Full Day Private Tour in Old Bazaars and Handicrafts of Istanbul
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Price from
- $284 / person
- Languages
- AR, DE, RU, JA
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
This full-day tour consists of visiting old markets and discovering some traditional handicrafts in Istanbul. Your time starts with visiting the Turkish Islamic Art Museum, which includes notable examples of Islamic calligraphy, tiles, rugs, and ethnographic displays, particularly for nomad groups. Then you will go to the Cafer Aga Madrasah, built in 1539 by Architect Sinan. It is one of those rare ‘’living historical places," offering art and music exhibitions, workshops, and courses on various traditional Ottoman art forms. From there, you will walk into the Grand Bazaar, a paradise on earth for shopping. There are over 4000 shops in and around the market, from antiques to silver, silk products to gold, handwoven carpets to calligraphy artworks, Iznik tiles to copper, and a wide variety of handicrafts are available at the bazaar. Your next stop is the Spice Bazaar, built-in 1664, which is one of the most colorful bazaars of the city.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Turkish and Islamic Art Museum Your tour starts with visiting The Turkish Islamic Art Museum that includes notable examples of Islamic calligraphy, tiles, and rugs as well as ethnographic displays, particularly nomad groups.
Caferaga Madrasa You will make your way to Cafer Aga Madrasah, built-in 1539 by Architect Sinan. It is actually one of those rare ‘’living historical places’’ offering art and music exhibitions, as well as workshops and courses on a variety of traditional Ottoman art forms.
Grand Bazaar You will walk into the Grand Bazaar which is a paradise on earth in terms of shopping. There are over 4000 shops in and around the market from antiques to silver, silk products to gold, handwoven carpets to calligraphy artworks, Iznik tiles to copper a huge variety of handicrafts is available at the Bazaar. Shopping is fun when you know the right places.
Spice Bazaar The Spice Bazaar, built-in 1664, which is one of the most colorful bazaars of the city. Indian spices were shipped to Istanbul and from there distributed to several different areas of Europe. Today the Bazaar is still home to a wide range of spices. Turkish delights, dried fruits, and vegetables, nuts, saffron, and caviar is also available as well as spices.
Highlights
Transportation from/to your address via proper, comfortable vehicle
Professional tour guide experience in various languages
What's included
Included
Transportation from/to your address via proper, comfortable vehicle
Professional tour guide experience in various languages
Not included
Drinks and all personal expenses
Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts admission fee amount approx. $15.
Lunch
Pickup Locations & Times
Please be informed kindly that you are required to contact your agency, Travelium, at least 24 hours in advance in order to confirm excursion. If you have book this activity less than 24 hours prior to the scheduled time, please contact us immediately after booking to confirm your excursion. Please bear in mind, you will be asked to present your printed voucher and photo ID when you meet with your guide.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Full Day Private Tour in Old Bazaars and Handicrafts of Istanbul lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $284 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Please be informed kindly that you are required to contact your agency, Travelium, at least 24 hours in advance in order to confirm excursion. If you have book this activity less than 24 hours prior to the scheduled time, please contact us immediately after booking to confirm your excursion. Please bear in mind, you will be asked to present your printed voucher and photo ID when you meet with your guide. Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyEImGbFa+5CBKbpmTZC40Eg=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyFumi+9arnlDHac1ZDI6cR0=.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in AR, DE, RU, JA, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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