Discover another side of Istanbul
The Alternative Route is designed for travellers who want to explore more of Istanbul.
Licensed professional guide. Available in English, German, French, Italian or Spanish. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off, admission tickets and lunch.
Süleymaniye Mosque stands on the third hill of Istanbul's historic peninsula.
Category: Daily tour.
Brief itinerary
- Süleymaniye Mosque.
- Panorama 1453 Museum.
- City walls.
- Pierre Loti Hill.
- Miniatürk.
Published tour days
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Included & Not Included
Included services
- Tour specified in the itinerary.
- Museum admission tickets.
- Professional tour guide.
- Lunch.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Not included
- Additional visits.
- Optional tours.
- Meals not specified in the itinerary.
- Drinks with lunch.
Detailed Tour Program
Süleymaniye Mosque: Süleyman the Magnificent commissioned Mimar Sinan to build this architectural masterpiece between 1551 and 1557. Visit the mosque and the important parts of the complex, including the tombs of Süleyman, his wife Hürrem Sultan and the architect Sinan.
Panorama 1453 Museum: Discover the story of the battle between the Byzantines and the Ottomans during the conquest of Istanbul in 1453 through the panoramic presentation.
City walls: Built to protect the city in the Roman period, some sections remain in good condition. Drive alongside them on the way to the next stop.
Pierre Loti Hill: Reach the historic café named after the French writer Pierre Loti, whose real name was Julien Viaud. He lived in Istanbul for many years and is said to have visited the café frequently. The hill provides a beautiful view over the Golden Horn.
Miniatürk: This open-air museum presents miniature models of Turkey's important places, including Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Topkapı Palace, Hagia Sophia, the Bosphorus Bridge and Istanbul Atatürk Airport.
Return to your hotel after the tour.
Additional Information
After you send an inquiry or request a booking, we contact you within 24 hours to discuss your preferences, hotel location and other trip details. Some areas of the places in the itinerary may be under restoration.
