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Home » Turkey Daily Tours » Istanbul Daily Tours   Istanbul Classics Afternoon ISTANBUL CLASSICS IN HALF A DAY A morning tour at the Old City where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled. St. Sophia, one of the greatest marvels of architecture constructed as a basilica in 536 by Emperor Justinian - (Closed on Mondays; replaced with a visit to the St. Chora Museum); Blue Mosque, facing St. Sophia, famous with its more than 20.000 blue Iznik tiles and unique with its 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet in the 17th century, one of the best examples of classical Turkish art; Hippodrome, the scene of Byzantine chariot races, athletic events, victory celebrations, and political activities of the old city where one can also see today the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi, the Fountain of Wilhelm II and the Colossus; the marvelous Underground Cistern. Return to the hotel .   ISTDT007 Private Tour: Please Select...2pax pp (+$70.00) 1pax pp (+$125.00) 3pax pp (+$50.00) 4pax pp (+$40.00) 5pax pp (+$30.00) Email Friend Price: Private Tour ONLY! Please click on the picture for per person price details.   « Previous | Next »

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Istanbul City Information

Istanbul is the only city in the world built on two continents. Its vital strategic location and enchanting natural beauty have determined its fate. It has long been coveted by powerful empires, and served as the capital first to Byzantium and then to the Ottoman Empire.

The Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii)

The Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii) is the most famous mosque in the city, built in the early 17th century, distinguished by six slender minarets and walls covered with amazing blue Iznik tiles. Open every day except during prayer times.

Haghia Sophia

Haghia Sophia the Church of Holy Wisdom, undoubtedly one of the greatest architectural creations in the world. Built by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian circa AD 535, it was transformed into a mosque after the Ottoman conquest of the city in 1453. Now a museum, it is awesome in size, and contains beautifully preserved Byzantine mosaics. An absolute must. Open 09:30¬16:30. Closed on Mondays.

Kariye Museum

Kariye Museum (The Church of St. Saviour in Chora) is a legendary Byzantine church decorated with extraordinary late l4th century frescoes and mosaics portraying the life and miracles of Christ. It has the most important and extensive series of Byzantine paintings in the city and among the most significant in the world. Open 09:30-16:30. Closed on Wednesdays.