Istanbul Oude Stadstour met kleine groep met lokale Gids
Beschrijving
* Houd er rekening mee dat de Grote Bazaar op zondag gesloten is. Daarom worden zondagtours in plaats daarvan overgeschakeld op Spice Market visit, wat ook de eindhalte van de tour zal zijn. Ontdek de oude stad van Istanbul tijdens een kleine groepswandeling. Ontdek het mysterie van de Hagia Sophia en verken de Blauwe Moskee en de Grote Bazaar. Geniet van alles door de schoonheid van de gebouwen, de onbetaalbare geschiedenis achter elk monument en het onmiskenbare feit dat deze plek op een gegeven moment het hart van zowel christelijke als islamitische beschavingen was, te bewonderen. Je voelt je alsof je in een tijdreismachine bent geweest waar je alle verschillende periodes die Istanbul hebben gevormd in een oogwenk hebt verkend.
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Reisroute
De Duitse Fontein, gelegen aan het Sultanahmetplein, was een geschenk van de Duitse keizer Wilhelm II in 1901 en is een neo-Byzantijnse stijl fontein ter nagedachtenis aan zijn bezoek aan Istanbul, symboliseert de vriendschap tussen het Ottomaanse en Duitse Rijk.
We zullen de oude Hippodroom en 3 obelisken zien die zich bevinden langs de centrale ruggengraat van de oude Hippodroom in Sultanahmet, op slechts een steenworp afstand van de Blauwe Moskee en de Hagia Sophia.
Het is een van de meest iconische bezienswaardigheden in Istanbul en we zullen de moskee van binnen bekijken om een mix van Ottomaanse en Byzantijnse stijlen te zien, met een enorme centrale koepel, elegante bogen en trapsgewijze semi-koepels.
De Hagia Sophia, oorspronkelijk gebouwd in 537 als Byzantijnse kathedraal, later omgebouwd tot moskee, toen een museum en nu weer een moskee, is een architectonisch meesterwerk dat de rijke lagen van de religieuze en keizerlijke geschiedenis van Istanbul weerspiegelt.
De Grote Bazaar (Kapalıçarşı), die dateert uit de 15e eeuw, is een van 's werelds grootste en oudste overdekte markten, met meer dan 4.000 winkels met alles van tapijten en sieraden tot antiek en keramiek.
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Belangrijke informatie
- Baby's en kleine kinderen kunnen in een wandel- of kinderwagen mee
- Opties voor openbaar vervoer zijn in de buurt aanwezig
- Er zijn speciale kinderzitjes beschikbaar
- Niet aanbevolen voor reizigers met een slechte cardiovasculaire gezondheid
- Reizigers moeten ten minste een gemiddelde conditie hebben
- Minimale deelnemers voor deze tour is 4 personen.
- Houd er rekening mee dat de Grote Bazaar op zondag gesloten is. Daarom worden zondagtours in plaats daarvan overgeschakeld op Spice Market visit, wat ook de eindhalte van de tour zal zijn.
Beoordelingen(163)
Our guide, Kemal, was outstanding in every way! We appreciated his knowledge and expert guidance to the main historical 'must see' sights in Istanbul's Old City. We had a most enjoyable time with him and would highly recommend his services to anyone traveling to Istanbul.
Merve was an amazing guide. She went through all sites with extreme detail. She was extremely knowledgeable and detail oriented.
Kemal was the best. Kind & very considerate of our physical limitations. Literally warned us of every possible stumbling point & there were dozens. Expect to walk about 7 miles the first day & 3 - 4 miles the next. Lunch choices were outstanding. Expect to pay at least $160US in entry fees (2 people). Entire tour was excellent
Feyza was so knowledgeable about the history of Istanbul and the historic sites on our tour. Would definitely recommend this tour and Feyza to anyone visiting Istanbul.
Ozan was FANTASTIC! Our day went by so fast we had such a wonderful time. He shared so much great information with us as we visited the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, the Grand Bazaar, and Spice Market. We also got to visit a rug store where they showed us how the handmade rugs are made on looms, it was fascinating. An absolutely wonderful experience!
Merve, an incredible guide with profound knowledge of Istanbul’s culture and history, comprehended our origins and past experiences. Based on the time we had, she meticulously reconstructed the itineraries that best suited our journey. Well done, Merve!
We had an amazing time during our Istanbul Tour with Burak. He was an excellent tour guide. Knowledgeable and friendly and most importantly flexible. Our group of 8 included a person with disabilities and 2 children ages 5 and 8. He was able to adjust the schedule to meet our needs, pace and patience of both me and wife as parents and our children. He was also conscientious of Mobility difficulties. He gave us inside tips such as restaurant recommendations and even told us about proper Turkish etiquette and local customs. We highly recommend booking with Guided Istanbul tour and highly recommend Burak as your tour guide!! Jose
We really enjoyed the tour and thought our guide was excellent.
We had an outstanding experience on this private tour with Ozan. Everything was exceptionally well organized from start to finish, making the entire day stress-free and enjoyable. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate, sharing fascinating historical and cultural insights that made every stop much more meaningful. The itinerary was perfectly planned, allowing us to see all the major highlights while still having enough flexibility to explore at our own pace. What truly made this tour special was the personalized attention. Our guide went above and beyond to answer questions, accommodate our interests, and ensure we had a memorable experience. Ozan’s professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail exceeded all expectations. I highly recommend this private tour to anyone looking for a personalized, informative, and enjoyable experience. It was one of the highlights of our trip, and I would gladly book with them again.
Our family had such a wonderful experience exploring Istanbul with our guide, Merve over two days. She was one of the biggest reasons our trip was so enjoyable. She is incredibly knowledgeable about the history of Istanbul and Türkiye, but what we appreciated most was how she explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. Whether she was talking about the Byzantine Empire, the Ottomans, or modern-day Türkiye, she made the history come alive without it ever feeling like a lecture. Over the two days, she took us to the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, the Hippodrome, the Grand Bazaar, Dolmabahçe Palace, Taksim Square, the Spice Bazaar, and on a beautiful Bosphorus cruise. Every stop had a story, and she always took the time to answer our questions. We never felt rushed, and she gave us plenty of time to look around, take photos, and really enjoy each place. One thing I really appreciated was how well she planned each day. We saw so much, but the pace was comfortable. We were able to get back to our hotel, relax for a bit, and still have plenty of time to head out for dinner in the evening. If you're visiting Istanbul and want someone who is friendly, patient, and truly passionate about sharing her city, I highly recommend booking a tour with her. We learned so much, had a great time, and left with a much deeper appreciation for Istanbul than we would have had on our own. Thank you Merve, you’re a gem!
