Istanbul embraces two continents, one arm reaching out to Asia, the other to Europe. Through the city's heart, the Bosphorus strait, courses the waters of the Black Sea, the Sea of Marmara and the Golden Horn. The former capital of three successive empires - Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman - today Istanbul honors and preserves the legacy of its past while looking forward to its modern future.
Indeed, it is Istanbul's variety that fascinates its visitors. The museums, churches, palaces, great mosques, bazaars and sights of natural beauty seem inexhaustible. As you recline on the shores of the Bosphorus at sunset, contemplating the red twilight reflected in the windows on the opposite shore, you understand, suddenly and profoundly, why so many centuries ago settlers chose to build on this remarkable site. At times such as these, you feel that Istanbul is truly one of the most glorious cities in the world.
About Ephesus
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Private Istanbul Tours - Shore Excursions Gateway From Port Of Istanbul |
PRIVATE ISTANBUL TOURS - ISTANBUL SHORE
EXCURSIONS
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SAM011
ISTANBUL HAGIA (St.) SOPHIA + BLUE MOSQUE + HIPPODROME You will be met by your guide at the Port of Istanbul where you will begin your Private Istanbul Tour. First we will visit "Sultan Ahmet Center", the heart of the "Old City" from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled. Hagia (St.) Sophia, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian. Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue Iznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet. Hippodrome, center of sportive (chariot races, athletics) events and political activities of the old city. Obelisk of heodosius, Serpentine Column, German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating Hippodrome. Grand Covered Bazaar, Most attractive shopping center and biggest "souk" in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets, leatherware and souvenirs. Once the tour has finished you will be returned to the Port of Istanbul.
DURATION:
4 - 5 Hours
(Age 0-6 are Free) |
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SAM12 ISTANBUL BLUE MOSQUE + TOPKAPI PALACE + UNDERGRAUND CISTERN
DURATION:
4 - 5 Hours
(Age 0-6 are Free) |
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SAM13
ISTANBUL UNDERGROUND CISTERN + TURKISH ISLAMIC ART MUSEUM + HIPPODROME You will be met by your guide at the Port of Kusadasi where you will begin your Private Ephesus Tour. First we will visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world where your guide will explain to you the significance of this important site. Following this we will make our way to Ephesus which was one of the most important cultural centers of the ancient word. We will visit the Ephesus ruins, Odeon, Celcus Library and the Theatre which is still in use today for concerts and has an amazing capacity of 25,000. As we walk through this ancient site you will notice the streets paved with marble which gives a hint to this city's great wealth many years ago. – Lunch Break - Following this we will visit the House of Virgin Mary where it is believed that she arrived with Saint John 4-6 years after the death of Christ and where she spent her final days. We will visit Isabey Mosque. To conclude the tour you will visit Basilica of St John who it was believed spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and is buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill. Once the tour has finished you will be returned to the Port of Kusadasi.
DURATION: 4 - 5 Hours (Age 0-6 are Free) |
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SAM14
ISTANBUL KARIYE MUSEUM + SULEYMANIYE MOSQUE + TOPKAPI PALACE
You will be met by your guide at the Port of Istanbul where you will begin your Private Istanbul Tour. First we will visit
Kariye Museum (Church of St. Saviour) and the Walls then drive old city center and visit
Suleymaniye Mosque The mosque of Süleyman the Magnificent was built between 1550 and 1557 by the famous architect Sinan whose wish was to surpass the builders of St. Sophia which is conspicuous from its great size, emphasized by the four minarets rising one from each corner of the courtyard.
Topkapı Palace The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries housing an exquisite collection of cyrstal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle; enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed.
Grand Covered Bazaar, Most attractive shopping center and biggest "souk" in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets, leatherware and souvenirs. Once the tour has finished you will be returned to the Port of Istanbul.
INCLUDES :
Pick up & drop-off at Port
of Istanbul, A/C private
transportation, Professional
guide, Entrance fees.
DURATION: 4 - 5 Hours (Age 0-6 are Free) |
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SAM15
ISTANBUL DOLMABAHCE PALACE + CAMLICA HILL You will be met by your guide at the Port of Istanbul where you will begin your Private Istanbul Tour. First we will visit DOLMABAHCE PALACE the last residence for Ottoman Sultans with 365 rooms and 22 saloons. Famous with the great collection of European antiquity, furniture and 4.5 tons chandelier. BOSPHORUS BRIDGE unique chance to step from one continent (Europe) to another (Asia) in 2 minutes. Caffe - Tea break at CAMLICA HILL exposing a panoramic view of Istanbul and Bosphorus from the best point of view. Once the tour has finished you will be returned to the Port of Istanbul.
INCLUDES :
Pick up & drop-off at Port
of Istanbul, A/C private
transportation, Professional
guide, Entrance fees.
DURATION: 4 - 5 Hours (Age 0-6 are Free) |
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SAM16
ISTANBUL HAGIA (St.) SOPHIA + BLUE MOSQUE + HIPPODROME + TOPKAPI PALACE You will be met by your guide at the Port of Istanbul where you will begin your Private Istanbul Tour. First we will visit the "Sultan Ahmet Center", the heart of the "Old City" from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled. Hagia (St.) Sophia, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian. Then we will visit Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue Iznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet. Hippodrome, center of sportive (chariot races, athletics) events and political activities of the old city. Obelisk of heodosius, Serpentine Column, German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating Hippodrome. - Lunch Break - Topkapı Palace The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries housing an exquisite collection of cyrstal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle; enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. Grand Covered Bazaar, Most attractive shopping center and biggest "souk" in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets, leatherware and souvenirs. Once the tour has finished you will be returned to the Port of Istanbul.
INCLUDES :
Pick up & drop-off at Port
of Istanbul,
A/C private transportation,
Professional guide, Lunch
and Entrance fees.
DURATION: 4 - 5 Hours (Age 0-6 are Free) |
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