Istanbul's Hidden Gems: Small-Group Tour of Eyup, Pierre Loti Hill and Kariye Museum

Uncover Istanbul’s hidden gems on this small-group tour of Eyup, Pierre Loti Hill, and Kariye Museum. Explore the Eyup cemetery, enjoy panoramic views from Pierre Loti Hill, marvel at the stunning mosaics in the Kariye Museum, and immerse yourself in local culture.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Misir Carsisi (Spice Market) - Accompanied by a guide, explore this 400-year-old market and hear captivating tales about the shops, their owners, and the patrons. Feel free to enter the shops and savor the diverse flavors the market presents.
  • Chora Museum - Be enchanted by the frescoes and mosaics, considered the finest of the late Roman…
What's Included
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Local guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's Not Included
  • Lunch and drink
  • Hotel pick up (Please put your full details so we can pick you from hotel depending on group size)
Additional Information

Escape the bustling crowds of Sultanahmet and explore a different aspect of Istanbul with this intimate 8-hour tour of Eyup, Pierre Loti Hill, and the Golden Horn. Participants will have the opportunity to visit the Eyup cemetery, Pierre Loti Hill, the Kariye Museum (Chora Church), the Ecumenical Orthodox Patriarchate, and the Suleymaniye Mosque, while soaking in the vibrant local culture throughout the journey.

Location
Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
Rustem Pasa Mahallesi, Erzak Ambari Sok. No:92, Eminonu - Fatih
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Maria_z
May 2, 2023
Terrific Tour of Some Istanbul Gems - This was a great tour of some of the less popular sites in Istanbul. The guide was terrific, the pace was leisurely, the building were beautiful, and the lunch delicious.
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Jeffrey_s
Nov 18, 2022
My guide Ece was... - My guide Ece was extremely knowledgeable, patient and accommodating. This made my experience of Istanbul all the more enriching and unforgettable. She is also street smart and resourceful. I would highly recommend her!
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Joan_c
Jul 16, 2022
Charming little visited area in Istanbul - Emel was friendly and very well informed and enthusiastic! We appreciated that she made sure we saw as much as possible and had many helpful shopping tips! The lunch we had with her was fantastic as wwll
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Jet98581
Feb 11, 2020
Another beautiful day in Istanbul - Besides the fact that Istanbul is one of my favourite, most beautiful cities in the world, I thoroughly enjoyed this day trip.
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Maivagp
May 30, 2019
Excellent - I loved taking the tour. For a strange reason, that day I was the only person doing it and Ece, the guide contacted me to pick me up at the hotel. It ended up being a private tour Ece was amazing. Lots of information, very friendly. Drinking tea at Pierre Loti gives peace. A stunning view from there The tour is highly recommended. Thanks Ece for everything!
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Liesel_j
Apr 16, 2019
Great Guide - This tour was totally worthwhile. My guide Ece was so knowledgeable and lovely. The mosaics in the Chora museum are quite close as the church is small so much better to see than in for example, the Hagia Sophia. I was also impressed that they did not cancel or defer the tour due to me being the only person on that tour that day. Great day!
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Roshni2011
Apr 2, 2019
Excellent tour of some less visited areas of Istanbul - Services of the pleasant tour guide, knowledge and pacing of the tour were all excellent. Would highly recommend this tour.
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Linda
Aug 21, 2016
This was a well done tour with a... - <p>This was a well done tour with a knowledgeable guide. We saw quite a lot. The Chora Church was a particular highlight. Our guide gave details that helped us to understand. Our inexpensive lunch was at an authentic place where everyone else was local. This was a lovely tour I will never forget and would highly recommend.</p>
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Antsy13
May 21, 2018
We have to. - You have to visit it , it is not so popular with tourists but very crowded by those of the place , very nice very typical and well maintained :Located in the heights the cemetery that climbs walking or by cable car and looks very good
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From $290
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).