Blue Mosque known also as Sultan Ahmet Mosque was built in the 17th century by Ottoman Empire Sultan Ahmet the first. It is called the blue mosque because of the exquisite blue tiles decorating its interior. Sultan Ahmet Mosqu...
Hippodrome Square was the sporting and social center of old
Byzantium, held 100,000 spectators. It was also an arena for chariot races and
other entertainment. It has also got structures such as Kaiser Wilhelm II
Fountain,35 000 years old Egyptian Obelisk, Serpent Column, and Constantine
Porphyrogenitus.
Topkapı Palace meaning Connon Gate was built in 1478 by the
sultan Mehmet II. It was the principal residence of early and mid-era Ottoman
Sultans and the center of administration of the Ottoman Empire for almost 400
years. Baghdad Kiosk, Holy Relics, and the Kitchen Section including one of the
world’s finest collections of Chinese celadon ceramics and Harem the palace
which was forbidden to anyone except the Sultan are some important parts to see
in the palace.
Hagia Sophia was built in 537 by eastern Roman emperor
Justinian I. It is the oldest cathedral in the world and famous for its massive
dome. Hagi Sophia meaning 'Holy Wisdom' is considered that it is changed the
history of architecture. Its Stones, doors had brought from the older temples
and churches at that time. Hagia Sofia was built as a church and then it is
used for a mosque in ottoman time, a museum in Turkish republic time for a
while and after 2020 it has been using as a mosque again.
The Spice Bazaar (Mısır Çarşısı) meaning 'Egyptian Bazaar'
because of the spices bringing Egypt is one of the largest and oldest covered
bazaars in Istanbul. It was built in the 17th century. The bazaar has been the
center for spice trade in Istanbul, However, in recent years shops of other
types are gradually replacing the sellers of spices. Spice Bazaar has a total
of 85 shops selling spices, jewelry, souvenirs, textile products, Turkish
delight, and other sweets, and dried fruits and nuts.
Bosphorus cruise tour is one of the best ways to discover
the magnificent beauties of Istanbul over the sea. It takes about one and a
half-hour.
PICK UP TIME:04:00; DROP OFF TIME:23:00
When you book an air tour, it works 100% prepayment!
Children from 0-2 years old cost $ 100
PRICE INCLUDES:
-Hotel pick up/drop off and all transfers
-Domestic flight tickets from Antalya airport to Istanbul
-Professional guide
-Lunch
-Dinner
-Bosphorus cruise
OPTIONAL EXTRAS:
-Drinks
-Personel expenses
-The entrance fee of Harem Department of Topkapi Palace
ADDITIONAL INFO &
TIPS:
*This tour is not recommended for people having walking
difficulty
*You have to take your passport with you.
*You can wear depending on seasonal conditions. Istanbul is
usually cooler than Alanya.