Istanbul Old City And Bosphorus Tour | La Vacanza Travel

Istanbul Old City And Bosphorus Tour

Duration: 12 hours
Destination: Turkiye, Turkiye, Istanbul
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  • 12 hours
  • Istanbul
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Experience Istanbul’s rich history with the Istanbul Old City and Bosphorus tour. This Tour will take you through the city’s most remarkable landmarks and immerse you in the captivating allure of Constantinople. In just 12 hours, you can explore the historical epochs of Istanbul and embrace the ancient vibes of Romans, Byzantines, and Ottomans.

This Tour is ideal for all travelers, whether you’re here for business or leisure. You will visit the Suleymaniye Mosque, one of the most important mosques in history and a historical landmark of the old city of Istanbul, as well as other iconic sites.

Take advantage of this chance to witness the magnificent beauty of Istanbul! Secure your spot today and embark on a remarkable journey through the city’s varied and contrasting landscape.

Discover the sights, relish the flavors, and indulge in the distinct charm of Istanbul – the city that links two continents.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Suleymaniye Mosque, Prof. SIddIk Sami Onar Cd. No:1 Süleymaniye Mah, Istanbul 34116 Turkiye

Our first destination is the Süleymaniye Mosque, offering one of the best views of Istanbul. The Süleymaniye Mosque is an architectural masterpiece designed by the renowned Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan during the 16th century.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Saint Stephen’s Orthodox Church, Balat, Mürselpaşa Cd., 34087 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

Later, we visit Saint Stephen’s Orthodox Church in Istanbul, also known as the Bulgarian Iron Church, a historic and unique church constructed entirely of iron in the late 19th century.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Venerable Patriarchal Church of Saint George, Yavuz Sultan Selim, Dr. Sadık Ahmet Cd. No:19, 34083 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

Next, we head to The Patriarchal Church of Saint George, situated in Istanbul, a significant religious site for the Greek Orthodox community, serving as the principal church of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Balat, Istanbul Turkiye

Then We go to Balat and Fener, two historic neighborhoods in Istanbul renowned for their vibrant atmosphere, colorful houses, and rich cultural heritage, including significant religious and ethnic diversity.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Sultanahmet District, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye

In the Fatih district, one of the oldest and most significant Muslim districts, we will have lunch that includes authentic Turkish food, a typical dessert, tea, and a non-alcoholic drink of your choice. You can enjoy a fantastic panoramic view of the old city.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Hagia Sophia Mosque, Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya MeydanI No:1, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye

We continue our Tour and stop at the Hagia Sophia, an iconic landmark in Istanbul. It is a marvel of Byzantine architecture, renowned for its majestic dome and rich history spanning over 1,500 years as a church, museum, and mosque.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Hippodrome, Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet ParkI No:2, Istanbul Turkiye

Moving from Hagia Sophia to the next destination, we will also see The Hippodrome of Constantinople, once the heart of Byzantine social and political life, featuring ancient monuments such as the Obelisk of Theodosius and the Serpent Column.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: The Blue Mosque, Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:10, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

After that, you will find yourself inside The Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, which has beautiful architecture. Visitors can marvel at the intricate interior and stunning architecture once they have entered.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Egyptian Bazaar, Rüstem Paşa, 34116 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

At the end of our bus trip, we go to The Spice Bazaar, also known as the Egyptian Bazaar, a bustling market in Istanbul where visitors can explore a myriad of aromatic spices, teas, Turkish delights, and other exotic goods.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye

The tour will continue with the bypass of the Asian side of the Bosphorus for 1-Hour. During the trip, you’ll pass the most historical tourist attractions, such as Dolmabahce Palace, Ciragan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Bosphorus Bridge, Rumeli Fortress, and Beylerbeyi Palace. In addition, you will also get to see some historical landmarks from a distance, such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Maiden Tower, and Galata Tower.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye

The tour will bypass the European side of the Bosphorus for 1-Hour. During the trip, you’ll pass the most historical tourist attractions, such as Dolmabahce Palace, Ciragan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Bosphorus Bridge, Rumeli Fortress, and Beylerbeyi Palace. You will also see some historical landmarks from a distance, such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Maiden Tower, and Galata Tower.

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions
  • Coffee and/or Tea - On Boat
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Free WIFI On Boat
  • Lunch

Exclusions
  • Personal Expenses
  • Tips
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
We will pick up all customers one hour before the tour starts.


Departure Time

08:30 AM

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

12 hours


User's Reviews

ferzendec

04 Sep, 2023

Boat tour was wonderful and staff was very friendly and they helped us a lot thanks to the company we did enjoy

ann302530

03 Jul, 2023

It's the common bosphorus cruise enjoyable for 1st timers....only dark spot is the toilet, the state was deplorable, bad smell.

Malcolm_B

25 Jun, 2023

Enjoyable cruise. Had to wait 30 mins in a car park basic cafe for boat. Toilets dirty on the boat. Not long enough 1 hour stop for lunch. Just worth it.

saaida2023

18 Jun, 2023

Highly recommend this agency, friendly and believe me their guy Ibrahim made my day. He was an expert talker and very friendly

ahmadbU1965EP

15 Jun, 2023

A great value of time and money spent on the trip. Thanks for the advice by Mr Ibrahim AL Masri Take care

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Istanbul by bus and boat

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Most beautiful tour

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Excellent service from Mahfoud, affordably priced tour

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