Hagia Sophia, Balat Bosphorus cruise Blue Mosque Pierre Loti Hill

Highlights

Reiseverlauf

1. 1

   Blue Mosque

   The magnificent Blue Mosque, renowned for its 20,000 hand-painted blue Iznik tiles and six elegant minarets. Learn how this architectural masterpiece was commissioned by Sultan Ahmet I and stands as the last great mosque of the Classical Ottoman period.

   30 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

2. 2

   Hippodrome

   The heart of ancient Constantinople at the Hippodrome, once the city’s vibrant social and sporting center. Admire historical monuments including the German Fountain of Wilhelm II, the Bronze Serpentine Column, the Obelisk of Theodosius and the Column of Constantine

   30 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

3. 3

   Hagia Sophia, a 6th-century marvel built by Emperor Justinian as a Greek Orthodox church. Discover the building’s rich history as it transitioned from church to mosque and later into a museum—standing as the world’s largest church for nearly a millennium

   45 Minuten•Eintritt nicht inbegriffen

4. 4

   Grand Bazaar

   Before reaching the Grand Bazaar, enjoy a brief stop at a local shop—an ideal opportunity to pick up authentic souvenirs and handcrafted goods. Then, gather in front of the Grand Bazaar’s main gate to hear fascinating insights about its rich history. Afterward, explore the Grand Bazaar at your own pace. Lose yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the world’s oldest and largest covered market, with 65 bustling streets and over 4,000 shops offering everything from carpets and jewelry to spices, ceramics and more.

   30 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

5. 5

   Sultanahmet

   Free Time for Lunch

   40 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

6. 6

   In the afternoon, board a comfortable coach for a scenic drive along the Golden Horn (We ll pass by without stopping) With your guide narrating the history, spot traditional wooden houses, historic churches, synagogues, mosques and remnants of the ancient Roman Wall.

   20 Minuten•Eintritt frei

7. 7

   Pierre Loti Hill

   We ascent to the Pierre Loti Hill by bus. You can take a photo in this beautiful place with a perfect view of the Golden Horn. This hill got its name from the famous French novelist who lived in Istanbul for a while and wrote his novel "Aziyade"

   40 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

8. 8

   We descent from Pierre Loti Hill by cable car.

   3 Minuten•Eintritt inbegriffen

9. 9

   Eyup Sultan Mosque

   Visit the revered Eyüp Sultan Mosque and the tomb of Abu Ayyub al-Ansari, a close companion of Prophet Muhammad. Learn how this sacred site became the ceremonial location for the coronation of Ottoman sultans, where they were girded with the Sword of Osman at the start of their reigns.

   30 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

10. 10

    Balat

    Continue your tour through the center of Balat, the Istanbul’s most colorful neighborhood. Once home to diverse communities including Ottoman Orthodox Greeks, Jews and Armenians, these districts reflect a rich cultural mosaic. Discover their most iconic landmarks, where centuries of history, religion and architecture come together in a unique atmosphere.

    20 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

11. 11

    Break for rest some minutes & Taste Turkish delight, apple tea etc

    30 Minuten•Eintritt frei

12. 12

    Viaport Marina

    Bosphorus Cruise Enjoy the historical sightseeing from the sea by seeing the Golden horn, Topkapı palace, Dolma Bahçe palace, The Hagia Sophia Mosque, Maiden’s tower, Galata tower, Blue mosque, Ortakoy mosque, and the two continents Europe and Asia with the two Bridges connecting them

    1 Std. 30 Min.•Eintritt inbegriffen•Auf der Karte

Treffpunkt

Front of Buhara 93 Restaurant

Die Karte zeigt Istanbul. Der genaue Treffpunkt ist die Adresse oben.Größere Karte öffnen

Abholung

• Abholung oder Treffen am Startpunkt
• 740 Hotels werden angefahren
• Der Veranstalter meldet sich zur Abholung
• Abholung beginnt 60 Min. vor Abfahrt

Gut zu wissen

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please dress appropriately when entering sacred sites. Participants are advised to wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt. Please bring a scarf to cover head.
• Even though you'll skip the ticket lines, the security checks at the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque are mandatory and cannot be bypassed.
• Hagia Sophia skip-the-line entrance ticket costs €25 and must be paid in cash.
• Morning part of this tour is walking tour
• The Grand Bazaar is closed on religious holidays and Sundays.
• This is a shared transfer with Minibus or Midibus and pick up could be early or late. For each hotel there is a fixed pick-up time. before the tour starts time
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

Stornierung und Erstattung

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• Storniert und voll erstattet, wenn das Wetter es unsicher macht