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Byzantine & Ottoman Marvels In Half-Day Private Tour

New To The Site! Istanbul, Turkey

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5 to 6 hours (approx.)
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Overview

This half-day Istanbul tour will take you to all the highlights of this magical city. If you want to experience the marvels of Istanbul, this half-day Istanbul sightseeing tour is the perfect option. Tour one of the most famous architectural creations in history, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and the Grand Bazaar.

What's Included

  • Private De-Luxe Transportation
  • All Entrance Fees
  • Travel Excellence Guaranteed!
  • Other services not mentioned
  • Food and drink
  • Personal expenses
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pick up and drop off from centrally located Istanbul hotels or Istanbul Port.

What To Expect

Hagia Sophia Mosque

Turkish Ayasofya, also called Church of the Divine Wisdom, an important Byzantine structure in Istanbul and one of the world’s great monuments. It was built as a Christian church in the 6th century CE (532–537) under the direction of the Byzantine emperor Justinian I. In subsequent centuries it became a mosque(1453) by Sultan Mehmet II., museum(1934), and a mosque again(2020). The building reflects the religious changes that have played out in the region over the centuries, with the minarets and inscriptions of Islam as well as the amazing mosaics of Christianity.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Topkapi Palace

Topkapı Palace Museum, in Istanbul that exhibits the imperial collections of the Ottoman Empire and maintains an extensive collection of books and manuscripts in its library. It is housed in a palace complex that served as the administrative centre and residence of the imperial Ottoman court from about 1478 to 1856. It opened as a museum in 1924, a year after the establishment of the Republic of Turkey. The Topkapı Palace Museum is notable not only for its architecture and collections but also for the history and culture of the Ottoman Empire that it recalls.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Blue Mosque

Blue Mosque is known as the Blue Mosque because of blue tiles surrounding the walls of interior design. Mosque was built between 1609 and 1616 years, during the rule of Ahmed I. just like many other mosques, it also comprises a tomb of the founder, a madrasa and a hospice.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Hippodrome

Hippodrome of Istanbul was built for chariot racing, which was the most important sports of the Byzantines. Nevertheless, it was more than a place for chariot races and other sports activities. The hippodrome was also home to gladiatorial games, official ceremonies, celebrations, protests, torture to the convicts and so on. The word “hippodrome” comes from the Greek hippos (horse) and dromos (way). Hippodrome functioned all in Roman (203-330 A.D.)Byzantine (330-1453 A..D), and Ottoman (1453-1922) periods.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Grand Bazaar

The Grand Bazaar (Turkish: Kapalıçarşı, meaning 'Covered Market) in Istanbul is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in Istanbul, with 61 covered streets and over 4,000 shops.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Byzantine & Ottoman Marvels In Half-Day Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Travel Excellence Guaranteed!
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  • Food and drink
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities (optional)

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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