Private Istanbul Old City Tour
Description
Istanbul is a unique destination with a rich history, culture and natural beauty that offers many unique experiences for visitors. Some of the factors that make an Istanbul tour unique are: The blend of cultures: Istanbul is a city where East meets West, and it has a unique blend of European and Asian cultures. Visitors can see the influence of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires in the city's architecture, art, and food. The historical and cultural sites: Istanbul is home to many famous historical and cultural sites such as the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar. These sites offer a glimpse into the city's rich history and culture and are a must-see for history and art enthusiasts. The Bosphorus: The Bosphorus Strait, which separates Europe and Asia, is a unique feature of Istanbul and offers great views of the city and the surrounding countryside. Visitors can take a boat tour along the Bosphorus to experience the beauty of the strait.
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Topkapı palace is the earliest palace of Ottoman kingdom in Istanbul. And also accepted as the biggest palace museum in the world.
Hagia Sophia was built as a church and converted into a museum after the conquest of Constantinopolis. The building is used as a museum today and it represents both Islam and Christianity relligions.
Blue mosque is one of the highlight of Istanbul with its bluish tiles. And architecture of the building will impress you.
Visit the old roman stadium here. There are 3 pillars left to see today, and your guide will explain about the history behind of them.
Grand bazaar is known as the oldest and biggest indoor market in the world. Enjoy your shopping here
Home to some of Istanbul’s most recognizable attractions, the Sultanahmet District is an ideal place to explore the city’s complex history. With the rose-colored Hagia Sophia (Aya Sofya) sitting across from the six minarets of the Blue Mosque and down the street from the energetic Grand Bazaar, this neighborhood packs in a wealth of culture.
Beautiful yet eerie, Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarayi) isn’t your average underground well. Dating back to the Byzantine era, the huge cistern was built in the mid-500s on the former site of a basilica. More than 300 marble columns provide a grand, serene atmosphere to what was essentially subterranean water storage.
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THERE IS ONLY ONE EXIT , WHEN YOU GO OUT FROM ISTANBUL PORT YOU WILL SEE YOUR NAME AS A SIGN
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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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Reviews(4)
Our tour guide was great, however the tour we booked was supposed to be with private transportation and an air conditioned vehicle with waters provided so we dressed accordingly. Upon meeting our tour guide she informed us that there would be no vehicle and we would be walking and/or using public transport. We walked a total of 12.8 KM so beware of fraudulent ads as this is not what you will get.
So glad we (wife, myself and 2 kids) took the private tour. Worth every penny and gives you so much flexibility. Our tour guide was Cenk Mehmet Oztemel and he was outstanding. His knowledge of Turkish history and current world affairs was excellent and we really enjoyed his company. Very personable and trustworthy. We really enjoyed all the historical places. My wife and daughter absolutely loved the different bazaars and shops - Cenk knew were to get the best stuff and also where the cheapest things were. Also, a big thank you to the driver with the Mercedes luxury van.
Thank you for taking the time to get in touch with us to share your recent experience about our Agency we are looking forward to welcoming you in your next trip in the very near future. best regards, Moira Travel
We went through urvi tour and the tour guide was Adam. He was very helpful friendly and cooperative. His knowledge about the history of Turkey was deep which helped us to know the country better.
Thank you for taking the time to get in touch with us to share your recent experience about our Agency we are looking forward to welcoming you in your next trip in the very near future. best regards, Moira Travel
I really love how they arrange things. Its very pleasant to have them as out tour guide. Our tour run very smoothly. And thank you very much Adem(our tourguide) and Guray(driver) for amazing 10 days. Definitely would recommend their service to anyone that travel to turkey. 💯💯💯