During your walk through Istanbul’s historic center, you will discover majestic monuments, hidden corners, and colorful city markets where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires intertwine.
Included/Excluded
Services of a licensed Russian-speaking guide
Personal expenses
Lunch/Drinks — we offer a selection of restaurants and dishes for your personal choice
Tour Plan
Itinerary
Event timing may vary
Hagia Sophia – the heart of Constantinople, once the main cathedral of the Christian world and a magnificent mosque. Here you will see unique Byzantine mosaics and learn how the fate of this masterpiece has changed over the millennia.
German Fountain – an elegant neo-Renaissance monument gifted to Istanbul by the German Emperor Wilhelm II.
Sultanahmet Stroll – atmospheric streets of the Old City where the history of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires comes to life.
Basilica Cistern – a mystical underground reservoir with a forest of columns and mysterious Medusa heads, resembling an ancient palace beneath the earth.
Grand Bazaar – one of the largest covered markets in the world. you will walk through its colorful aisles filled with carpets, spices, jewelry, and souvenirs.
Topkapi Palace – the residence of the Ottoman Sultans, housing the empire’s treasures, relics, and legends of Harem life.
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