Istanbul Private Old Town Tour By Art Historian
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5h
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About this experience
Take an Art Historian tour of Istanbul led by a knowledgeable local. You have the option of letting him handle all the excellent and essential planning, or you can alter it to suit your preferences. In addition to helping you experience history, a ton of laughs, loads of pictures, customs, and of course the legendary Istanbul, your guide will be there even if you just have one day to explore this city.
In five hours, we promise not to squander your time and never pressure you into looking at or purchasing a carpet or leather jacket. Yunus, a single local art historian, will be your tour guide for the entire duration. Take your time and experience this stunning city of Istanbul without feeling rushed.
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Istanbul Private Old Town Tour By Art Historian
What's included
Licensed Art Historian Guide
Private Tour
Detailed itinerary
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Stop 1
-Blue Mosque/ Sultanahmet Mosque: Although known by many as Blue Mosque it is the mosque of Sultan Ahmet who gave the name to the famous square of Istanbul' Old Town 'Sultanahmet Square'
Did you know that the blue tiles inside the mosque are called Turkuaz(turquoise) Color created by the Turkish People themselves?
2
Stop 2
-Hippodrome is the Arena with all the monuments located from the Tombstone of Ancient Pharaoh to the Symbole of Brotherhood Serpent Column
3
Stop 3
Pass by
- Hagia Sophia/ Santa Sophia: The head temple and maybe one of the most welcoming ones that continues to appeal to the Christians and Muslims at the same time. However is Sophia only a girl's name?
Duration - Not interior visit- Since 15th January 2024 the entrance fee of Hagia Sophia, visitor entrance to the Second floor is 25 Euro
4
Stop 4
- Topkapı Palace and Harem: Istanbul had more than 20 times attempts to be conquered by many but the Ottoman Empire Sultan Mehmet was the only one to achieve it. Topkapı Palace is the art of the only conqueror of Istanbul. It is the Palace of Victory that has seen many celebrations of the Ottoman Empire
5
Stop 5
Pass by
For the Turkish People, it was an Underground Palace but for the Roman Emperors, it was the water resource.
6
Stop 6
Welcome to one culture that stays even for Modern Days... Bazaar culture of Istanbul. Once you go inside the entrance like a fortress you will join another world and of course, we are not talking about Matrix. Or do we? Blue or red...
What's not included
Food and drinks
Museum Entry Fees
Pick Up and Drop Off Service
Topkapı Palace Entry ticket fee 1500 Turkish Liras per person
Available languages
Guide guide
EN
Important information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meeting point
The guide with the red strip License with a black umbrella will be at the meeting point, so it will be easy to recognize him in front of German Fountain
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per person
Price varies by option
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