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Walking Tour Through The Forgotten Paths of Istanbul

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6 to 8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

You will have the chance to visualize the daily life of The Ottoman Folks covering the route off the beaten path in the old town of Istanbul.

Meet your private tour guide at your hotel or meeting point and start the tour to see the highlights of the unknown Istanbul.

The tour will cover the sites and commercial hubs such as Hippodrome Square, Sogukcesme Street, Caferaga Madrasa, Spice Market, Rustem Pasha Mosque, Buyuk Valide Han, Zincirli Han, and Theodosius Cistern. These are the lesser-known parts of the town which are filled with locals who carry on with their day-to-day activities.

At every stop, your guide will give you a live commentary about the history of the site and its importance to the community of Istanbul or Constantinople, once it is called.

What's Included

  • Private Tour
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Transportation(unless selected)
  • Lunch, Drinks
  • Cistern of Theodosius
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point
Pickup details

The guide can meet guests at their centrally located hotels or the meeting point. Pick-up with a van is only offered if the option is booked.

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Meeting point

Binbirdirek
At Meydanı Caddesi, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Hippodrome

Byzantine Hippodrome / Sultanahmet Square; where chariot races were held in Roman Empire times, Egyptian Column from Byzantine Empire time. Today German Fountain is cornerstone of square.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sogukcesme Sokak (Pass By)

One of Istanbul's most picturesque streets, Sogukcesme Street, is located in the Sultanahmet district. Also, Sogukcesme street is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The nine wooden houses on Sogukcesme Street are used as hotels, and the Roman cistern is used as a restaurant.
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Caferaga Medresesi

The Caferaga Madrasa which has 15 classrooms/exhibition rooms, a big salon and a garden where traditional Turkish handicrafts such as calligraphy, ceramics, jewelry and so forth are taught, made and sold,is located next to the Hagia Sophia.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rustem Pasha Mosque

Is a hidden gem of a mosque that has been thought of as a little Blue Mosque, but without the crowds. It's a little difficult to find, but it's definitely worth the effort - the remarkable beauty of the interior is matched by the sense of discovering a quiet sanctuary in the middle of the city's hectic pace.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)

Spice Market; is a colorful indoor bazaar and has lots of shops offering a variety of products. Some of them are spices, purses, flavored teas, Turkish delight, nuts, as well as ceramics, and small souvenirs. Spice Bazaar is located in Eminonu Square which is the connection place of Bosphorus and Golden Horn.
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1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Buyuk Valide Han

The Büyük Valide Han is Istanbul's largest historic han (caravanserai). The place, which was a form of urban caravanserai, was a common type of commercial structure in Ottoman architecture that offered a variety of jobs such as accommodation for foreign merchants, storage for commodities or trade, housing for artisan workshops, and offices from which to conduct business.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Zincirli Han

Zincirli Han is constructed around a courtyard with a fountain in the centre for washing or purification, as well as numerous stores and workshops. Zincirli Han is one of the most magnificent views to behold. This location is incredibly active and authentic. While artists are at work, the small coffee shop on the corner serves tea and coffee to its clients and interested visitors.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Cistern of Theodosius

The Theodosius Cistern is one of many ancient cisterns of Constantinople that lie beneath the city of Istanbul. In 2018, the previously undiscovered 5th-century cistern opened its doors to visitors.
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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
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The remaining 2 hours and 30 minutes will be allotted for the travel(walk) time between each attractions.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Walking Tour Through The Forgotten Paths of Istanbul?

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). 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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Walking Tour Through The Forgotten Paths of Istanbul?
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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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Private Tour.
  • Professional Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Transportation(unless selected).
  • Lunch, Drinks.
  • Cistern of Theodosius.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Walking Tour Through The Forgotten Paths of Istanbul is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Walking Tour Through The Forgotten Paths of Istanbul will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Private Tour
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Transportation(unless selected)
  • Lunch, Drinks
  • Cistern of Theodosius

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The remaining 2 hours and 30 minutes will be allotted for the travel(walk) time between each attractions.

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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.

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