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Istanbul: Private Iznik Nicaea Christian Heritage Tour

By WE GO TURKİYE TRAVEL
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$818 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover the ancient city of İznik on a private day trip from Istanbul
  • Visit the Hagia Sophia of İznik, a historic church and mosque
  • Walk beside the ancient Roman walls and monumental gates
  • See the Green Mosque and the Nilüfer Hatun Imaret
  • Enjoy free time and an optional lunch by Lake İznik

Activity location

    • Istanbul
    • Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Istanbul
    • Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye

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Istanbul: Private Iznik Nicaea Christian Heritage Tour

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

This option includes only a private vehicle and driver service. A tour guide and museum entrance fees are not included.

Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
AU$817.82 x 1 TravellerAU$817.82
Total
Price is AU$817.82
Until Mon, 10 Aug

Private Iznik Nicaea Christian Heritage Tour

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

This option includes a professional tour guide and all museum entrance fees.

Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
AU$1,226.74 x 1 TravellerAU$1,226.74
Total
Price is AU$1,226.74
Until Mon, 10 Aug

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Visit to Hagia Sophia of İznik
  • Inclusions
    Walk beside ancient Roman walls and monumental gates
  • Inclusions
    Visit to local İznik tile ateliers
  • Inclusions
    Visit to the Green Mosque
  • Inclusions
    Visit to the Nilüfer Hatun Imaret
  • Inclusions
    Visit to the Roman Theatre
  • Inclusions
    Free time by Lake İznik
  • Exclusions
    Lunch

What you can expect

  • This is the only tour from Istanbul exclusively dedicated to the Christian history of Iznik (ancient Nicaea)—the city where the Nicene Creed was formulated. The experience blends deep spiritual significance, stunning natural scenery, Ottoman heritage, and comfortable private travel.

    Tour Highlights

    The only tour focused on Early Christianity and the Ecumenical Councils

    Visit the exact location where the Nicene Creed was written

    Guided by a certified expert in Christian and Byzantine history

    Explore the Hagia Sophia of Iznik, site of the First and Second Ecumenical Councils

    Discover ancient city walls, Roman gates, and archaeological remains of Nicaea

    See Iznik Lake, believed to be a baptism site for early Christians

    Enjoy a lakeside lunch with peaceful panoramic views

    Travel in comfort with a private vehicle, hotel pickup, and flexible schedule

    Ideal for Christian pilgrims, Biblical history enthusiasts, and culturally curious travellers seeking a meaningful and enriching journey.

Location

Activity location

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    • Istanbul
    • Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Istanbul
    • Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye