Get deep into the life and secrets of Istanbul with the Secrets of Istanbul walking tour. Discover the hidden marvels of old Istanbul town and explore its puzzled streets with an expert guide who knows the secrets of the city very well. Visit places that are not easy to find on your own and hear local legendary stories of personalities and places of the old town.
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Get deep into the life and secrets of Istanbul with the Secrets of Istanbul walking tour. Discover the hidden marvels of old Istanbul town and explore its puzzled streets with an expert guide who knows the secrets of the city very well. Visit places that are not easy to find on your own and hear local legendary stories of personalities and places of the old town.
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Explore the hidden streets of Old Istanbul.Learn about Islam and Turkish culture and the modernization of Turkey.Visit the Blue Mosque and learn about the Hagia Sofia (from the outside – visit inside after the tour in your own time).Walk on the ancient roadway dotted with the ruins of Roman columns.Explore the Grand Bazaar and learn the local art of bargaining. ( Please note that Grand Bazaar is close on Sundays. We also visit Spice market which is open everyday and Spice market has similar products that Grand Bazaar have.) Browse the book markets where the first books were printed during the Ottoman era.See the 300 year old Çorlulu Ali Pasha Madrasah with it's impressive Ottoman architecture.Learn about the famous Suleymaniye Mosque complex with its eateries, libraries and hamams.Visit the hidden Rustem Pasha Mosque with its spectacular blue Iznik tiles. Relax and drink çay from a tulip glass like a local and try nargile in cafes where Turkish people socialize.Taste authentic Turkish produce including Turkish delight, baklava, dried apricots, roasted almonds, halva and fresh cheese.Have many great photo opportunities and more.







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