Istanbul City Tour W/ Fast Track Basilica Cistern W/ Small Group

Meeting Point - Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:46, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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. 

Sultanahmet Square:

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.

Sultanahmet 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.

Caferağa Medresesi:

In here to guest our going to see historical medrese serves as workshop for local calligraphy and Ebru(Paper marbling) etc... Also it is traditional school that you can have some tea, coffee break in the court yart. 

Located in Sultanahmet, Caferağa Medresesi was built in 1559 by Mimar Sinan. Originally an Ottoman school, it now serves as a cultural center showcasing traditional Turkish arts like calligraphy and ceramics. Its peaceful courtyard offers a quiet retreat in the heart of the city.

Egyptian Bazaar:

In here our guests can follow our guide for some shopping and information about the bazaar. Also guests can have their own free time in here. 

The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is one of the world’s largest and oldest markets, with over 4,000 shops selling everything from carpets and jewelry to spices. It’s a vibrant, historic destination offering a unique cultural shopping experience.