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Istanbul Byzantine Group Tour

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1 dayDuration
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20 peopleMaximum group size
8 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
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Minimal physical effort, perfect for travelers seeking an easy-going experience.
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Highlights

Palace of Blachernae

Yedikule Fortress

Valens Aqueduct

Balat

Itinerary

Step back in time with the Istanbul Byzantine Group Tour, a one-day guided journey (9 am–4 pm) through the city’s rich imperial past. Begin at the enigmatic Blachernae Palace, explore the formidable Yedikule Fortress, and pass beneath the historic Valens Aqueduct. Stroll the colorful streets of Balat to visit the unique Iron Church, and end at the spiritual heart of the city—the Church of St. George. This immersive day trip is perfect for history enthusiasts eager to delve into Istanbul’s Byzantine legacy, with the USP being its focus on lesser-known, yet profoundly significant, landmarks.

Istanbul City Tour

Duration: 9 am to 4 pm.
We begin at the remnants of the former Imperial Palace, Blachernae Palace. Next, Yedikule Fortress, a stone guardian where Ottoman and Byzantine legacies unite. We drive beneath the Valens Aqueduct, a remarkable engineering feat. Balat's vibrant streets embrace us, their cobbled paths leading to the enigmatic Iron Church. Finally, the Church of St. George, the Ecumenical Patriarchate's spiritual heart.

What's Included

Accommodation
Pick up and drop off from/to your Istanbul hotel
Transport
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicleTransportation between your hotel and Sultanahmet
Guide
Professional English-speaking tour guide for the duration of the tour
Others
Entrance fees

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