EXCURSION: Private
EXCURSION TYPE: Cultural, Scenic, Shopping
FOOD/BEVERAGE: Snacks, Bottled Water Included
ACTIVITY LEVEL: Easy
Enjoy the ultimate small group experience on this fascinating Istanbul tour. You’ll visit sites that many travelers often miss. Get the full Istanbul experience by booking this tour.
Art and history buffs will delight in this excursion which takes guests to multiple points of interest, such as the Suleymaniye Mosque, Chora Museum, and Pierre Loti. The mosque is a notable structure of the Ottoman Empire. When it was constructed, it had the highest dome in the area. Unfortunately, wear and tear resulted in the mosque closing for renovations, not reopening until 2010. One of the highlights of this building is the great acoustics, apparent during times of worship and prayer.
At Chora Museum, travelers will have a chance to lay eyes on the 11th-century building and admire the many mosaics and frescoes throughout the structure depicting Jesus Christ and the Virgin Mary. This art dates back to the 14th century and provides a glimpse into works from the historic Byzantine Renaissance.
Next, take a tea break and see where the renowned author Pierre Loti penned his book Aziyade. During your stop at Pierre Loti Cafe, you’ll learn about the author and how he spent his days taking in the beautiful views and writing. Your tour ends with a trip to the Spice Market and Grand Bazaar, where you’ll explore the markets on your own and pick up exotic goods to take back with you.
• Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
• Meeting and assistance by our representative.
• Entrance fees to the monuments.
• Private guide throughout your journey.
• Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
• All Transfers, Sightseeing and Overland drive as per the itinerary by private air-conditioned Transport.
• All taxes.
• Domestic and International Flights.
• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance.
• A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
• Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
• In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
• Sometimes, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
• While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
• Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
