Best of Istanbul: Full-Day City Tour with Expert Guide

4.0 (3 reviews) Istanbul, Turkey
Duration6h - 8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 14 travelers

Overview

First visit is Hippodrome. It was the center of sport activities of Constantinople. Famous with 4 monuments.

Haghia Sophia, is the most famous museum in Turkey and one of the greatest marvels of architecture. (Closed on Monday)

Blue Mosque, as known as the Sultanahmet Mosque, this breath-taking building is one of the most majestic Ottoman Mosques in all of Turkey. (Closed on Friday)

Topkapi Palace, which has been home to the Ottoman dynasty for many years, was used for educational administrative and as the art center of the state. (Closed on Tuesday)

Grand Bazaar, is the biggest market and the most attractive shopping center of Istanbul which has lots of shopping opportunities. (Closed on Sunday)

Hagia Irene also called as “St. Eirene” Church. It is one of the oldest Byzantium churches in Istanbul, was the 2nd largest church of the Eastern Roman Empire after Hagia Sophia. (Closed on Tuesday)

What's included

  • Insurance
  • Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off-Guide meet at Sultanahmet Hotels or Hagis Sophia
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Meal & Beverages
  • Personal Expenses
  • Driver & Guide Tips – Gratitue
  • Entrance fee of Hagia Sophia 25 €
  • Entrance fee of Topkapi Palace 2750 TRY
  • Transportation

What to expect

  1. Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Haghia Sophia, is the most famous museum in Turkey and one of the greatest marvels of architecture. Haghia 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 welcoming both local and foreign visitors. (Closed on Monday)
  2. Blue Mosque
    1h
    Blue Mosque, as known as the Sultanahmet Mosque, this breath-taking building is one of the most majestic Ottoman Mosques in all of Turkey. Also it was built with unique 6 minarets. (Closed on Friday)
  3. 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 administrative and as the art center of the state. Get knowledge about the imperial treasury sacred islamic relics, palace kitchens and weapons. (Closed on Tuesday)
  4. 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, jewellery, turkish delight, gold, antique tiles etc.. (Closed on Sunday)
  5. Hippodrome
    30m
    Let’s start to explore Istanbul. First visit is Hippodrome. It was the center of sport activities of Constantinople. Famous with 4 monuments; The German Fountain of Wilhelm II, Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column and Column of Constantine.
  6. Hagia Irene Museum
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    Hagia Irene also called as “St. Eirene” Church. It is one of the oldest Byzantium churches in Istanbul, was the 2nd largest church of the Eastern Roman Empire after Hagia Sophia. (Closed on Tuesday)
  7. 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.
  8. Grand Bazaar
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Grand Bazaar

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Guide can meet with you Sultanahmet Area Hotels or in front of Hagia Sophia Mosque

End point

Guide can meet with you Sultanahmet Area Hotels or in front of Hagia Sophia Mosque

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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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