City Of Mixed Cultures - Ends At Airport

Following the departure from the pier, the first stop will be Hagia Sophia, the most important Byzantine monument in the world. The intricate mosaics that adorn its ceilings and walls are of immeasurable artistic and historic value. After completing the visit of the St Sophia you will see the Hippodrome and the world famous Blue Mosque from outside then we will drive to the Spice Market. Here you will find the flavor of Istanbul… Known as the Egyptian Bazaar in Turkish (Misir Carsisi), this is of one of the best places from which to take a taste of the city home with you. One of numerous markets in Istanbul, this is a great one to stroll through, sampling the aromatic air of spices from across Turkey, the Middle East, and Northern Africa. You will also probably be enticed by other shops of all flavors and types, selling goods ranging from sweets and spices to Turkish souvenirs, exotic aphrodisiacs, Iranian caviar and Turkish saffron. At the end of the tour, it will be time to start the journey for the airport to take the flights back home