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Istanbul Literature Tour

Small Group
Digital
180 minutes
English

Literature is a crucial gateway to understanding any society. If you're interested in gaining a deeper insight into Turkish society, let's explore its literary works together.

  1. Begin your journey with a traditional Turkish tea at Caferağa Medresesi – a historic 300-year-old Islamic school.

  2. Explore the Ahmet Hamdi Tanpınar Museum Library, dedicated to one of Turkey’s most celebrated authors, and immerse yourself in the literary history of Turkish literature.

  3. Uncover the mystery of Istanbul through the eyes of Agatha Christie as you visit iconic landmarks like the Orient Express Train Station and the renowned Pera Palace Hotel.

  4. Stroll across the Galata Bridge, taking in the breathtaking views of Istanbul’s skyline and its unique position as a city that spans two continents, Europe and Asia.

  5. Engage in enriching discussions about Turkish literature, its cultural significance, and the timeless stories that have shaped the city’s literary landscape.

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Istanbul Literature Tour

FromNZD $398.22Per Person

What's included in Istanbul Literature Tour

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

Caferaga Medresesi

A 300 years old Muslim school where we will start our tour while sipping our teas.

Ahmet Hamdi TanpInar Edebiyat Muze Kutuphanesi

A visit to the Ahmet Hamdi Tanpınar Library Museum, where you can immerse yourselves in the literary legacy of this influential figure.

Sirkeci Station

The glamour and rich history of the Orient Express has frequently lent itself to the plot of books and films and as the subject of television documentaries. Murder on the Orient Express (1934), one of the most famous works by Agatha Christie, takes place on the Simplon Orient Express. The story brings us back to 1930s, when Orient Express is stopped by heavy snowfall. A murder is discovered, and Poirot’s trip home to London from the Middle East is interrupted to solve the case. The opening chapters of the novel take place primarily in Istanbul. The rest of the novel takes place in Yugoslavia, with the train trapped between Vinkovci and Brod.

Inclusions

  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Meet

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting Points

  • Alman Çeşmesi (German Fountain) is a minute far from the Sultan Ahmet tramway station on foot.

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Operator

LOCAL EYES ISTANBUL