Byzantine and Ottoman Relics of Istanbul
Pick up from the lobby of your hotel.
Drive along the Marmara Sea, and cross the Galata Bridge as you head into the old city.
Visit the following places with your Istanbul tour guide:
St. Sophia Church: the magnificent Byzantine church of all time, and one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.
Blue Mosque: one of the biggest mosques in Istanbul, dating from 17th-century architecture. This mosque is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul.
Hippodrome: the former centre of sportive and political activities in Constantinople. See the Obelisk from Egypt, the Serpentine Column from Delphi, and the Fountain of Wilhelm II.
Topkapı Palace: the former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Today, it is a spectacular museum with one of the largest collections of Chinese and Japanese porcelain, along with other famous treasures of the ancient royal family.
Grand Bazaar: in addition to its historical importance, this bazaar will tempt even non-shoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather, and souvenirs.
Return to the hotel.
