Walking Tour Through The Forgotten Paths of Istanbul [11522P32]
You will have the chance to visualize the daily life of The Ottoman Folks covering the route off the beaten path in the old town of Istanbul.
Meet your private tour guide at your hotel or meeting point and start the tour to see the highlights of the unknown Istanbul.
The tour will cover the sites and commercial hubs such as Hippodrome Square, Sogukcesme Street, Caferaga Madrasa, Spice Market, Rustem Pasha Mosque, Buyuk Valide Han, Zincirli Han, and Theodosius Cistern. These are the lesser-known parts of the town which are filled with locals who carry on with their day-to-day activities.
At every stop, your guide will give you a live commentary about the history of the site and its importance to the community of Istanbul or Constantinople, once it is called.
Meet your private tour guide at your hotel or meeting point and start the tour to see the highlights of the unknown Istanbul.
The tour will cover the sites and commercial hubs such as Hippodrome Square, Sogukcesme Street, Caferaga Madrasa, Spice Market, Rustem Pasha Mosque, Buyuk Valide Han, Zincirli Han, and Theodosius Cistern. These are the lesser-known parts of the town which are filled with locals who carry on with their day-to-day activities.
At every stop, your guide will give you a live commentary about the history of the site and its importance to the community of Istanbul or Constantinople, once it is called.
ADDITIONAL INFO
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The remaining 2 hours and 30 minutes will be allotted for the travel(walk) time between each attractions.
INCLUDED
- Private Tour
- Professional Tour Guide
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation(unless selected)
- Lunch, Drinks
CANCELLATION POLICY
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
ITINERARY
- Byzantine Hippodrome / Sultanahmet Square; where chariot races were held in Roman Empire times, Egyptian Column from Byzantine Empire time. Today German Fountain is cornerstone of square.
- One of Istanbul's most picturesque streets, Sogukcesme Street, is located in the Sultanahmet district. Also, Sogukcesme street is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The nine wooden houses on Sogukcesme Street are used as hotels, and the Roman cistern is used as a restaurant.
- The Caferaga Madrasa which has 15 classrooms/exhibition rooms, a big salon and a garden where traditional Turkish handicrafts such as calligraphy, ceramics, jewelry and so forth are taught, made and sold,is located next to the Hagia Sophia.
- Is a hidden gem of a mosque that has been thought of as a little Blue Mosque, but without the crowds. It's a little difficult to find, but it's definitely worth the effort - the remarkable beauty of the interior is matched by the sense of discovering a quiet sanctuary in the middle of the city's hectic pace.
- Spice Market; is a colorful indoor bazaar and has lots of shops offering a variety of products. Some of them are spices, purses, flavored teas, Turkish delight, nuts, as well as ceramics, and small souvenirs. Spice Bazaar is located in Eminonu Square which is the connection place of Bosphorus and Golden Horn.
- The Büyük Valide Han is Istanbul's largest historic han (caravanserai). The place, which was a form of urban caravanserai, was a common type of commercial structure in Ottoman architecture that offered a variety of jobs such as accommodation for foreign merchants, storage for commodities or trade, housing for artisan workshops, and offices from which to conduct business.
- Zincirli Han is constructed around a courtyard with a fountain in the centre for washing or purification, as well as numerous stores and workshops. Zincirli Han is one of the most magnificent views to behold. This location is incredibly active and authentic. While artists are at work, the small coffee shop on the corner serves tea and coffee to its clients and interested visitors.
- The Theodosius Cistern is one of many ancient cisterns of Constantinople that lie beneath the city of Istanbul. In 2018, the previously undiscovered 5th-century cistern opened its doors to visitors.
