Istanbul Tour

This comprehensive sightseeing Istanbul tour provides the perfect introduction to the fabled city that spans Asia and Europe in Istanbul. On this one day sightseeing istanbul tour you will see how old meets new when you visit Istanbuls four \"must-see\" historic sites. Formally called Constantinople, Istanbul was the capital of the Roman Empire and Europes wealthiest metropolis, and is now the largest city in Turkey.

Istanbul Tour starts with pick up from istanbul hotels. We first visit Blue Mosque in our istanbul tour.

Blue Mosque: One of the most famous monuments in both the Turkish and Islamic worlds, the Sultan Ahmet Mosque (also known as the Blue Mosque) is a superb creation in the classical Ottoman style in Istanbul. The mosque has six towering minarets and 260 windows illuminating its vast main chamber, which is decorated with more than 20,000 Iznik tiles. After this part of our istanbul tour, we pass to Saint Sophia.

Hagia Sophia: Now a museum, Hagia Sophia was built in the 6th century by the Emperor Justinian, and was one of the largest basilicas in the Christian world. After the Ottoman conquest, it was converted to a mosque and is today one of the most magnificent museums in the world. Take a moment to linger here to admire the fine Byzantine mosaics. (closed on Monday) After this part of our istanbul tour, we pass to Grand Bazaar.

Grand Bazaar: In operation since the 14th century, the Grand Bazaar is one of the worlds largest covered markets, with 58 streets and over 4,000 shops. The bazaar is specially known for its jewelry, leather, pottery, spices and carpets. (closed on Sunday additional time will be spent at the other locations) After this part of our istanbul tour, we stop for lunch.

We go to taste delicious Turkish meals in the midday of istanbul tour. After lunch, we go on istanbul tour with Topkapi Palace.

Topkapi Palace: The largest and oldest palace in the world, Topkapi is the crown jewel of the Ottoman Empire. With its harem (additional cost), treasury and exotic buildings overlooking the Golden Horn, your visit to Topkapi promises to be a truly fascinating experience. (closed on Tuesday) After this part of our istanbul tour, we pass to Suleymaniye Mosque.

Suleymaniye Mosque: Your istanbul tour continues with a visit to the Suleymaniye Mosque, one of the most exquisite Ottoman mosques in Istanbul, built in the 1550s. It is known for its vivid display of Iznic tiles on the walls that are sure to amaze any visitor.

After we visit Suleymaniye Mosque, Istanbul tour ends. We transfer you to your hotels in istanbul after our lovely istanbul tour.

Departure Point: Istanbul Tour departs from centrally located Istanbul hotels
Port / Airport / Bus Terminal Pickup:For passengers arriving / departing Istanbul by cruise ship / plane / bus, a pick up is available for Istanbul tour. If you wish to be picked up, you must advise the line, name, and departure time, at time of Istanbul tour booking.
Please allow 30 minutes from arrival time to meet the Istanbul tour.
Please note, you may be picked up from the points and dropped off at a city hotel or vice versa in Istanbul.

Istanbul Tour Inclusions:

Lunch
Entrance fees
Professional Guide
Hotel pickup and drop off
Transport by air-conditioned coach

Istanbul Tour Exclusions:

Personal expense
Food and drinks, unless specified

Istanbul Tour Additional Info:

Confirmation will be received at time of Istanbul Tour booking
Children 16 years and under must be accompanied by an adult to the Istanbul tour
In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited in Istanbul tour