Top Experiences in Patriarchal Church of St. George

Walk back to history
Discover the splendor of Byzantine Istanbul, the ancient city of Constantinople, on this fascinating 3-hour history tour led by an expert guide. The empire that kick-started Christianity in Turkey (around 330 AD) spawned a rich legacy of religious monuments and architecture, and you’ll see the best examples of these on your tour. Visit a shrine to the Holy Virgin at the Church of St Mary of Blachernae, explore the ruins of ancient Blachernae Palace, walk around the Walls of Constantinople, and more!

- C'est une excursion qui vous offre des vraies découvertes passionnantes en dehors des sentiers battus.
- Nos excursions sont exclusivement en Français.
- Chaque excursion commence avec un briefing par le guide lors que les participants prennent leurs thé ou cafés offerts par notre compagnie au point de départ.
- Nous faisons nos excursions d'une manière paisible, en digérant et appréciant ce qu'on visite.
- Nous travaillons avec les guides professionnels licenciés du Ministère de Tourisme, qui sont expérimentés et passionnés de leur métier.
- Vous profitez de coupe fil en faisant les visites des musées avec nous.
- Nos programmes et notre style vous permet de connaitre et plonger aussi dans la vie quotidienne et la culture locale.
- Votre guide va vous donner des conseils sur la gastronomie et vous laisser du temps libre aux endroits convenables pour prendre le déjeuner libre lors des excursions. Vous pouvez choisir ceux qui vous arrangent selon votre goût et budget.

Today we feel the spirit of Byzantium of Istanbul. Our first visit is to the natural naval harbour of the Byzantines named “the Golden Horn” because of its hornlike shape and the golden reflection of the glittering waves under the sunshine when viewed from the hilltops. Visit the Patriarchate at Fener which has been the seat of Orthodox Christianity since Constantine The Great’s declaration of Christianity as the religion of the Roman Empire. Church of Panagia of Blachernae, the best known and most celebrated shrine of the Holy Virgin Mary and famed for its “Hagiasma” (holy water) and “Hagion Lousma” (sacred bath). The Anemas Dungeons (seen from outside, The Tekfur Palace, the only surviving Pavillion of the Blachernae Palace and the next stop on this tour is the amazing Church of St. Savior in Chora (Kariye Museum), originally a Byzantine monastery with exquisite mosaics and frescoes portraying scenes from the Bible. The Byzantine city walls will be in our list today. Join us!

See Istanbul from dry land and water on this 3-hour sightseeing experience that combines a coach tour with a Bosphorus Strait sightseeing cruise. Travel round the city by coach, passing the Golden Horn, and the vibrant neighborhoods of Balat and Fener. Stroll through Istanbul’s colorful Spice Bazaar with your guide, and then take to the water to see sites like Rumeli Fortress and the Bosphorus Bridge from the comfort of your sightseeing boat!

Make your Istanbul adventure totally unique with a 1, 2 or 3day private sightseeing tour. Opt for a single day and see the whole of the Old City, plus the Grand Bazaar. Extend the tour to include a second day and visit the Spice Bazaar, Dolmabahce Palace, Taksim, and Istiklal Street, plus a Bosphorus cruise. Please note that your guide is happy to alter the itinerary completely to accommodate your personal interests.
*Get the personalized experience of a private tour
*Customize the itinerary to suit your personal interests
*Make the most of your limited time in Istanbul
*Relax in courtesy hotel pickup and drop-off

This private city tour allows you to see highlights of Istanbul with a private tour guide who is an expert on the history and culture of the city.

This tour can be operated as a shore excursion tour as well from Galataport.

As entrance fees are not included in the price, your itinerary remains flexible and you have a chance to customize it with your guide on the tour day.

Transportation can be handled by walking, public transportation, taxis or we can arrange private van service for you upon request.

A licensed tour guide has skip-the-line priority to buy museum tickets and he/she will help you to purchase them. Please remember you may need to wait in security lines.

The duration of the tour is 7 hours per day, but you can keep it shorter by talking with your guide as well.

The most important sites of Istanbul will be explained by your private tour guide who will be a local friend with you here. Your guide will show you the best spots to take pictures for your Instagram account.

If you want a richer, deeper, and more unique experience of the character, authenticity and traditions of this multi-civilizational city, then a guided walking tour of the Fener and Balat areas in the old city is for you. You will see churches, synagogues and mosques side by side and see impressive sights of religious co-existence dating back centuries ago. Our qualified and licenced tour guides can guide you, as part of a customised tour suited to your wants and needs, through the subtle magic of the narrow, steep and winding streets, detailing their history and present day significance whilst sharing their personal insight.

This is a special tour including some of the most unique places in the city but also which are difficult to visit on your own. The tour will take you to the roots of historic Istanbul with visits to the Muslim, Jewish, and Christian monuments.

Are you describing yourself freelancer, young creatives, art passionate or fashion addict willing to discover coolest places in the city. Immerse yourself, learn inhabited greek and jewish culture contaminate with your own together with the local ones while shring passion, interests and create networks.

Guests will discover the unique hotspots such as Red Castle, Phanar Greek Patriarchate, Bulgarian Orthodox Church, Antic vintage Bazaar, Toy Musuem and Ferruh Kethude Mosque.

Have you ever toured a city and wished you knew someone there? Someone with the inside scoop on the city; who you could trust and would show you the things you would have never seen on your own? This is how we want travelers to view CIRCLE ISTANBUL.

Circle Istanbul was created by professional guides, who are passionate about their city. More so, our tour was designed for travelers who have seen the major sights and are now ready to see the heart of the city.

Visit most popular sights of Istanbul with your private tour guide who has skip-the-line priority in 1-2 or 3 days;

DAY-1
Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Topkapi Palace.

DAY-2
Spice Market, Bosphorus Cruise, Dolmabahce Palace, Taksim-Istiklal Street, Galata Tower.
Note: Booking private vehicle is suggested for this day as transportation is required between sites of visit.

DAY-3
Suleymaniye Mosque, Fener and Balat Districts, St. Stephen Church (Iron Church), Eyüp Sultan District, Pierre Lotti Panoramic Hill
Note: Booking private vehicle is suggested for this day as transportation is required between sites of visit.

Multi 3 Days Private Guided Istanbul Full Enhanced City Tour offers a personalized and flexible experience for visitors who want to explore the city's top attractions with a dedicated guide.

Multi 3 Days Private Guided Enhanced City Tour can be customized to suit your schedule and you have the freedom to tailor the itinerary to include off-the-beaten-path destinations or specific areas of interest.

Multi 3 Days Private Guided Enhanced City Tour allows you to visit iconic landmarks such as the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar, Basilica Cistern, Dolmabahce Palace, Spice Bazaar, Taksim Istiklal Street, Galata tower, Suleyman Mosque, Bosphorus Tour, and more locality

The Tour has Transpotation option ( Mercedes Vito Or Sprinter) and the services of a knowledgeable guide who can provide insights about the city

The tour is ideal for solo travelers, families, or small groups looking for a more personalized and exclusive experience in Istanbul for 3 days.

The historical districts of Fener and Balat will be visited with accompany of a professional tour guide will give you a chance to see most authentic atmosphere of the area.
The live commentary of a professional local tour guide is at high importance as all churches have different history and importance in life of people who live in Istanbul both in christian and Muslim communities.
In the narrow streets of Fener and Balat districts we will see small shops selling local products and original artifacts of artists who is trying to enrich the modern culture of area.
Auctions in one of these small shops can be witnessed in various hours of the day and traditional vendue culture of Turkish people will be a joy if it's your first time to experience such a thing in your life.
Greek Orthodox Patriarchate is one of our stops to do praying in historical center and you can drink from ayazma of church (holy spring of orthodox greeks)
Please remember Sundays are always more crowded than other days

Explore Istanbul in three fascinating ways on this action-packed, 3.5-hour sightseeing tour by boat, coach and cable car. Sail along the Bosphorus Strait past the imposing Rumeli Fortress, Yildiz Palace and wooden Ottoman houses. Then get back on land to wonder at the ancient City Walls, iron-paneled St Stephens Church and colorful former Jewish district on a coach tour. Finish with a memorable cable car ride up Pierre Loti Hill and relax over drinks (own expense) as you take in the spectacular views of the city and the Golden Horn spread below.