Istanbul Old City Russian Language Tour
Istanbul Old City Russian Language Tour
Highlights
- •Visit Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks and hidden gems in one well organized route through the Old City.
- •Enjoy a complete experience with a professional Russian speaking guide and carefully planned itinerary.
- •Capture stunning moments at panoramic viewpoints and instagrammable spots , including Suleymaniye and historic streets.
Overview
Experience Istanbul with a carefully designed all inclusive tour that allows you to see more in less time. This route combines the city’s most important landmarks with lesser known historical details, giving you a deeper understanding of Istanbul’s past and present.
During the tour, you will walk through the heart of the Old City, including Sultanahmet Square, the surroundings of Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and the exterior of Topkapi Palace, where your guide will explain its imperial significance. You will also explore the historic Hippodrome, where monuments such as the Obelisk, the Serpent Column, and the Million Stone, known as the symbolic center of the world, reveal the city’s Byzantine heritage. The elegant Hurrem Sultan Bath is also introduced from the outside as a beautiful architectural highlight.
The experience continues with a visit inside the Basilica Cistern, followed by time in the lively streets leading to the Grand Bazaar and Egyptian Bazaar. Along the way, there are carefully selected photo stops and panoramic viewpoints, making this tour ideal for travelers who want to combine history, culture and beautiful photography opportunities in one day.
Included
- ✓Professional Russian speaking guide
- ✓All inclusive guided city tour experience
- ✓Old City walking route covering main landmarks
- ✓Historical and cultural commentary
Not included
- ✕Professional Russian speaking guide
- ✕All inclusive guided city tour experience
- ✕Old City walking route covering main landmarks
- ✕Visit to Grand Bazaar and Egyptian Bazaar
- ✕Cultural and historical explanations
- ✕Free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee at the meeting point
- ✕Complimentary raincoats in case of rain
Important information
- •This tour is designed to cover many highlights of Istanbul in a limited time, so some locations are explained from outside while others are visited inside.
- •Topkapi Palace is explained from the outside only . The tour does not include entry to the palace or its courtyards.
- •At Hagia Sophia, your guide provides a detailed explanation from the outside, without entering the building.
- •The Basilica Cistern is visited inside with full guiding. Entrance tickets are not included. Guests who prefer not to enter may skip this part and wait outside .
- •The Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet) and Suleymaniye Mosque are visited both inside and outside, including time for photos. Suleymaniye offers one of the best panoramic viewpoints in Istanbul .
- •The tour includes the historic Hippodrome, where you will see the Obelisk, Serpent Column and Million Stone, known as the symbolic center of the world.
- •The Hurrem Sultan Bath is introduced from the outside, with time for photos.
- •The tour continues through the Grand Bazaar and Egyptian Bazaar (Spice Market) .
- •There will be a stop near a local traditional restaurant . Food and drinks are optional and not included.
- •In case of rain, complimentary disposable raincoats are provided.