3-Tage Privattour durch Istanbul
3-Day Private Istanbul Tour
3 Days Istanbul Tour
Day 1: Private Guided Old City of Istanbul Tour
The Hippodrome: In a U-shaped arena, 100,000 people watch an old horse race. The only parts of the Hippodrome that still stand are the Egyptian Obelisk, the Serpent Column, and the Constantine Columns. The seats, walls, and most of what was left have been destroyed.
Between 1609 and 1616, Sultan Ahmed built the Blaue Moschee. During the Ottoman Empire, it was a royal mosque. It is called the Sultanahmet Mosque, but tourists gave it the name "Blue Mosque" because of the blue tiles inside.
The Topkapi Palace used to be the center of government and life for the Ottoman Empire. In the 15th century, Sultan Mehmet II built the palace. It later became the center of the Ottoman Empire's government. Since 1924, it has been used as a museum.
The Istanbul Mosaic Museum has an amazing collection of Roman tiles, most of which are from the 4th to 6th centuries. The museum is in the Great Palace of Constantinople, which gives tourists a unique chance to see how intricately these mosaic works of art were made. The mosaics show different scenes, such as mythological characters, everyday life, and holy symbols.
The Turkish Islamic Art Museum in Istanbul has a wonderful collection of Islamic art and objects from many different places and times. There are many different kinds of art on display at the museum, such as illuminated texts, calligraphy, ceramics, textiles, metalwork, and wooden art. Visitors can look at the beautiful craftsmanship and intricate details of these works, which show off the Islamic world's rich cultural history. The Istanbul Islamic Art Museum gives a fascinating look at how Islamic society has contributed to art and culture throughout history.
Day 2: Private Guided Tour of Istanbul
Between 532 and 537, Justinian, the Roman Emperor, built Hagia Sophia. It grew to be the tallest and largest church in the world. In the 1500s, the Ottomans turned the church into a mosque. In 1934, it was turned into a museum. In July 2020, the Hagia Sophia stopped being a museum and became a mosque again. Like the other churches, tourists can go to Hagia Sophia.
In the year 600, the Basilika-Zisterne was built by the Roman Emperor Justinian, close to the Hagia Sophia The tank is about 9,800 square meters and is 138 meters long and 65 meters wide. The upside-down and right-side-up Medusa heads on marble bases are the building's most famous exhibits instead of its columns.
The Istanbul Archaeology Museum has a huge collection of items from many different times and places. The museum has three main parts: the Archaeological Museum, the Museum of the Ancient Orient, and the Tiled Kiosk Museum. Artifacts from ancient cultures like Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and Rome can be seen in the museum's displays. There are figures, sarcophagi, pots, coins, and very detailed works of art in the collection. The Istanbul Archaeology Museum is a treasure trove of historical and cultural artifacts that take visitors on a fascinating trip through the region's rich past.
Der Große Basar is the oldest market in the world that has always been open. There are more than 4,000 stores on 61 streets, and walls completely encircle it. In the 15th century, Sultan Mehmet II built the Grand Bazaar. Later, other sultans added to it. Your guide will be more than happy to help you find your favorite piece of Turkish art if you ask.
Day 3: Private tour of the Bosphorus and Neighboring
Bosphorus Cruise: The strait between the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara is 32 kilometers long, and it divides Istanbul into two countries. There are a lot of interesting things to see in the towns along the Bosphorus, like huge palaces, resorts, yali (private houses), and so on. On the boat, you will see the Dolmabahce Palace, the Ortakoy Mosque, the Raan Palace, the Bosphorus Bridge, the Rumeli Fortress, the Kücüksu Palace, the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge (the second bridge on the Bosphorus), and the Maiden's Tower.
Sultan Abdulmejid built the Dolmabahçe-Palast between 1843 and 1856 so that the Ottoman royal family could live there. Garabet Balyan, Nigogayos Balyan, and Evans Kalfa were all Armenian architects who built the house. The Dolmabahce Palace has 285 rooms, 6 bathrooms, and 46 halls.
Taksim Square and Istiklal Street: For the vast majority of people who live in Istanbul, Taksim Square and Istiklal Street, which is a pedestrian-only street lined with bars and restaurants, are the city's centers. Between Taksim Square and the Galata Tower, the road goes for 1.44 km (0.87 mi).
Turhan Hatice, who was the mother of Sultan Mehmed IV, constructed the Egyptian Bazaar, also known as the Gewürzbasar, between 1660 and 1665. The market is the center of the spice trade in Istanbul. You can buy Turkish sweets, baklava, and gifts there.
Balat und Fener are both on the historical peninsula. These places are known for their rich cultural history and lively atmosphere. Balat and Fener are known for their small, winding streets that are lined with colorful, traditional Ottoman homes. With Greek, Jewish, and Armenian influences, these areas show how diverse Istanbul's past was. People can walk around the busy streets, go to old churches and synagogues, and learn about the lively local culture.
Details of a 3-Day Tour of Istanbul
The maximum number of passengers for this tour is 10. Please dress comfortably and in casual shoes.
For the 3-day private tour of Istanbul, we recommend that you dress casually and wear comfortable shoes.
- We suggest you wear casual clothes and comfortable shoes.
- This tour is available every day.
- Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays.
- The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays.
- The Dolmabahce Palace is closed on Mondays.
Treffpunkt
At your hotel
Treffzeit
Agreed before
Preis enthält
- Private professionelle Tour Guide
- Public transport on the 1st and 2nd days
- Private Van on the 3rd Day
Preis ausgeschlossen
- Meals and Drinks
- Eintrittsgebühren, die in der Route erwähnt sind
- Private Van on the 1st and 2nd days (you can ask additionally). The price is 240 USD for a full-day rental)
