Istanbul Shorex Private Tour
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7h
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About this experience
Explore the Hagia Sophia, the largest ancient Church and former Mosque
Visit the Topkapi Palace, an Ottoman Imperial house which has housed 25 Sultans for 400 years
Discover the Hipodrome a location for social activity in Roman times
See the Blue Mosque a symbol of Istanbul with unique Ottoman architecture
Stroll through the Grand Bazaar, the largest shopping mall of its time
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Istanbul Shorex Private Tour
Pickup included
What's included
Parking Fees
Professional Licenced Guide
Detailed itinerary
1
Stop 1
Discover how for many centuries, the Hagia Sophia was the largest church in the world, and still boasts the 4th largest dome in the world as one of the greatest surviving examples of Byzantine architecture.
2
Stop 2
a relic of the glory days of the great Ottoman Empire. Discover how the former palace boasted a population of about 4,000 people at its peak and was home to 25 sultans over a period of 400 years. Located on a promontory overlooking the Golden Horn, it sits in tranquil gardens that provide shade from the blazing heat of the summer. Pop into the museum to see the gorgeous Iznik tiles and the ornate stateroom of the harem, among other attractions.
3
Stop 3
a former circus built in 203 AD by the Roman Emperor Septimus Severus. Witness the 3 remaining monuments from the original building, including the Egyptian Obelisk, the Serpentine Column, and the Constantine Column. Pause to look at the German Fountain of Wilhelm II, made from 8 marble columns.
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Stop 4
more officially known as the Sultanahmet Mosque. Admire the striking blue tiles which give the mosque its more common name and make it one of Istanbul’s most iconic attractions. Located close to Topkapi Palace, Sultanahmet Mosque was considered the Supreme Imperial Mosque in Istanbul.
5
one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. With hundreds of small handicraft shops selling everything from handmade carpets to Turkish coffee, the atmosphere is electric, and it's a great place to try out your bargaining skills.
What's not included
Lunch
Drinks
Entrance fee of Museums
Personal Expenses
Private transportation
Available languages
Guide guide
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Important information
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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