Highlights and Hidden Gems of Istanbul
Overview
Next, we'll make our way to the Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world. .
After a busy morning of exploring, we'll take a break in a 300-year-old tea house, where you'll sip on delicious Turkish tea and indulge in some traditional Turkish treats.
Our next stop is the magnificent Suleymaniye Mosque, a true masterpiece of Ottoman architecture that dates back to the 16th century.
From there, we'll head to the Spice Market, where you'll be dazzled by the colorful displays of spices, sweets, and other delicacies
We'll then take public bus to the Church of St. George, a historic site located near the Golden Horn.
Finally, we'll wind our way through the charming Balat area,
Inclusions
- Guiding
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Binbirdirek Sarnıcı, Binbirdirek, İmran Öktem Cd. No:1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
The oldest cistern in city
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Corlulu Ali Pasa Medresesi, Mollafenari Mh., Istanbul 34120 Turkiye
Have a tea-coffee break in 300 years old tea house
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Grand Bazaar, Grand Bazaar, Istanbul
Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s most famous souks. Comprising nearly 60 streets and thousands more shops, the bazaar can be overwhelming. Let your guide introduce you to its colorful (if chaotic) highlights, and shop for jewelry, leather, pottery, spices and more.
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: Suleymaniye Mosque, Prof. SIddIk Sami Onar Cd. No:1 Süleymaniye Mah, Istanbul 34116 Turkiye
One of the most beautiful mosque of Istanbul.
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Misir Carsisi (Spice Market), Rustem Pasa Mahallesi, Erzak Ambari Sok. No:92 Eminonu - Fatih, Istanbul 34116 Turkiye
The vibrant colors of the various spices and dried fruits on display are a feast for the eyes, and the bustling energy of the market is infectious.
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: Fener Rum Patrikhanesi, Dr. SadIk Ahmet Cd. No:44 Yavuz Sultan Selim Mahallesi, Istanbul 34083 Turkiye
The Church of St. George is a beautiful Orthodox Christian church located in the historic Fener neighborhood of Istanbul.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Balat, Istanbul Turkiye
Finally, we'll wind our way through the charming Balat area, one of the oldest and most interesting neighborhoods in Istanbul.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- 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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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We were 4 people from different countries we met with our guide at our meeting point. Then visited less popular monuments like the oldest cistern, Suleymaniye Mosque, and Hidden church, we used public transportation like locals, tried street food, and smoked hookah...It was a long tour but worth ...
We were 4 people from different countries we met with our guide at our meeting point. Then visited less popular monuments like the oldest cistern, Suleymaniye Mosque, and Hidden church, we used public transportation like locals, tried street food, and smoked hookah...It was a long tour but worth every penny. Our guide was very friendly and funny and he was a great storyteller. I recommend you book this tour on your first or second day.We booked this tour on our recent trip to Turkey my family and I had an amazing time on this tour. The tour was well-organized, and we got to see many of the city's most famous landmarks. We learned about the Ottoman Empire and its mysterious Harem in Top Kapi Palace. We were astounded by the eng...
We booked this tour on our recent trip to Turkey my family and I had an amazing time on this tour. The tour was well-organized, and we got to see many of the city's most famous landmarks. We learned about the Ottoman Empire and its mysterious Harem in Top Kapi Palace. We were astounded by the engineering ability of the Romans in Roman Cistern. The visit to the Hagia Sophia was unquestionably the highlight of the tour. I would definitely recommend this tour to all but please be sure to bring a good camera to capture your beautiful memories here.This walking tour is great, our tour guide is a great storyteller. We visited a lot of places in short amount time and tried delicious Turkish food, highly recommended
This walking tour is great, our tour guide is a great storyteller. We visited a lot of places in short amount time and tried delicious Turkish food, highly recommendedThe guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. He gave detailed information on all the places of touristic interest and took me to very iconic and less known places. I had a unique experience. Also, the organizing and timing of visits was very nicely arranged.
The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. He gave detailed information on all the places of touristic interest and took me to very iconic and less known places. I had a unique experience. Also, the organizing and timing of visits was very nicely arranged.What a thoroughly enjoyable day we had with our guide Ous. His choice of stops gave us a great overview of Istanbul- more than we would have discovered on our own. We particularly enjoyed the food samples he exposed us to at various points. We had been to Istanbul before but really felt like w...
What a thoroughly enjoyable day we had with our guide Ous. His choice of stops gave us a great overview of Istanbul- more than we would have discovered on our own. We particularly enjoyed the food samples he exposed us to at various points. We had been to Istanbul before but really felt like we now have more of a true feel for the city after this tour.Our tour guide Gülperi explained informatively and lively and gave helpful tips. She had a deep knowledge and gave us an insight into the current situation in Turkey. Thank you Gülperi
Our tour guide Gülperi explained informatively and lively and gave helpful tips. She had a deep knowledge and gave us an insight into the current situation in Turkey. Thank you Gülperi