Private Istanbul in One Day Sightseeing Tour: Topkapi Palace, Aya Sofya, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar

Description:

• Take a hassle-free tour of Istanbul's most famous attractions with your own private guide to lead the way. You'll enjoy personalized attention on your private tour of magical Istanbul and its signature sights: Topkapi, Aya Sofya, the Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar.
  
  On this tour you will visit the following historic sites:
  
  Blue Mosque:
  Just across from the Hippodrome, the Sultan Ahmet Mosque (also known as the Blue Mosque) is a superb creation in the classical Ottoman style. The mosque has six towering minarets and 260 windows illuminating its vast main chamber, which is decorated with more than 20,000 Iznik tiles.
  
  Aya Sofya:
  One of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world, this former basilica and mosque is now the Saint Sophia Museum. Many historians have nominated it as the 8th wonder of the world. Take a moment to linger here to admire the fine Byzantine mosaics.
  
  Topkapi Palace:
  The largest and oldest palace in the world, Topkapi is the crown jewel of the Ottoman Empire. With its harem, treasury and exotic buildings overlooking the Golden Horn, your visit to Topkapi promises to be a truly fascinating experience.
  
  Grand Bazaar:
  In operation since the 14th century, the Grand Bazaar is one of the world's largest covered markets, with 58 streets and over 4,000 shops. The bazaar is specially known for its jewelry, leather, pottery, spices and carpets.
  
  Please note: The Grand Bazaar is not open on Sundays and Aya Sofya is not open on Mondays.

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