Semi Private - Constantinople Tour of Istanbul: Discovering the Byzantine Empire

3.1 (7 reviews) Istanbul, Turkey
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Duration3h
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LanguagesGerman, English, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Walk back to history
Discover the splendor of Byzantine Istanbul, the ancient city of Constantinople, on this fascinating 3-hour history tour led by an expert guide. The empire that kick-started Christianity in Turkey (around 330 AD) spawned a rich legacy of religious monuments and architecture, and you’ll see the best examples of these on your tour. Visit a shrine to the Holy Virgin at the Church of St Mary of Blachernae, explore the ruins of ancient Blachernae Palace, walk around the Walls of Constantinople, and more!

What's included

  • Professional guide
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel drop-off

What to expect

  1. Halic
    Pass by
    Natural naval harbour of the Byzantines named as Golden Horn because of its hornlike shape and golden reflection of the glittering waves under sunshine when viewed from the hill tops.
  2. Venerable Patriarchal Church of St. George
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Visit the Patriarchate at Fener which is the seat of Orthodox Christianity since Constantine The Great’ s declaration of Christianity as the religion of Roman Empire.
  3. The Walls of Istanbul
    Pass by
    Byzantine City Walls surrounded the Acropolis of Byzantium with 22 kms. long fortification with 96 towers and 9 main gates dating back to the 5th century.
  4. Patriarchate Of Constantinople
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Visit the Patriarchate at Fener which is the seat of Orthodox Christianity since Constantine The Great’ s declaration of Christianity as the religion of Roman Empire.
  5. Tekfur Sarayi
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Tekfur Palace (from outside) built in the 12th century adjacent to the city walls. The only surviving pavillion of the Blachernae Palace.
  6. Chora Museum
    1h · Admission ticket included
    St. Savior in Chora (Kariye Museum), originally a Byzantine monastery with fantastic mosaics and frescoes portraying scenes from the bible, the life and miracles of Jesus.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please be ready in front of Tamara Restaurant at 13:15 and look for blue and white Midibus/Minivan with the logo of Plan Tours and Gray Line

End point

Please be ready in front of Tamara Restaurant at 13:15 and look for blue and white Midibus/Minivan with the logo of Plan Tours and Gray Line

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please note: When reconfirming your booking, your local supplier will advise you on alternative meeting points for hotels which are not accessible

Cancellation policy

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

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