What You Will Do
Istanbul is very chaotic and going through a well-thought city route that covers a lot of good spots both hidden and must-see ones is a great opportunity to make. It would save a great time for the visitor and also localize the experience. You can learn a lot about the current news, trends, culture which might be broader and more open-minded that what you could find available on a blog post or a old time youtube vlog.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
we are meeting in front of the entrance of the Gulhane Park on Alemdar Street.
1
Hagia Sophia Mosque
1 hour
We will learn about Hagia Sophia, which was an imperial worship place both for Islam and Christianity. No admission fee.
2
Basilica Cistern
45 minutes
We will visit the biggest water reservoir of Roman Empire: Basilica Cistern. I will provide fast track entrance for you. Entrance fee is 300 lira for foreign tourists. This price is not included to the service.
3
Hippodrome
30 minutes
At Hippodrome Area we will learn about the culture and entertainment hub of Roman and Ottoman Empire and also learn the background story of the interesting monuments such as Serpent Column and Obelisk of Theodosius.
4
Blue Mosque
45 minutes
This 17th-century mosque is worth to pay visit to get familiar with religion of Islam. It a complex of tomb, school and market place 'Arasta Bazaar' with small street full of little shops. There is a great variety of goods to buy great souvenirs. No admission fee for the mosque. It is suitable to carry a scarf to cover the head during the visit.
5
Tamara Restaurant
45 minutes
We will have our lunch here. Lunch expenses are on you.
6
Kutlugün Sokak
10 minutes
Hidden Gem > We are discovering underground Istanbul, here we will see the remains of the Great Roman Palace under a cafe.
7
Topkapi Palace
2 hours
This visit to the 15th-century palace is very telling to understand the life and culture during Ottoman Empire that took Istanbul from Romans in 1453 and ruled until the foundation of Republic of Turkey in 1923.
There are 2 options here. You can either visit only the general palace or also harem section.
Topkapı Palace General Section Fee > 500 Lira
Topkapı Palace + Harem Section Fee > 650 Lira
8
Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
10 minutes
Spice Bazaar is another extention of the Grand Bazaar, which is also very impressive to visit.
9
Grand Bazaar
1 hour
This is the most colorful stop on the route. A lot. of shopping, tasting, and photo-shooting awaits you here with the history of trade in Istanbul. If you are fond of old books, pictures, images, or calligraphy here you can find amazing stuff to buy. This is a historical market of books.
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