Description

Full-Day Jewish Heritage Tour in Istanbul
Karakoy – Fener – Balat – Ortakoy

Available all year long Except Saturdays and Jewish High Holidays !

• A copy of your passport picture page is needed in advanced for Synagogue visit permits.
• Passport or Id is required during the tour to enter the synagogues.
• Lunch is Included ( Kosher Meal is extra upon request )

Synagogue Visits In Istanbul

Full Day Istanbul Jewish History Tour Itinerary

09:30 Pickup from Hotel or Cruise port
* Exploring Galata and Karakoy Quarter
* 500 year Turkish jewish Museum
* Neve Shalom Synagogue
* Jewish Neighborhood
* Schneider Tempel
* Camondo Steps
* Visiting Ortakoy Area
* Visiting Etz Ahayim Synagogue
* Lunch
* Visit Fener and Balat Jewish Quarter
* Ahrida Synagogue
* Yanbol Synagogue
* Turkish Tea & Coffe Break
* Spice Bazaar
15:30 Return Back to Hotel / Cruise Port

Private Full-Day Jewish Heritage ( Synagogue ) Visits in Istanbul

Cost :
2 Guest and More = 350 Usd per person
1 Guest = 650 Usd. ( Private Tour )

Appointment times are given by the Rabbinate and Synagogues.

NOTE : In Turkey because of the security reasons; we need to inform the visitors arrival to the Synagogues
and get a special permission from the rabbinate. In order to do this we need the passport copies of each guests, hotel adresses & ask our guests to fill our a special form that is given by the Rabbinate. E-mail.

The Ashkenazi Synagogue in Istanbul
Located near the Galata Tower, it is the only active Ashkenazi Synagogue open to visits and prayers. Founded by Ashkenazim of Austrian origin in 1900, it is the last remaining synagogue among a total of three built by Ashkenazim. Visits con be made during weekday mornings and for Shabbat services on Saturday mornings.

The Neve Shalom Synagogue in Istanbul
Built and opened in 1951 and the scene of a tragic terrorist attack in 1986, it is the largest synagogue in Istanbul where most of the religious ceremonies are held. The Neve Shalom is open to the public for morning visits during the weekdays and for Shabbat prayers every Saturday morning.

The Ahrida Synagogue in Istanbul
Located in Balat near the Golden Horn, built by Jews of Ohri (Macedonia) more than 550 years ago and recently renovated during the Quincentennial Celebrations in 1992, the Ahrida Synagogue is known foremost by its boat-shaped bimah. It can only be visited during weekday mornings.

Etz Ahayim Synagogue in Istanbul
Located in Ortakoy, near the European leg of the Bosphorus Bridge. When the previous synagogue burned down in 1941 with only the marble Aron-ha-Kodesh remaining, the new synagogue was rebuilt on the location of the then midrash. Visits can be made with previous appointments and both weekday and Shabbat services can be attended likewise.

Why  to Book This Experience in Istanbul
Flexible tour starting time
Private experience just for you with our licenced professional tour guides
Discover the old Jewish districts of Istanbul
Have nice ferry ride between Galata and Balat
Tour with the safety of our guests

Contact Us For the Personalised Tour
Pleease Contact us soo we make an organised tailor made tour for you
info@istanbuljewishheritagetours.com
+90 544 220 10 22 – Call or Whatsapp 

Important Information ;
Due to security reasons; we need to inform the visitors arrival to the Synagogues and get a special permission from the rabbinate. In order to do this we need the passport copies of each guests, hotel adresses & get permission to enter the synagogues.

What is Included ;
Mercedes Minivan Transportation Service with Driver.
Luch & Tea Break.
All Entrance Fees.
Professional Licensed Tour guide
Local taxes

What is Excluded ;
Tip

What to Bring
Passport or ID card for entrances required by the rabbinate

Cancellation 
Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 work days before the tour date.
Your tour can be canceled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

Here you can see our other Jewish Heritage Tours in Istanbul ;

• Half-Day Afternoon Jewish Heritage Tour in Istanbul

• Half Day Morning Jewish Heritage Tour in Istanbul

• Full-Day Jewish Heritage Tour in Istanbul

• Half Day Jewish Heritage-Half Day Bosphorus Tour

• Half Day Jewish Heritage Tour-Half Day Sultanahmet in Istanbul

Contact : Istanbul Jewish Heritage Tours
Whatsapp: +90 544 220 10 22