Istanbul City Tour W/ Fast Track Basilica Cistern W/ Small Group
Discover the timeless beauty and rich history of Istanbul with our Sultanahmet Tour, where we immerse you in the heart of the city's historic district.
All tours have a maximum of 12 to 13 people.
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Istanbul City Tour W/ Fast Track Basilica Cistern W/ Small Group
What's included in Istanbul City Tour W/ Fast Track Basilica Cistern W/ Small Group
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Hippodrome
The Hippodrome of Constantinople, now Istanbul, was an ancient chariot racing arena built in the 3rd century and later expanded. It was a major center of Byzantine public life, with notable remnants including the Egyptian Obelisk and the Serpentine Column. Our guide will provide detailed information to the guests here, offer some free time for photos, and then proceed to the next destination.
Blue Mosque
The Blue Mosque, or Sultan Ahmed Mosque, is an iconic Ottoman-era mosque in Istanbul, renowned for its striking blue tiles and six minarets. Completed in 1616, it remains a significant religious and historical landmark. Our guide will provide detailed information to the guests here, offer some free time for photos, and then proceed to the next destination.
Basilica Cistern
The Basilica Cistern, also known as the Yerebatan Sarnıcı, is an ancient underground water storage facility in Istanbul. Built in the 6th century during the reign of Emperor Justinian I, it features 336 marble columns and can hold up to 80,000 cubic meters of water, serving as a crucial water source for the city during Byzantine times. Our guide will provide detailed information to the guests here, offer some free time for photos, and then proceed to the next destination.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Entrance fee
- Live Guide available in English
- Lunch
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- We will meet at the Hippodrome in front of the İslamic Art Museum so close to Egyptian Obelisk. Our company will be in touch with you by WhatsApp during the process.
End Points
- Our tour will end at the Spice Bazaar. From here, guests can easily take the tram or continue to enjoy the rest of their day exploring the bazaar.
