Journey to the Heart of History and Culture: Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar Tour
This private tour allows you to explore in depth the role Istanbul has played throughout history as a religious, political and cultural center. Dazzling with its rich history and impressive architecture, these stops invite you to follow the traces of the past.
- Hagia Sophia: The heart of the religious and political life of the Byzantine Empire, Hagia Sophia is one of the most important buildings of Orthodox Christianity. Its conversion into a mosque in 1453 after the Ottoman conquest marked a turning point in the rise of the Ottoman Empire and the spread of Islam. Today, it embraces all humanity as a museum and historical heritage.
- Topkapi Palace Discover the splendor of palace life and the political order of the period up close in this palace, the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire and home of the sultans. A history-filled experience awaits you with its harem apartment, sacred relics and impressive views.
- Hippodrome The Hippodrome was the center of social and political events during the Byzantine period, and you will feel the historical atmosphere where huge horse races and imperial ceremonies were held.
- Blue Mosque: Built by Sedefkâr Mehmed Ağa, a student of Sinan the Architect, this mosque represents the pinnacle of Ottoman aesthetics with its tile decorations and impressive architecture.
- Grand Bazaar With 500 years of history, the Grand Bazaar is one of the oldest and largest bazaars in the world, where you will meet the elegance of Turkish handicrafts and experience an authentic shopping experience.
This tour offers an unforgettable opportunity to discover the historical richness and cultural heritage of Istanbul. Get ready to follow the glorious traces of the past step by step!
Included Services
- Private Transportation (Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off)
- Guidance in your own language
- Museum Fees
Services Not Included
- Lunch
- Special Expenditures
- Tip
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
- We recommend taking a jacket with you as it can be a bit chilly in the morning.
- A minimum of 2 people is required.
- This tour is organized for you only, it is not a shared tour
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the start time of the experience.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time of the experience, the amount you have paid is non-refundable.
- Changes made less than 24 hours before the start time of the experience are not accepted.
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Topkapı Sarayı’ndaki hazineleri görmek ve Haliç manzarasında bir çay içmek ise turun en keyifli anlarıydı. Kültür, tarih ve büyüleyici mimariyle dolu bir gün geçirdik!
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Tarihi Yarımada’da yürümek, yüzlerce yıl öncesine uzanan bir hikâyeye adım atmak gibi. Her köşe başında bir medeniyetin izi var.
Mutlaka gezmelisiniz
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Sultanahmet Meydanı’na adım attığınız anda zamanın geriye sardığını hissediyorsunuz. Ayasofya’nın görkemi, Sultanahmet Camii’nin zarafeti ve Topkapı Sarayı’nın ihtişamı bir araya gelince, insan kendini Osmanlı ve Bizans’ın kollarında buluyor. Kapalıçarşı’nın dar sokaklarında dolaşırken tarihin sesini duymak, Yerebatan Sarnıcı’nda suya yansıyan sütunlar arasında kaybolmak… Her anı özel ve unutulmaz bir deneyimdi. İstanbul’u anlamak istiyorsanız, burayı mutlaka gezmelisiniz!