Private tour in Istanbul Mehmet D

Pricing Details
Base cost of tour
  • $ 590 USD

Private Tour: Istanbul's Holy Mosaic: A Guided Exploration of Religious Heritage with Chora Church - Private Van with A/C

Tour #1285586
Pricing Details
Base cost of tour

up to 8 people

7 hours

Private transportation

Party Size:

1

Overview of your Istanbul tour:

Experience an unforgettable journey through Istanbul's religious treasures with the comfort of a luxury van with A/C. We first visit Suleymaniye Mosque (1557), admire its grandeur. The largest mosque of Istanbul built during Ottoman times. Step into the mesmerizing world of Chora Church, where the walls come alive with the breathtaking beauty of Byzantine mosaics and history whispers in every delicate detail. Trace the formidable Walls (22 km) of Constantinople from 4th and 5th centuries, in Yedikule. We explore the Golden Horn's historic waterfront, discover Balat's bohemian charm and stroll through streets among Jewish heritage (15-20th century) such as synagogues and other historic buildings. In Fener, we visit Church of St. George, the most sacred church of the Orthodox World, also known as "Primus inter pares". Also, we step inside the Bulgarian St. Stephen Church, famously known as the Iron Church. We conclude at the Spice Market, tasting the best Turkish Delight under aromatic essence of diverse

Your Istanbul tour itinerary

We focus on the religious heritage in Istanbul in this tour. - Suleymaniye Mosque (Suleiman the Magnificent) -Chora Church (closed on Fridays) - Walls of Constantinople - Golden Horn - Balat Neighbourhood (Former Jewish District) - Fener Neighbourhood (Church of St. George: the main patriarchate of the Orthodox World) - Spice Market * Lunch/coffee break upon request. * There is a dress code to visit mosques and appropriate clothes can be provided at the entrance free of charge. * The itinerary is flexible, for any changes please let me know.

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Transportation Details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van

Luxury van with A/C. (Mercedes Vito or Mercedes Sprinter) We can pick you up from pier or your hotel. *Feel free to contact me if you want to be picked up from airport

What's included
  • Private Guide
  • Private Transportation With Driver
What's extra
  • Food Drinks Snacks
  • Tickets: Walls Of Constantinople (Yedikule) - 200TL, Chora Church - 20 €(Euro)
Meeting location

İstanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye

Hotel, Cruise Ship Port (Galataport)

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
Languages
Fluent

English

Fluent

French

Fluent

Turkish

Conversational

Portuguese

Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility

Kid Friendly

Book with a 20% deposit!

Size:

up to 8 people

Duration:

7 hours

Transportation:

Private transportation

Party Size:

1

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$ 590 USD

Book with a 20% deposit!

Size:

up to 8 people

Duration:

7 hours

Transportation:

Private transportation

Party Size:

1

Select tour date
Select tour start time

View our Cancellation policy

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