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Duration
daily
Max Group Size
40
Departure Type
Request
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
relax
Operated In
English
Age Requirement
12 - 99 Ages
Tour Overview
Take the scenic route from Balat to Tekfur. Learn about the Jewish community in Istanbul. See the old city walls and the ruins of Tekfur Saray.
Attractions
Highlights
Itinerary
Join us for a walking tour around the bright, colourful neighbourhood of Balat. The area is undergoing a rejuvenation and the old houses have been renovated and painted bright colours, making the area very instagram-worthy! There's a lot of history to be found here and many sites are UNESCO heritage protected. During the Ottoman Empire, Jewish people were resettled in Balat and there were once seven synagogues here, but today only two are in good condition, Ahrida and Yambol Synagogues, which we will visit. We'll also see Armenian churches including the Church of Surp Hreşdagabet and the famous cast-iron Church of St Stephen, a Bulgarian Orthodox Church. Finally, we'll walk by the city walls and the ruins of the Byzantine palace, Tekfur Saray. We hope your tour will be a memorable one and we look forward to see you in the future on another TravelShop Booking Tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for choosing TravelShop Booking.
Trip includes
Included
Professional English-speaking tour guides
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Return transfer to your hotel
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
Guided Balat to Tekfur: Mystery walk in the Old Town
Excluded
Lunch
Insurance: All types
Personal expenses: Lunches, extras at hotel or additional meals
Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers
City Tax
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