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Discover Islamic Culture Through Walking Tour

Duration: 2h
Languages: English
Guru: iWalk
Quality Verified Registered on August 30, 2021

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    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Welcome to Istanbul Dear Walkers!

Islam is the major practiced religion in Turkiye and in order to discover its characteristics we design this tour for walkers who come from non-islamic background.

As a route of the tour we have 2 Unesco World Heritage Destinations of Old City, Suleymaniye Mosque and Pantakrator Monastery.  The tour route finishes at more local, residential area of practising muslims.


We will take off from the daily relations of muslims into the social practices in order to understand Islam as it is explained inner and external peace. 

In this tour program we would like to cover 

> Daily and weekly practises of muslims in the mosque context
> Social life in the local practising muslim areas
> Sufism, mystical understanding of Islam


Visiting the following places all in a row:

  • Suleymaniye Mosque
  • Suleymaniye Historical Ottoman Mansions
  • The Aqueduct of Valens 
  • Zeyrek Mosque (Formerly a church) 
  • Zeyrek Cistern Panoramic Old City View Terrace
  • Tokadi Sufi Cemetary
  • Old City Local Butcher Bazaar
  • Fatih Mosque and the Complex
  • Atpazarı as local muslim youth cafes 
  • Malta Bazaar
  • Islamic Instıtutions, Charity Organisations (from outside)



*Please note that at the end of the tour, you are expected to tip the guide minimum 10 Pound, 10 Dollar, 10 Euro or 400 liras per person


**Please dress modestly as we have mosque visits during this tour. (We recommend bringing along scarves and shawls to be able to cover certain parts of the body)

Themes of the tour #islamiculture #islamiccivilisation #halalfood



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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Süleymaniye, Süleymaniye Cd. No:21, 3...
    Süleymaniye, Süleymaniye Cd. No:21, 34116 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey
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    I will be waiting you in front of the Coffee Gutta

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Suleymaniye Mosque
  • 2
    Outside visit
    At Pazarı Street for Local Muslim Youth
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Pantakrator Monastary(Currently Mosque)
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Ladies' Market
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Tomb of Mehmed the 2nd, Conqueror of Constantinople
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Malta Bazaar

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

186 ratings
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4.91
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4.59
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4.81
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4.82
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4.87
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Franciele 28 Apr 2024
Porto Alegre

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
One of the best tours I’ve ever been a part of. Very unique and interesting, goes out of the usual sightseeing and offers you more insight on culture and Islam. Fatih is a great guide who not only shared a lot about his religion but also made sure we experienced things like food, tea and contact with locals. I believe everyone should take this tour to understand the city and Turkey a little better. Thanks a lot Fatih!
Vannessa 28 Apr 2024
Brisbane

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Travelled alone - Apr 2024
I loved this walk (even in the rain)! It was really informative and the tea and soup at the cultural centre was a nice bonus. Fatih made sure everyone was comfortable and pace was good. Thank you
Clare 28 Apr 2024
Northampton

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
We were really impressed with our tour with Fatih. Not only did he teach us lots about Islamic culture and traditions, but he took us into some wonderful locations and also tried some delicious traditional food tastings along the way. We would highly recommend this walk to anyone visiting Istanbul and those that want to learn more about the Islamic faith.
Thorben 24 Apr 2024
Berlin

Verified booking
Travelled in group - Apr 2024
It was great! He is a great tourguide, answer each question und had a lot of time for us. Thanks so much!
Sonja 15 Apr 2024

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
Fatih was a friendly and knowledgeable guide that provided a very good experience those with little to no knowledge about Islam. The selection of places was wonderful, distance just right and local tips at the end were very appreciated. Highly recommended insight into Islam in general and in Türkiye, you will not be disappointed, give it a go! The worst that will happen is that you learn new things.
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts reservations up to 30 people.
Pets
Not suitable for pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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