Overlooking Views of Istanbul Private Tour
The tour begins with Çamlıca Hill, which is located within the borders of Üsküdar district, on the Asian Side of Istanbul, near the first suspension bridge. The next spot is the famous Galata Tower. It was built in the 14th century by the Genoese colony as part of the defense wall surrounding their district at Galata, directly opposite ancient Constantinople. Suleymaniye Mosque is a great location that one should visit while in Istanbul. It was built on the order of Sultan Süleyman and constructed by the great Ottoman architect Sinan in the 16th century. During the Ottoman era, Thé imperial mosques were built as mosque complexes, functioning as a foundation for the district to serve religious and cultural needs. In the garden behind the mosque is a terrace offering lovely views of the Golden Horn. The last stop will be Topkapı Palace, home of the Ottoman Sultan and the administration center. It is now a museum and one of the most visited places in Istanbul.
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Overlooking Views of Istanbul Private Tour
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Camlica Hill
The tour begins with Çamlıca Hill, which is located within the borders of Üsküdar district, on the Asian Side of Istanbul, near the first suspension bridge. Çamlıca, a place with two hills overlooking the Bosphorus and the Marmara Sea, is one of the highest and most charming spots in the city. The Hill is also one of the best locations in Istanbul where the migrating birds can be observed. Bird-watchers from all around the worldwide come here, especially in September and October, to watch the birds. Admission fee: 250 TRY/ per person
Galata Tower
The next spot is the famous Galata Tower, one of the oldest and the highest towers of Istanbul. It was built in the 14th century by the Genoese colony as part of the defense wall surrounding their district at Galata directly opposite ancient Constantinople. The Genoese were involved in trade with The Byzantines and the tower was used for the surveillance of the harbor in the Golden Horn. Hezarfen Ahmet Çelebi copied bird wings and studied air flows, and he jumped from the Tower and overflew the Bosphorus finally landed at Üsküdar on the Asian side, around 6 kilometers in distance. Admission fee: 175 TRY/per person
Suleymaniye Mosque
Suleymaniye Mosque is a great location that one should visit while in Istanbul. It was built on the order of Sultan Süleyman and constructed by the great Ottoman architect Sinan in the 16th century. During the Ottoman era, Thé imperial mosques were built as mosque complexes and functioned as a foundation for the district, to serve both religious and cultural needs. In the garden behind the mosque is a terrace offering lovely views of the Golden Horn.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional tour guide experience in various languages
- Drinks and lunch
- All personal expenses
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please arrive at the pick up point 60 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Please be informed kindly that you are required to contact your agency, Travelium, at least 24 hours in advance in order to confirm excursion. If you have book this activity less than 24 hours prior to the scheduled time, please contact us immediately after booking to confirm your excursion. Please bear in mind, you will be asked to present your printed voucher and photo ID when you meet with your guide.
