Private Tour: Explore the Istanbul Old City

5.0 (1 reviews) Istanbul, Turkey
Duration4h - 6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Let’s start to explore Istanbul. The first visit is Hippodrome. It was the center of sports activities in Constantinople.

Haghia Sophia, is the most famous museum in Turkey and one of the greatest marvels of architecture. Hagia Sophia was built as a church in the 6th century .

Blue Mosque, as known as the Sultanahmet Mosque, this breathtaking building is one of the most majestic Ottoman mosques in all of Turkey. Also, it was built with unique 6 minarets. (Closed on Friday)

Topkapi Palace, which has been home to the Ottoman dynasty for many years, was used for educational administration and as the art center of the state. Get knowledge about the imperial treasury´s sacred Islamic relics, palace kitchens, and weapons. (Closed on Tuesday)

Grand Bazaar, is the biggest market and the most attractive shopping center of Istanbul which has lots of shopping opportunities with carpets, leather, jewelry, Turkish delight, gold, antique tiles, etc.. (Closed on Sunday)

What's included

  • Pick Up & Drop Off
  • Public transport such as tram
  • Professional Licensed Tour Guide
  • 100% satisfaction guarantee
  • Meals & Beverages
  • Driver & Guide Tips
  • Entrance fee of Hagia Sophia 25 €
  • Topkapi palace entrance fee is 2750 TRY

What to expect

  1. Istanbul
    30m
    Let’s start to explore Istanbul. The first visit is Hippodrome. It was the center of sports activities in Constantinople. Famous with 4 monuments; The German Fountain of Wilhelm II, Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, and Column of Constantine.
  2. Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Haghia Sophia, is the most famous museum in Turkey and one of the greatest marvels of architecture. Hagia Sophia was built as a church in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian then in 1453 renovated into a mosque by Ottoman Emperor Fatih Sultan Mehmet. It was converted into a museum in 1935 and welcomed both local and foreign visitors.
  3. Blue Mosque
    45m
    Blue Mosque, as known as the Sultanahmet Mosque, this breathtaking building is one of the most majestic Ottoman mosques in all of Turkey. Also, it was built with unique 6 minarets. (Closed on Friday)
  4. TopkapI Palace
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Topkapi Palace, which has been home to the Ottoman dynasty for many years, was used for educational administration and as the art center of the state. Get knowledge about the imperial treasury´s sacred Islamic relics, palace kitchens, and weapons. (Closed on Tuesday)
  5. Grand Bazaar
    1h
    Grand Bazaar, is the biggest market and the most attractive shopping center of Istanbul which has lots of shopping opportunities with carpets, leather, jewelry, Turkish delight, gold, antique tiles, etc.. (Closed on Sunday)
  6. Feshane Rugs
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Visit a traditional carpet weaving village to discover the art of handmade Turkish carpets, watch local artisans at work, and learn about centuries-old weaving techniques and natural dyes.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

If you are staying in Sultanahmet area, the guide will meet with you at the reception. Tour will be walking tour.

There is no pick-up with vehicle, you will use public transportation.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Topkapi palace entrance fee is 2750 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
  • Hagia Sophia entrance fee is 25 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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