The tour is a combination of shopping and walking activities which also include some landmarks of Istanbul. It starts from Taksim Square and ends at Sultanahmet Square.
The Tour Plan includes :
-Taksim Square
-Istiklal Street ( One of the liveliest and the most popular streets of Istanbul. It was originally developed in the 19th century to house foreign embassies)
-Galata Tower (Genoese tower dating back to the 14th century. It has a 360 degrees viewing terrace at the top)
-Galata Bridge ( It is the first bridge to be built to connect the old Istanbul to the opposite shore. It is at the starting point of the Golden Horn)
-Spice Market ( One small Ottoman market which was built in the 17th century. It is famous for its spices, dried fruits, delicatessen and all kinds of nuts)
-The Grand Bazaar ( Very large Ottoman bazaar covered with domes. Dating back to the 15th century, it is one of the oldest markets in the world)
-And a lunch break around mid-day.
ACTIVITY DETAILS
Duration: 6 Hours 30 Minutes (may extend to seven hours)
Language: English
Suitable for children: No
Maximum number of participants: 10
Tour price (for the whole group) : 220 $
Departure: 9 a.m Taksim Square ( in front of the Statue)
Arrival: Sultanahmet Square 3 p.m. or may extend up to 4 p.m
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
-The whole tour will be on foot and it is a long walking track. Therefore comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended.
-Since the tour also involves shopping activity, the duration of the tour may vary from 6 hours up to 7 hours.
-The Tour Price includes:
1) All the visits mentioned in the tour plan
2) Professional Tour Guidance
-Transportation (if any) , Lunch and Galata Tower entrance fees are not included in the tour price.
-Please note that the customers are also liable for the guide's lunch and transportation expenses during the tour.
-Having Turkish currency with you would be more practical especially for the entrance fees.