Istanbul Private Old Town Tour By Art Historian

Istanbul, Turkey
Duration5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Take an Art Historian tour of Istanbul led by a knowledgeable local. You have the option of letting him handle all the excellent and essential planning, or you can alter it to suit your preferences. In addition to helping you experience history, a ton of laughs, loads of pictures, customs, and of course the legendary Istanbul, your guide will be there even if you just have one day to explore this city.

In five hours, we promise not to squander your time and never pressure you into looking at or purchasing a carpet or leather jacket. Yunus, a single local art historian, will be your tour guide for the entire duration. Take your time and experience this stunning city of Istanbul without feeling rushed.

What's included

  • Licensed Art Historian Guide
  • Private Tour
  • Food and drinks
  • Museum Entry Fees
  • Pick Up and Drop Off Service
  • Topkapı Palace Entry ticket fee 1500 Turkish Liras per person

What to expect

  1. Blue Mosque
    1h · Admission ticket included
    -Blue Mosque/ Sultanahmet Mosque: Although known by many as Blue Mosque it is the mosque of Sultan Ahmet who gave the name to the famous square of Istanbul' Old Town 'Sultanahmet Square'
    Did you know that the blue tiles inside the mosque are called Turkuaz(turquoise) Color created by the Turkish People themselves?
  2. Hippodrome
    30m · Admission ticket included
    -Hippodrome is the Arena with all the monuments located from the Tombstone of Ancient Pharaoh to the Symbole of Brotherhood Serpent Column
  3. Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
    Pass by
    - Hagia Sophia/ Santa Sophia: The head temple and maybe one of the most welcoming ones that continues to appeal to the Christians and Muslims at the same time. However is Sophia only a girl's name?
    Duration - Not interior visit- Since 15th January 2024 the entrance fee of Hagia Sophia, visitor entrance to the Second floor is 25 Euro
  4. TopkapI Palace
    2h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    - Topkapı Palace and Harem: Istanbul had more than 20 times attempts to be conquered by many but the Ottoman Empire Sultan Mehmet was the only one to achieve it. Topkapı Palace is the art of the only conqueror of Istanbul. It is the Palace of Victory that has seen many celebrations of the Ottoman Empire
  5. Basilica Cistern
    Pass by
    For the Turkish People, it was an Underground Palace but for the Roman Emperors, it was the water resource.
  6. Grand Bazaar
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Welcome to one culture that stays even for Modern Days... Bazaar culture of Istanbul. Once you go inside the entrance like a fortress you will join another world and of course, we are not talking about Matrix. Or do we? Blue or red...

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The guide with the red strip License with a black umbrella will be at the meeting point, so it will be easy to recognize him in front of German Fountain

End point

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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