Half Day Sightseeing Tours in Istanbul

Ottoman Treasures- Visits of the ;

Topkapi Palace museum incl. The Treasury section: The former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Today a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collections of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family.

Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar), mystical smells of different aromas of various spices. Shops selling fruits, vegetables, flowers, fish etc..

On Tuesdays, the Topkapi Palace is closed and replaced by the Museum of Islamic Art.

Joy of the Bosphorus – Visits of the ;

The tour will introduce you to the beauties of the Bosphorus, picturesque waterway separating Asia from Europe. Embarking the ferry from Beylerbeyi , you will leisurely sail by the baroque 19th century palaces, the beautiful old wooden houses, Rumeli Hisar and Anadolu Hisar fortresses, sailing under the Bosphorus Bridge. Your bus will take you along the shores of the Bosphorus, after you Disembark in Sarıyer, and proceed to Ortaköy, one of the most charming sea-shore villages of Istanbul. Visit an authentic kilim shop and narrow streets, with numerous “cafes” and small restaurants, popular among Turkish youngsters as well as the shrines of the town.

Classical Essentials – Visits of the ;

St.Sophia: The magnificent Byzantine Church
of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world. Is has been nominated to be the 8th wonder of the world by many historians.

The Rüstem Pasha Mosque is an Ottoman mosque located in Hasircilar Carsisi (Strawmat Weavers Market) in Eminönü, Istanbul.
It was designed by Mimar Sinan (“Sinan the Architect”) for Grand Vizier Rüstem Pasha (who married one of the daughters of Suleiman the Magnificent, Princess Mihrimah). Its building took place from 1561 to 1563.
On Mondays, the Saint Sophia is closed and replaced by the Underground Cistern

An Authentic Taste of Istanbul – Visits of the ;

Grand Bazaar: In addition to its historical importance, it’s a bazaar that will tempt
even the nonshoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery,
leather and souvenirs.

Located in CAGALOGLU district, on the right side of Yerebatan (Basilica cistern) Street, you will find the Cagaloglu Hamami. It was built by Sultan Mahmut the 1st in 1741 to provide revenue for the Hagia Sophia Mosque. The architect of the Hamam is unknown.

The Cagaloglu Hamam has two sections, which can offer treatments to both men and women during the same day of the week.

On Sundays, the Grand Covered Bazaar is closed

What’s included
• Entry fees to the Museums
• Private Professional guidance
• Private coach with A/C Vehichle
• Parking fees
• %18 VAT
• Half-day tours are organizing from 9:00 AM to 2.00 PM or from 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM



All tours have been posted by TURSAB(Turkish Society of Travel Agencies) licensed travel agencies and tour operators who have replied to the formal TURSAB call of 08.07.2013 for publishing their tours on this website.

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Eurasia Tourism

Molla Gürani Mah. Millet Cad. Karagül İş Merkezi
Kat : 1 No:84/140 Fındıkzade – ISTANBUL
Phone: +90 0212 369 36 40 / 41
Fax: +90 0212 369 36 09
http://www.eurasiatourism.com/

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