• Galata Tower - Experience a stunning view of Istanbul’s panorama from the top of this iconic tower. This remarkable fortification, dating back to 1348, was constructed by Genoese Italians and is one of the city’s most distinctive landmarks.
• The Quincentennial Foundation Museum of Turkish Jews - Discover the Museum of Turkish Jews, featuring artifacts that trace the history of Jewish people in Turkey, along with an art gallery and synagogue. It’s an excellent place to learn about the Jewish heritage in Turkey.
• Kamondo Stairs - A graceful set of 19th-century art nouveau stairs leading to the Galata Tower, these stairs are a popular spot for photography.
• Arap Camii - During the Ottoman era, Beyoğlu (formerly known as Pera) was Istanbul’s European Quarter. It was home to embassies, trading centers, and elegant 19th-century Parisian-style apartment buildings.
• Galata Koprusu - This bascule bridge spans the Golden Horn, providing both a practical and symbolic connection between two significant parts of Istanbul.
• Halic - Halic, also known as the Golden Horn, is an inlet that separates the old and new sections of Istanbul. The views of this waterway are breathtaking, especially at dawn or dusk.
• Fener Rum Patrikhanesi - The Ecumenical Patriarchate is acknowledged as the spiritual center (essentially the “Vatican”) of Eastern Orthodox Christians.
• Fener & Balat - The vibrant streets of Fener and Balat are waiting to be explored. These neighborhoods, along with Ayvansaray, Balat, and Fener, offer a miniature chronicle of Byzantine, Ottoman, and modern times. They have hosted the most influential empires and their monuments, housing a diverse array of communities.
• Bulgarian Orthodox Church - This intriguing neo-Gothic church is painted white and uniquely constructed from cast iron sections. It was “cast” in Vienna in 1896 and transported to Istanbul.
• Vlaherna Meryem Ana Church - A deeply emotional and spiritual site.
• Walls of Constantinople (Istanbul City Walls) - The walls of Constantinople were the most formidable fortifications of the medieval era. With various towers and gates, large sections remain largely intact today.
• Historic Areas of Istanbul - The historic city of Istanbul, the only city in the world situated on two continents, served as the capital of three great empires: Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman.
• Karakoy - Karaköy is one of the city’s oldest and most historic districts, now serving as a vital commercial center and transport hub.
• Istanbul - Istanbul

• Donations
• Professional guide
• Small group experience
• Transport by Ferry, Tram, Bus

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Gratuities

We are fervently dedicated to exploring the less visited historical gems of this extraordinary city by foot. Our tour commences at the striking Galata Tower that provides a panoramic view of the enchanting beauty of the Bosphorus and the Old City. We guide you away from the main tourist routes towards multi-cultural areas of Fener, Balat, and Ayvansaray. These are the vintage neighborhoods of Istanbul where the boundary of Constantinople officially ends which indicates exploring the surviving city walls of the Byzantines and revealing historical churches, mosques, synagogues, traditional residences, and even the ruins of a palace. Our tour culminates with a serene ferry trip along the Golden Horn.

• IF ALL INCLUSIVE OPTION IS NOT SELECTED: Galata Tower entry fee (30 EUR pp) is not included in the tour price.
• Not stroller accessible
• There is a moderate amount of walking involved

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.