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Istanbul Ancient Monasteries Full-Day Tour with Lunch

By ISTANBUL WALKS
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €475 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • St. Polyeuktos Church ruins/Pantokrator Church/Aspar Cistern/Pammakristos Church
  • Chapel of St. John the Forerunner/St. Saviour in Chora Monastery/Tekfur Palace
  • Discover ancient heritage on this walking tour
  • Enjoy a look at beautiful monasteries and ancient cisterns
  • Learn the history and myths behind some of Istanbul's best preserved monuments

Activity location

    • Istanbul
    • Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Istanbul
    • Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye

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Istanbul Ancient Monasteries Full-Day Tour with Lunch

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
€475.00 x 2 Adults€950.00
Total
Price is €950.00
Until Wed, 27 May

What's included, what's not

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    Guiding services in English
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    Public transport tickets
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    Entrance fees
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    Lunch
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    Donation to churches
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    Transport to and from the hotel
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    Drinks during lunch
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    Personal expenses

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Luggage or large bags
  • Not suitable for: Wheelchair users
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Step back in time and uncover the spiritual and architectural wonders of Byzantine Istanbul on our Ancient Monasteries Full-Day Tour. This immersive journey will take you through centuries-old sites that reveal the city’s rich religious and cultural history.

St. Polyeuktos Church Ruins: Marvel at the remnants of this once-grand church, a testament to early Byzantine splendour.
Pantokrator Church: Explore this striking complex of churches and monasteries, steeped in history and adorned with beautiful mosaics.
Aspar Cistern: Witness the ingenuity of Byzantine engineering at this ancient cistern.
Pammakristos Church: Admire the intricate architecture of this historic church, now a beautiful mosque.
Chapel of St. John the Forerunner: Discover a serene sanctuary with deep spiritual significance.
St. Saviour in Chora Monastery: Be awed by the vibrant frescoes and mosaics that narrate sacred stories.
Tekfur Palace: Explore the only surviving Byzantine imperial palace in Istanbul.

Why Join This Tour?
Enjoy a guided exploration of Istanbul’s hidden gems, including ancient monasteries, historic chapels, and awe-inspiring cisterns. Our knowledgeable guides will enrich your experience with fascinating insights into Byzantine art, culture, and spirituality.

Location

Activity location

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    • Istanbul
    • Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Istanbul
    • Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye