Highlights of Istanbul Old City Tour for Cruise and Hotel Guests

Duration6h - 8h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 14 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

A full-day tour with all the highlights of the old city of Istanbul. You'll see Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar ,Basilica Cistern and more. Explore the historical traces of the two greatest epochs – Byzantine and Ottoman Empire in the heart of Istanbul!
FOR CRUISE GUESTS : Pick up and drop off will be from Galata Port ( Cruise Port)

The pick-up and drop-off by public transport such as tram, etc...

If your hotel is located in the main attraction area, the guide will pick you up by walking from your hotel.

Our main attraction visits are close to each other, therefore you will walk between every attraction you will visit. There is no any other vehicle usage except pick-up and drop-off.

During the tour you are able to visit some shops such as Carpet showroom, leather, turkish delight, jewelry, etc...

Stores to visit:
Carpet Showroom
Leather Factory

Options

PRIVATE TOUR WITH VAN

This option: Included private guide and vehicle. You can customise tour with your guide
Pİck up and drop off: Its included. We can pick up from Galata Port Istanbul or Hotels in Istanbul
Duration: 6 hours: This tour usually takes 5-6 hours byt according your request can be shorter or little bit longer
Food and Drinks: They are NOT INCLUDED. Your local guide can recommend you best traditional or international cuisine for you
Starting and Ending: ISTANBUL CRUISE PORT-GALATA PORT-ISTANBUL HOTELS ( SHOULD BE IN PICK UP POINTS)
New Brand Mercedes: If you choose this option, you'll be picked up and dropped off with Mercedes Vito/Sprinter.
Cultural Stops: Visit authentic Turkish workshops showcasing handwoven carpets, fine leather goods, ceramics, jewelry, and local handicrafts
Pickup included

Public & Walking Guided Tour

This Option: Provide semi private-private tour with local expert tour guide and using public transport
Pick up and Drop off: Istanbul Galataport -Cruise Port and Istanbul Hotels ( Should be in pick up points and near by public transport)
Duration: 6 hours: This tour it takes 5-6 hours
Food & Drinks: NOT INCLUDED . Your tour guide help you about best food and options
Starting and Ending: Galata Port of Istanbul -Istanbul Hotels
Public: Using public tram or bus
Cultural Stops: ISTANBUL CRUISE PORT-GALATA PORT-ISTANBUL HOTELS ( SHOULD BE IN PICK UP POINTS)
Pickup included

What's included

Public Transport Such as Tram
Galata Port Cruise or Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off
Professional Licensed Tour Guide
Discover the Art of Turkish Handcrafts: Carpets, Leather, Ceramics & Jewelry

Food & Drinks
Guide Tips – Gratitue
Hagia Sophia
Topkapi Palace
Entrance fees of Basilica Cistern

What to expect

Hippodrome
30m

Hippodrome. It was the center of sport activities of Constantinople. Famous with 4 monuments, The German Fountain of Wilhelm II, Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, Column of Constantine.
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 mosuqe by Ottoman Emperor Fatih Sultan Mehmet. It was converted into a museum in 1935 and welcoming both local and foreign visitors.
Blue Mosque
1h

Blue Mosque, as known as the Sultanahmet Mosque (under renovation now), 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)
TopkapI Palace
1h 30m · Admission ticket not included

Topkapi Palace, which has been home to the Ottoman dynasty for many years, was used educational administrative and art center of state. Get knowledge about the imperial treasury sacred islamic relics, palace kitchens, weapons. (Closed on Tuesday)
Basilica Cistern
45m · Admission ticket not included

Basilica Cistern
Discover Istanbul’s largest surviving Byzantine underground water reservoir, famous for its impressive columns, mysterious atmosphere, and Medusa head sculptures dating back to the 6th century
Hagia Irene Museum
45m · Admission ticket not included

Hagia Irene also called as “St. Eirene” or “St.Irene’s” 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)
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.
Grand Bazaar
30m

Grand Bazaar

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Transportation & Meeting Information

Pick-up and drop-off may be provided by public transportation such as tram or on foot, depending on your hotel location.

For guests staying in the main tourist areas, our licensed guide will meet you at your hotel or within walking distance. This service is available for hotels located in Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, and Laleli areas.

For cruise ship passengers arriving at Galataport, our meeting point is in front of Hafız Mustafa Sweets Shop. Detailed meeting instructions will be provided after booking

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
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 entarance fee is 25 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE
Basilica Cistern entrance fee is 2250 TRY.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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