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GuruWalk Original
Free tour

The tour of ISTANBUL Old City; Byzantine and Ottoman Tales

4.96
Excellent (2185 ratings)
Duration: 3 hours
Languages: English
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Registered on 05 October 2019
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We are a group of licensed, English speaking tour guides who works with History Travel. We were born and raised in Istanbul. We combine our experience in the field with our endless passion for our beloved city to create the best experience for tourists from all over the world. Do not miss our tour for a fantastic walking experience in Istanbul.
Free booking and cancellation
Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

☆☆☆ PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION BELOW BEFORE BOOKING THE TOUR ☆☆☆

"A rollercoaster journey from mosques to crowded markets, it is a fantastic way to see Istanbul" said one of our clients in the past.
We invite you to discover one of the most amazing cities on earth. This gorgeous city has many interesting stories to be told. Listen it's stories while exploring old town in this walking tour.

Discover the Roman Hippodrome, see the famous Blue Mosque,  Haseki Hürrem Baths and iconic Hagia Sophia from outside and awaken your senses at Egyptian Bazaar. Get suprised by the hidden gems, columns and cisterns.  Learn the culture and customs and see Istanbul from a local's eye.

The route;


- The Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
- Hippodrome area
- Obelisk of Theodosius
- Snaked Column
- The Walled Obelisk
- German Fountain
- Blue Mosque
- Haseki Hurrem Baths
- Hagia Sophia
- Basilica Cistern
- Soğukçeşme Street
- Gulhane Park (the garden of Topkapı Palece)
- The street of Historical Restaurants of Hocapasa
- Egyptian Bazaar (Spice Market) - inner visit
- The New Mosque
- Eminönü District with views of Suleymaniye Mosque and Galata Tower.



Are you ready to fall in love with Istanbul?


IMPORTANT NOTES:


RESERVATION IS REQUIRED  because we have a limited space in our tours for a better experience.

Please provide a whatsapp number or a valid e-mail adress that you regularly check.

We designed this tour for solo travelers, couples, small groups and families. Big group reservations(more than 6 people  including kids) are not accepted even in seperate bookings.

No interior visits during the tour except Egyptian Bazaar.

We end up the tour in front of the EGYPTIAN BAZAAR in Eminönü Square.

The tour is only in ENGLISH.

Our tours are conducted by professional and licensed tour guides, and it's totally free to book and join the group. Considering that these tours are our guide's full time job to make a living, we recommend rewarding the guide minimum 10 € \ 10 $ \ 350 Turkish Liras per person for her\his job.


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Binbirdirek, Atmeydanı Cd. No:46, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey
In front of the Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts. The guide will carry a BLUE FLAG.
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Outside visit
The museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
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Outside visit
Obelisk of Theodosius
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Outside visit
The Serpentine Column
Tour map

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour Reviews

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4.98
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4.76
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4.95
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4.92
Route
4.89

Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum Attendees
Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.
Additional Costs
The tour does not require payment for tickets or additional expenses.
Free Cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment Methods
Cash payment only.

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