 45 minutes

Inclusions
  • Professional Licensed Tour Guide
  • Insurance

Exclusions
  • Personal Expenses
  • Guide Tips – Gratitue
  • Entrance Fees
  • Food & Drinks
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • MEET WITH THE GUIDE AT GERMAN FOUNTAIN IN SULTANAHMET.
  • Topkapi Palace entrance fee is 1500 TRY. You can pay to the guide for SKIP-THE-LINE tickets.
  • THIS IS A WALKING TOUR THE PICK-UP & DROP-OFF IS NOT AVAILABLE.
  • Hagia Sophia entarance fee is 25 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
The tour usually starts at a designated meeting point (Hagia Sophia) in the old city of Istanbul, and the guests are expected to make their way to the meeting point on their own.

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

6 to 8 hours


User's Reviews

FifflarenMike

16 Feb, 2022

Thank you for the great experience! I was join this trip in September 2021. I am very grateful for the tour guide who explained all details at the attractions. He helped us not only on the tour but also on many things. (lunch, transportation in the city, markets, etc.) This experience definately worth it! Highly recommened!

866yasara

19 Dec, 2019

We went to Istanbul with Turkey tours company ,staff are so friendly , tour guide has knowledge about every single thing which is great , we enjoyed our trip from beginning to end , we will definitely have them show us around again !

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