The Other Face of Istanbul-Less known mosques, Aquduct ,Local Markets | La Vacanza Travel

The Other Face of Istanbul-Less known mosques, Aquduct ,Local Markets

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Destination: Türkiye, İstanbul, Istanbul
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  • 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Istanbul
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

This tour is for those who wants to see the hidden faces of Istanbul. Residential neighborhoods, non touristy Şehazade Mosque, Zeyrek Mosque former Pantrokator church complex, walk by 6th century A.D. Valens aqueducts which were the city water suppliers, visit the neighborhood market where food comes from Eastern Turkey, enjoy a delicious lunch at a non touristy restaurant.
Taste the buryan dish which is the whole lamb cook inside a well overnight.
Taste the local drink call Boza which have been served in the same places for 150 years.

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary

This tour is for those who wants to see the hidden faces of Istanbul, who wants to visit the residential neighborhoods. Enjoy the non touristy Şehazade Mosque and be the only tourist in the area for every sites of the itinerary. Visit the Zeyrek Mosque former Pantrokator church complex built in 1118 A.D. Walk by 6th century A.D. Valens aqueducts which were the city water suppliers. Enjoy the walk in the neighborhood market where food comes from Eastern Turkey.
Taste the local drink call Boza which have been served in the same places for 150 years.
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a non touristy restaurant.


Stop At:

• Sehzade Mehmet Mosque, Sehzadebasi Cad. Vefa, Fatih, Istanbul Turkiye
• Valens Aqueduct (Bozdogan Kemeri), near Ataturk Av. and Sahsade mosque, Istanbul Turkiye
• Kadinlar Pazari, Zeyrek Mahallesi, Itfaiye Cad. Fatih, Istanbul Turkiye
• Vefa Bozacisi, Katip Celebi Cad. No:104/1 Vefa, Istanbul 34470 Turkiye

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Bottled water - Tea, Turkish coffee and soft drinks are also included.
  • Public tram and buss fees.
  • Boza.It is a popular drink for istanbullies which is fermented and made of corn yeast.

Exclusions
  • Lunch - We will take you a local restaurant where they have the famous dish call buryan. You can pay for your own meal, aprox 10-15 USD pp.
  • Tipping to the guide.

Additional Info

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • 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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Departure Point

Departure Point

Alemdar, İncili Çavuş Sk. No:8, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye


Departure Time

01:00 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Duration & Voucher Info

Voucher info

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

Duration

3 hours 30 minutes

Cancellation Policy

User's Reviews

Corina M

01 May, 2022

Wonderful places, with a special charm and full of history... an incredible feeling that you are following the footsteps of the great rulers of the two empires: Byzantine and Ottoman. Amazing and overwhelming!

Pravin_M

27 Mar, 2022

Our guide Salih was very friendly and accomodating in the way he delivered the tour to take special interests into account. His depth of knowledge is readily apparent, yet he was able to convey this information in an interesting and engaging manner. The time spent in the Topkapi Palace never felt rushed and Salihs explanations and comments brought a vibrancy to the experience that reading alone cannot convey. Similarly the time spent in the food markets provided a fascinating glimpse into life in the city away from (other) tourists. While not specifically mentioned, the tours that Salih has developed appear to be carefully crafted to avoid crowds and maximise the experience. If you're looking for a tour that presents a deep rich context to Istanbuls history, while avoiding large queues look no further - highly recommended

Donnagiaquinto_G

24 Jan, 2021

Knowledgeable guide who was able to bring the tour to life. Had a delightful day. Covid closures were not a problem and he flexibly guided me to fill the day wonderfully caring for my individual needs.

yayohill

13 Nov, 2019

A very complete tour with a great private guide who took more time for us during the day explaining with details, I recommend this tour by far

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