Small Group Tour of Istanbul Classics Afternoon

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   Hagia Sophia,

   Blue Mosque, Hippodrome Grand Covered Bazaar

   30 minutes•Admission free

2. 2

   Hagia Sophia

   Visit Hagia Sophia, the Church of Divine Wisdom, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian.

   1 hour•Admission not included•See on map

3. 3

   Blue Mosque

   Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue İznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet.

   30 minutes•Admission free•See on map

4. 4

   Hippodrome

   Hippodrome, center of sportive events (chariot races, athletics) and political activities of the old city. Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the onuments decorating the Hippodrome.

   30 minutes•Admission free•See on map

5. 5

   Grand Covered Bazaar, most attractive shopping center and the biggest "souk" in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets, leatherware and souvenir.

   (Art demonstration of handmade Turkish carpets upon request)

   1 hour•Admission free

Meeting point

Please be ready in front of Tamara Restaurant at 13:15 and look for blue and white Midibus/Minivan with the logo of Plan Tours and Gray Line

The map shows Istanbul. The exact meeting point is the address above.Open larger map

Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
• Please note that there may be long waiting times for entry to the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• • Please note that there may be long waiting times for entry to the Blue Mosque • Pick-up is only available for centrally located Istanbul hotels • Free shuttle pick-up is offered between 13:00 and 14:00 (depending on the location of your hotel), and takes 45 to 60 minutes Please provide your hotel information for pick-up. Please call or e-mail Gray Line Turkey at least 24 hours prior to your departure to confirm your tour and pick up time. You may contact Gray Line Turkey at [email protected] or +90 212 234 77 77 - from 7:30 - 18:00

Cancellation and refunds

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

• Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book