{"id":262,"date":"2015-06-30T06:56:41","date_gmt":"2015-06-30T06:56:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.toytravel.com\/?page_id=262"},"modified":"2015-06-30T06:56:41","modified_gmt":"2015-06-30T06:56:41","slug":"tour-3-byzantine-ottoman-relics-tour-full-day-tour","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/www.toytravel.com\/index.php\/tour-3-byzantine-ottoman-relics-tour-full-day-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"TOUR 3 \u2013 BYZANTINE & OTTOMAN RELICS TOUR (Full Day Tour)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Tour itinerary<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Haghia-Sophia :<\/strong><\/span>
\nThe magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world. It has been nominated to be the 8th wonder of the world by many historians.<\/p>\n

Hippodrome :<\/strong><\/span>
\nThe former center of sprotive and political activities of Constantinople. During the visit you will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.<\/p>\n

Blue Mosque :<\/strong><\/span>
\nOne of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest.<\/p>\n

Grand Bazaar :<\/strong><\/span>
\nIn 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<\/p>\n

Topkapi Palace :<\/strong><\/span>
\nTopkapi Palace was home to all the Ottoman sultans until the reign of Abdulmecid I (1839-1860), a period of nearly four centuries. The order for the construction of the Topkapi Palace on the Seraglio Point overlooking both Marmara and Bosphorus was given by Mehmed II after the conquest of Constantinapolis in 1453. The place was then an ancient olive grove. The final form of the first palace covered an area 700m\u00b2, and was enclosed with fortified walls 1400 meters in length.<\/p>\n

( Harem is not included in the program and visit is due to extra entrance fee )<\/p>\n

Suleymaniye Mosque :<\/span> <\/strong>
\nThe construction of Suleymaniye began in 1995 and was finally opened to the public in October 1999. With a total floor space of 8000 square meters, the total capacity of its Ottoman style mosque is 3000 people. With its unique exterior design Suleymaniye boost to be the largest Islamic complex in Eurpope. The architecture of Suleymaniye is a compound of Eastern and western architecture with a uniqueness in its exterior design. The mosque which is decorated in a typical Turkish calligraphy is one part of the whole complex, other parts include a conference and wedding hall, Guest rooms, class rooms, and funeral service facilities as well as accomodation for the staff.<\/p>\n

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Departure :<\/td>\n<\/td>\nEveryday<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tour Includes:<\/td>\nPick up drop of transfers from the hotels,<\/span><\/p>\n

English spaeking professional guide,<\/span><\/p>\n

Main enterance fees of museums,<\/span><\/p>\n

Transportation by A\/C bus<\/span><\/p>\n

Set Menu Lunch<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Tour Excludes:<\/td>\nDrink at Lunch and personal expensis<\/span><\/p>\n

Enterance fee of Harem<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

General info:<\/td>\nHaghia-Sophia is closed on Mondays<\/span><\/p>\n

Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\t\t\t