Byzantine Relics Tour / Morning

TOUR ITINERARY

Hippodrome: The former center for entertainment, sports and political activities in the city during the Roman and Byzantine Empires. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.

St.Sophia: The Church of Holy Wisdom, undoubtedly one of the greatest architectural creations in the World used as a mosque during Ottomans and serving as a museum today

Blue Mosque: One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th-century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarets.

Grand Bazaar: The oldest and the largest covered market place in the World with nearly 4.000 shops full of rich collections of carpets, jewelry, leather, and souvenirs.

Closed :

• Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays.
• On Fridays, Little Hagia Sophia Mosque will be visited instead of Blue Mosque; due to quite limited access because of the Friday Prayer.
• On Monday St. Sophia closed, replaced with Underground Cistern.

What is Included in the tour?

• Pick up & drop off from Istanbul City Center Hotels & Cruise Port.
• Transportation with A/C non-smoking deluxe vehicle throughout the trip.
• Professional tour guide licensed by the Ministry of Tourism
• All entrance fees to the archaeological sites and museums, parking and road tolls
• 18% VAT (Value Added Tax)

What is Excluded in the tour?

• Any other expenses not noted in the above-included section
• Tips to guide & driver
• Items of a personal nature
• All kinds of beverages and medical services

Additional Info

• A moderate amount of walking is involved
• Children 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult
• Children: {0 - 2} free, {3 - 7} 30 % discount.