Istanbul tour from Okurcalar is a cultural sightseeing tour by domestic flight to Istanbul which is Turkey’s historical, cultural, and financial center.
Istanbul is the biggest city with a population of 16 million in Turkey. It is also a unique city in the world that has land on two continents Asia and Europa.
Istanbul was the capital of two great empires which were Byzantine and Ottoman. Istanbul is one of the oldest cities in the world and it was the homeland of different civilizations.
Because of that, It contains many historical artifacts belonging to different civilizations. On our Istanbul tour from Okurcalar , after reaching Istanbul by one-hour domestic flight departing from Antalya airport, magnificent places await you bellowings;
Blue Mosque; known also as Sultan Ahmet Mosque was built in the 17th century by Ottoman Empire Sultan Ahmet the first. It is called the blue mosque because of the exquisite blue tiles decorating its interior. Sultan Ahmet Mosque is the only imperial mosque in the world that was originally built with six minarets.
Hippodrome Square; was the sporting and social center of old Byzantium, held 100,000 spectators. It was also an arena for chariot races and other entertainment. It has also got structures such as Kaiser Wilhelm II Fountain,35 000 years old Egyptian Obelisk, Serpent Column, and Constantine Porphyrogenitus.
Topkapı Palace meaning Connon Gate was built in 1478 by the sultan Mehmet II. It was the principal residence of early and mid-era Ottoman Sultans and the center of administration of the Ottoman Empire for almost 400 years. Baghdad Kiosk, Holy Relics, and the Kitchen Section including one of the world’s finest collections of Chinese celadon ceramics and Harem the palace which was forbidden to anyone except the Sultan are some important parts to see in the palace.
Hagia Sophia was built in 537 by eastern Roman emperor Justinian I. It is the oldest cathedral in the world and famous for its massive dome. Hagi Sophia meaning ‘Holy Wisdom’ is considered that it is changed the history of architecture. Its Stones, doors had brought from the older temples and churches at that time. Hagia Sofia was built as a church and then it is used for a mosque in ottoman time, a museum in Turkish republic time for a while and after 2020 it has been using as a mosque again.
The Spice Bazaar (Mısır Çarşısı) meaning ‘Egyptian Bazaar’ because of the spices bringing Egypt is one of the largest and oldest covered bazaars in Istanbul. It was built in the 17th century. The bazaar has been the center for spice trade in Istanbul, However, in recent years shops of other types are gradually replacing the sellers of spices. Spice Bazaar has a total of 85 shops selling spices, jewelry, souvenirs, textile products, Turkish delight, and other sweets, and dried fruits and nuts.
Bosphorus cruise tour is one of the best ways to discover the magnificent beauties of Istanbul over the sea. It takes about one and a half-hour.
Do not miss the Istanbul tour from Okurcalar by flight, which is full of culture and history.
ADDITIONAL INFO & TIPS:
* Not recommended for people having walking difficulty
* Take your passport with you.
* Wear depending on seasonal conditions. Istanbul is usually cooler than Alanya.
Routes where we provide free transfers from your address:
Avsallar,Kizilagac,Kizilot,Side, Okurcalar, Türkler, Incekum, Konaklı, Cenger, Kestel, Mahmutlar, Centrum Alanya
When will I make the payment?
You can pay in cash when we come to pick you up.We Don't Accept Credit Cards
We have made a reservation, which vehicle will you take us and at what time?
As soon as your reservation reaches us, we will send you all the information on whatsapp.The transfer is free.
Do we need to take passport and extra money with us?
You should have your passport with you, if you are going to spend extra, you can take some money with you.
How can I cancel or modify my booking?
We understand that plans can change, so we have a flexible cancellation and change policy. Our Whatsapp customer service team is ready to assist you.
Do You Organize Private Tours for Groups?
Yes, we can organize a special tour just for you. We can prepare a tour program by determining the route and time of the tour that you will join with your own group of friends, according to your wishes
Can I pay with other currencies other than Euro (€)?
Our prices are Euro (€). You can pay with the currency you want on the day of the tour at the current exchange rate.