Eyup, Pierre Loti Hill, and Kariye Museum: Guided Day Tour from Istanbul

4.9 (9 reviews) Istanbul, Turkey
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Duration5h - 7h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
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Overview

Beat the crowds of Sultanahmet and discover a new side of Istanbul on this small-group 8-hour tour of Eyup, Pierre Loti Hill, and the Golden Horn. You'll visit the Eyup cemetery, Pierre Loti Hill, the Kariye Museum (Chora Church), the Ecumenical Orthodox Patriarchate, and the Suleymaniye Mosque, and pick up bags of local color along the way.

What's included

  • Hotel drop-off
  • Local guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Lunch and drink
  • Hotel pick up (Please put your full details so we can pick you from hotel depending on group size)

What to expect

  1. Misir Carsisi
    20m
    With your guide you will walk through this 400 years old market and listen to the stories of the shops, shop owners and the customers.Feel free to go in shops and enjoy the flavors that the market offers
  2. Chora Museum
    1h · Admission ticket included
    You will be facinated with the frescos and the mosaics which are supposed to be the best ones of the late Roman era. Your guide will explain the history of the Church and the meanings of the frescos during your visit.
  3. Halic
    25m
    The Golden Horn is the reason for the existence of Constantinople. It is not just harbor of the city. There are more... You will hear them all from your guide.
  4. Suleymaniye Mosque
    25m · Admission ticket included
    Sultan Suleyman was lucky to have an architect like Sinan. And Sinan, thanks to Suleyman, was lucky to have an endless budget in front of him. So, Suleymaniye Mosque was built. You will enjoy the stories of Sİnan and Suleyman here.
  5. Eyup
    1h
    Even though Eyup is a sacred place for Muslims now, it was always a sacred place since pagan eras. Today, you will take a cable car to Pier Loti Hill for breath taking Golden Horn view. Then you will visit Eyup Mosque and 600 years old Ottoman cemetery.
  6. Pierre Loti
    15m · Admission ticket included
    The best place to watch Golden Horn where you can also enjoy a cup of Turkish coffee.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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