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Adult (Age 0-90)

Half Day Tour of Orthodox Religious Sites from Istanbul

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4.5 / 5 total 595 reviews
Duration: 3 to 4 hours
Product code: 2425
Overview

Constantinople Half-Day Tour of the Orthodox Religious Sites will start in the morning you will be picked up from your accommodation and a drive to the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate located in Fener.

On arrival in Fener, we will visit the main building – the church of St. George. One of the most important and ancient relics in the church is part of the pole to which Christ was bound to before being flogged and crucified by the Roman soldiers. In the main cathedral there are relics of three female saints; St. Theophano who was the wife of Emperor Leo the Wise and Saint Euphemia, the Great Martyr.

The third set of relics were from Saint Mary Salome. After we explore the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate, we then go to the Church of St. Mary of the Mongols and we will continue our day by visiting the Church of St. Mary of Blachernae. See the Holy Virgin’s robe, Her omophorion (head cover) and part of Her belt that she brought from Palestine in 457 in the Vlaherna Church.

Then we will travel on to Kariye Museum (The Church of the Holy Saviour in Chora) well-known for its rare examples of mosaic work whose thematic variety of rich detail is unmatched among Byzantine churches. The last emperor that prayed in this church before, the city was besieged by the Turks. The Chora Church was initially in the centre of the monastery of St. Michael, was probably built in the VI century.

Highlights
  • Drive to the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate
  • Visit the main building of the church of St. George
  • Explore the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate
  • Continue by visiting the Church of St. Mary of Blachernae
  • Travel to Kariye Museum (The Church of the Holy Saviour in Chora) which is famous for its rare examples of mosaic work whose thematic variety and rich detail are unmatched among Byzantine churches.
Good to Know
  • Scheduling Scheduling: This is a Private Tour That is Run Exclusively for the Person or Group Who Booked the Tour.
  • Languages offered on the Activity / TourLanguages offered on the Activity / Tour: English, Spanish
  • Duration Duration: 3 to 4 hours
  • Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • All participants pay the adult priceAll participants pay the adult price
  • A minimum of 2 adults is required to book this tour A minimum of 2 adults is required to book this tour
  • Pick-up service Pick-up service
    Pick Up and Drop Off from Istanbul Hotels
  • Easy Cancellation Easy Cancellation
    There is no cancellation fee once Customers Cancel at least 7 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
    There is 50% cancellation fee for Customers to Cancel 3 and 6 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
    There is 100% cancellation fee for Customers to Cancel 2 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
  • Confirmation will be received within 24 hours of booking, subject to availability Confirmation will be received within 24 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Cut-off TimeCut-off Time
    Available to be booked until 2 days before the tour starts. We reserve the option to confirm the tour or not due to availability.
Inclusions
  • Professional tour guide
  • Luxurious vehicles for transportation
  • Parking fees
Exclusions
  • Entrance fees
  • Personal expenses
  • Food&drinks
  • Gratuities(optional)
Pickup and Drop-off
Pick ups and drop-offs from Istanbul hotels
Know Before You Go
  • Comfortable footwear will be important for your experience.
  • Dress respectfully when visiting a place of worship
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Reviewed by Nicole D US   February 21, 2024
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My friend recommended this tour as she had booked it the previous year. I agree totally with her as you get to see a lot with a private guide. Definitely worth booking.
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Reviewed by Lucas Cornet BE   February 21, 2024
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THANKS TO OUR GUIDE WE SAW ALL THE TOP PLACES TO VISIT AND MORE. BOOK WITH THEM AND YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED.
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Reviewed by Flyby US   February 21, 2024
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I CAN ASSURE YOU THAT YOU WILL HAVE AN AMAZING YOUR. Our tour guide answered questions and took photos. I was also quite impressed with how she interacted with all of us touring❤️
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Reviewed by Sh Shammas US   February 21, 2024
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We had the best guide EVER. His passion quickly became our passion and we were able to learn about everything. I have never enjoyed a tour as much as this one. GREETINGS.
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Reviewed by Arnaud C ES   February 20, 2024
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Our guide knowledge was more than we could have asked for. Well worth the money and I will be recommending this tour and company to all of our friends.
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Reviewed by ronanddee US   February 20, 2024
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Will surely arrange another trip soon
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Reviewed by Steven AT   February 20, 2024
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This was a great tour I love very much an awesome tour guide, and she accommodated our needs during on tour. A perfect tour guide to have and I will highly recommend.
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Reviewed by Toni Carideo US   February 20, 2024
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A great tour and a great company to tour with. Very efficient with a good guide. This was the perfect time to have this perfect tour. I will never forget.
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Reviewed by Donna US   February 20, 2024
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I had previously done this tour and had a great experience. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and engaging, which means you get to see much more than meets the eye. ENJOYED IT!!
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Reviewed by Denzel US   February 19, 2024
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Incredible day! Our tour guide was exceptionally welcoming, approachable and informative. He really looked after us all day. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone having private and excellent tour.
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