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Day view of the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul
Byzantine & Ottoman Relics in Istanbul
Full-Day Istanbul Classics & Ottoman Relics Tour with Lunch
Full-Day Istanbul Classics & Ottoman Relics Tour with Lunch
Full-Day Istanbul Classics & Ottoman Relics Tour with Lunch

Full-Day Istanbul Classics & Ottoman Relics Tour with Lunch

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Free cancellation available
Price is €150 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview
  • Full day to explore Istanbul's religious heritage & history
  • Landmarks like the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Hippodrome
  • Fascinating grounds of Topkapi Palace
  • Delicious lunchbreak at a traditional Turkish restaurant
  • Engaging commentary about Turkish history from your guide

Activity location

    • Istanbul, Turkey

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hotel Pickup
    • Istanbul, Turkey

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Tour
  • Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes8h 30m8h 30m
  • English
  • Food only
Language options: English
Starting time: 08:30
Price details
€150.00 x 1 Adult€150.00

Total
Price is €150.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedGuided tour of Istanbul
  • What's includedWhat's includedTopkapi Palace entrance tickets
  • What's includedWhat's includedLunch
  • What's includedWhat's includedReturn transport to and from your Istanbul hotel
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedDrinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEntrance fees of Hagia Sophia Museum

Know before you book

  • Children 2 and younger are complimentary.
  • At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place.
  • On Friday mornings, only the outside of the Blue Mosque will be visited due to crowded noontime prayer.
  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesday; you will visit the Patriarchate in Fener, Church of Panagia of Blachernae, Chora Church, Prison of Anemas, and Palace of the Porphyrogenitus instead.
  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays.
  • You will receive confirmation of your exact hotel pick-up time when you call to confirm your reservation. Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

Immerse yourself in the history, heritage, and culture of Istanbul on this full-day outing. Visit landmarks like the Hagia Sophia and Hippodrome in the morning, stroll through the Grand Bazaar before a tasty Turkish lunch, and then walk in the footsteps of Ottoman sultans at the Topkapi Palace.

After you're picked up from your hotel, begin your outing in the Sultanahmet District, in the heart of Istanbul's Old City. Hear about what life was like in the city during the Byzantine and Ottoman empires as you make your way to the Hagia Sophia, whose iconic dome and minarets have dominated Istanbul's skyline for centuries. Admire the blue Iznik tiles that decorate the Blue Mosque, (Blue Mosque cannot be visited on Fridays because of Friday pray ) and then visit the Hippodrome, to see the Obelisk of Theodosius and the bronze Serpent Column.

From there, make your way into the atmospheric bustle of the Grand Bazaar. Stroll by stalls overflowing with antiques, jewellery, gold, fine embroidered carpets, and beautiful leather goods, and then head to a traditional Turkish restaurant for delicious lunch.

The afternoon continues with a fascinating visit to Topkapi Palace, the opulent residence of Ottoman Sultans. Stroll through park-like pavilions and see priceless artefacts like sacred Islamic relics and beautiful calligraphy. Hear about the complicated rules governing life in the palace, and then visit The Hagia Irene located in the outer courtyard of Topkapi Palace is the oldest church of the Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine). It was also the second largest church in Istanbul after Hagia Sophia. It’s a typical Byzantine structure with its materials and architecture, was built on the site of an old temple in 330.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures
  • High-touch surfaces cleaned and disinfected
  • Vehicles and venues cleaned with disinfectants
  • Vehicles and venues kept vacant between travellers
Social distancing
  • Contactless ticket redemption
  • Social distancing measures in place
  • Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Safety measures
  • Personal protective equipment worn by staff
  • Temperature checks given to staff
  • Temperature checks available
  • Masks required
  • Masks provided
  • Hand sanitiser provided
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Location

Activity location

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    • Istanbul, Turkey

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEHotel Pickup
    • Istanbul, Turkey