Daily Istanbul Tour with Expert Local Guide
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At a glance
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Price from
- $71 / person
- Languages
- RU, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- German Fountain is the meeting point
- Confirmation
- Instant
Description
If you want to hear about Istanbul and its ancient story from an Archaeologist Guide with 26-year of experience who was born and raised in Sultanahmet District, you are in the right place. This tour, which includes Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia is exactly for you.
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Itinerary
The building of the Topkapı palace complex, also known as Saray-ı Cedide-i Âmire or Saray-ı Hümayun, started immediately following the conquest of Constantinople. The name Topkapı Palace was influenced by the Top Kapısç ı Sahilsarayı (coastal palace), which was built during the reign of Mahmud I and burned down in 1862. The entire palace became known by this name in the nineteenth century.
Built between 532 and 537, Hagia Sophia (Holy Wisdom, Ayasofya) represents a brilliant moment in Byzantine architecture and art. It was the principal church of the Byzantine Empire in its capital, Constantinople (later Istanbul), and a mosque after the Ottoman Empire conquered the city in 1453.
Yerebatan Sarnıcı (Bizans Yunancası: βασιλική κινστέρνή; Latince: Basilica Cisterna)[1] İmparator Justinianus (527-565)[2] döneminde İstanbul'da şehrin su ihtiyacını karşılamak üzere 526-527 senelerinde yaptırılmış kapalı su sarnıcıdır. Ayasofya'nın güneybatısında, Soğukçeşme Sokağı'nda bulunmaktadır. Suyun içinden yükselen pek çok mermer sütun nedeniyle halk arasında Yerebatan Sarayı olarak isimlendirilmektedir. Sarnıcın üzerinde daha önce bir bazilika bulunmasından ötürü, Bazilika Sarnıcı olarak da adlandırılır.
The most was constructed 1616 in order of Sultan Ahmet 1. By Sedefkar Mehmet Efendi
You can visit here the hippodrome with obelisks, German Fountains etc.
Highlights
Admission fee
What's included
Included
Admission fee
Not included
all food and beverage
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does Daily Istanbul Tour with Expert Local Guide take?
Daily Istanbul Tour with Expert Local Guide lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Daily Istanbul Tour with Expert Local Guide cost?
Prices start at $71 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Daily Istanbul Tour with Expert Local Guide for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is German Fountain is the meeting point. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Daily Istanbul Tour with Expert Local Guide offered in?
The experience is available in RU, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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