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The last stop of the Orient Express

Sirkeci to İstiklal on foot: the route Agatha Christie's passengers took.

RUПоследняя остановка Восточного экспресса
ENThe last stop of the Orient Express
TRŞark Ekspresi'nin son durağı
LocationIstanbul
Duration5 h
Tour formatWalking tour
Capacity1–5 pax
Guide language
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ConfirmationConfirmed same working day
Pick-upHotel or specified address

The experience

Every great railway story seems to find its way to Istanbul. This walk begins at the final stop of the Orient Express, Sirkeci Station, where the clocks and chandeliers still preserve the atmosphere of another age. From there, the route follows the spice-scented streets of Eminönü, crosses Galata Bridge among the fishermen and continues past the tower towards İstiklal. Sultans, spies and the novelist who stayed at Pera Palace accompany the story. A half-day journey on foot, rich in history and atmosphere.

Highlights

  • Sirkeci Station: the last stop of the Orient Express, the gateway to Europe
  • The mystic air of the Basilica Cistern and a walk across Galata Bridge
  • Art Nouveau façades along Pera and the historic room of the Pera Palace
  • The frescoes of Saint Antoine and local flavours in Çiçek Pasajı
  • Modern Turkish painting and sculpture, then a tasting in a historic cellar

What's included

  • Licensed private guide
  • 24/7 local operations coordination

Not included

  • Meals not stated in the programme
  • Entrance fees not listed above
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Sirkeci Station
  2. Basilica Cistern
  3. Galata Bridge
  4. Pera Avenue
  5. Pera Palace
  6. Saint Antoine Church
  7. Çiçek Pasajı
  8. Museum of modern art
  9. Wine tasting in a historic cellar

Stops flex with the weather, traffic and your guest's pace.

Important information

What to know before you go

  • Private tour: your guide and programme are only for your group.
  • With an officially licensed guide you use the guide entrance and skip the queues at museums.
  • Museum entries are not included; tickets are paid at the gate.
  • The route runs at walking pace; comfortable shoes are recommended.
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off can be added as an optional service.

Additional services

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