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This is just a sample itinerary. If wished customized itineraries can be prepared to suit your time and interests. At 8:30 we start the day from your hotel and visit the places in the order as numbered, unless wished otherwise.
1. Roman Hippodrome, the political and recreational heart of the Roman and Byzantine Constantinople.
2. Blue Mosque the most beautiful mosques in the city, adorned with six minarets and graceful interior tiles. You are advised to visit the Blue Mosque first then the Hippodrome because the mosque gets very crowded with the cruise ships groups, and remember also time restrictions due to prayers hours. Be warned: dress code !
These two places will take about three quarters of your time. For the mosque entry please remember that you have to abide with the dress code rules. Next on the list we have the two most important museums of Istanbul, namely Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace .
3. Hagia Sophia, the greatest achievement of the East Roman architects. With Hagia Sophia they changed the dimensions and the style of the Roman Architecture. The monument remained unrivalled for almost 1000 years. You are advised to start with the upper gallery first. Be informed: closed on Mondays !
If you wish we sit for refreshments at a lovely Ottoman styled cafe before the next visit.
4. Underground Cistern , another master piece of the East Romans. Be informed: open 7 days a week
At about 1: 30 we sit for lunch at one of the authentic restaurants in the area.
5. Topkapi Palace, residential and administrative palace of the Ottoman Dynasty for almost 400 years. After the mid 19th C the dynasty moved to Dolmabahce Palace, one of the newly built waterfront palaces which housed the imperial family and its administrative offices. Be informed: closed on Tuesdays !
After Topkapi Palace we will have completed the museums part of our tour.
6. Grand Bazaar, next is the leisurely city walking and shopping. We may visit the ever popular Grand Bazaar (closed on Sundays). City walking may be extended to cover the Spice Market or another interesting highlight in the city. After absorbing so much you may need the peace and tranquility of an authentic water-pipe cafe (nargile place) where you will find some living traces of the Ottoman social life.
Following options are available for those who have extra days in Istanbul
Bosphorus, this should be one of the musts of Istanbul visits. Sailing along the Bosphorus, viewing 19th C palaces and Ottoman-Victorian villages is well worth.
Dolmabahce Palace one of the most elegant palaces of Europe. Be warned: closed on Mondays and Thursdays !
Also you need to make reservations in advance.
Suleymaniye mosque, larger and more impressive than the Blue Mosque. Be warned: Closed to visitors due to restoration works.
Princess Islands, resort islands off the coast of Istanbul in the sea of Marmara. These islands are only one hour boat trip away from the city. They are characterized by Victorian-era houses and are free of motor vehicles. So walking, cycling, or taking a horse-driven carriage tours are among the popular activities.
Turkish & Islamic Arts Museum, a treasure-house of 1000 years of fine art. Located facing the Blue Mosque on the Hippodrome side.
Seven Towers, a group of medieval towers integrated with the Theodosian walls, used as prison in imperial times.
Beyoglu, all time popular district of Istanbul. It still reflects the romance of 19th-century Istanbul.
Rumeli Fortress, a massive fortification commanding waters of the Bosphorus, built in 1452 before the conquest.
Be warned: closed on Wednesdays ! opening hrs. 09:30-16:30
Camlica Hill, where you can have an excellent panoramic view of the whole city.
Pierre Loti Hill, a popular site where Pierre Loti often visited, a very good view of the city
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In Istanbul, world famous Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the Harem of Ottomans, and the Blue Mosque are among the most important sites you will see over a day tour. After the museums you may decide to stroll through the streets of Istanbul, or visit the most popular shopping complex, the Grand Bazaar.
If you do contact me in time we can plan ahead your tour in accordance with your personal interests.
All tours are conducted under a license.
A very warm welcome from me for your tours in Istanbul and also in the provinces all over Turkey.
Yildiz Kocaoglu
professional guide
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Dear Ram
Barbara & I would like to say an enormous Thank You for the wonderful day in Istanbul we shared with you.
Your knowledge and enthusiasm are amazing, your passion for your city was so obvious, and only reinforced our desire to revisit Istanbul in the future.
Whist touring the city we never felt rushed, and you were so attentive. When we were viewing things on our own, you were never out of sight, which made us feel secure.
We will have no hesitation in recommending you, and please feel free to use this message on your website.
Ram you truly are one of Turkeys great treasures.
Kind Regards
Barbara & Peter
Peter Wraith (peterwraith@btinternet.com)
Qualified at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK and licensed by The Ministry of Cultural Affairs, Turkey. License no: 34-001300
A degree holder in history.