Discover the Byzantine history of Istanbul, including the Hagia Sophia, the Chora Museum, and the Ecumenical Patriarchate. From the 4th to the 15th century, Constantinople was the capital of the Byzantine Empire. This private full-day tour with a guide will take you through the ruins of churches, cisterns, and houses to discover the mosaics, frescoes, and distinct architecture this empire left behind. The tour includes transportation in a private vehicle.
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Driver/guide
All Fees and Taxes
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Transport by private vehicle
Drinks
Food and drinks
Lunch
Itinerary
1
Hagia Sophia Mosque
Visiting Hagia Sophia Museum/mosque
2 hours
2
Basilica Cistern
Visiting Underground Cistern
1 hour
3
Fener Rum Patrikhanesi
visiting Fener Patrikane
1 hour
4
Hippodrome
obelisk,
30 minutes
5
Chora Museum
Chora Museum visit from out side (now under renovation)
30 minutes
Private Full-Day Tour of Byzantine Empire Sites in Istanbul
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Discover the Byzantine history of Istanbul, including the Hagia Sophia, the Chora Museum, and the Ecumenical Patriarchate. From the 4th to the 15th century, Constantinople was the capital of the Byzantine Empire. This private full-day tour with a guide will take you through the ruins of churches, cisterns, and houses to discover the mosaics, frescoes, and distinct architecture this empire left behind. The tour includes transportation in a private vehicle.
