A HALF DAY WALKING TOUR EXPLORING ISTANBUL'S BYZANTINE HISTORY.
The tour starts at 9.00am and last for approximately 3 hours. Pickup from local hotels is provided as part of the tour. The tour price includes all entry fees and is carried out by a professional guide. 30% discount for children under 7, children under 2 go free of charge.
Tour Program
| St. Sophia – one of the great marvels of architecture, constructed as a Basilica in 6 AD by the Roman Emperor Justinian. |  |
 | The Blue Mosque – facing St. Sophia. Famous for its blue Iznik tiles and unique in that it has 6 minarets. Built in the name of Sultan Ahmet. |
| The Hippodrome – center for sporting (chariot races, athletics) events and political activity in the old city. |  |
 | Turkish & Islamic Arts Museum – A major collection of Turkish and Islamic artifacts. |
| The Grand Covered Bazaar – the most attractive shopping center and the biggest covered "souk" in the world with nearly 4000 shops specializing in antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets and leather wear. |  |
St.Sophia is closed on Mondays, the tour will instead visit the Basilica Cistern. The Blue Mosque is closed on Fridays, the tour will instead visit Little Hagia Sophia Mosque. The Grand Covered Bazaar is closed on Sunday.
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