Daily Istanbul Highlights - Private Guided Tour with Nuri Erbay

5.0 (9 reviews) Istanbul, Turkey
Duration2h - 5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesJapanese, English, Turkish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

❌ Museum entrance fees are not included.

✅ This is a Private Guided & Shopping Tour
✅ No waiting in the line except Mosque

✅ Travellers may purchase the tickets directly at the museum ticket office without waiting in line when accompanied by your licensed tour guide.

The old city tour which includes iconic landmarks like Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, Hagia Sophia (from outside) offers an immersive experience of Istanbul’s rich history, Romen, Ottoman, and early Christian cultures

it's a worth seeing for families with children and adventure seekers
Sultanahmet district is a living museum for any travelers

Each of these landmarks offers a unique architectural experience:

Blue Mosque: The symmetrical beauty of this mosque, adorned with blue Iznik tiles

Basilica Cistern which was used as a water architecture during the Romen Empire period.

Grand Bazaar ; Oldest bazaar.

Shopping ; We'll visit local shops and get some infomation about Turkish Rugs, Tiles and Leather.

What's included

  • Private Tour Guide with Nuri Erbay
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch
  • Museum Tickets

What to expect

  1. Blue Mosque
    20m
    Sultanahmet Camii as known as Blue Mosque is one of the most magnificent buildings in Turkey. The building is not just a mosque, it is also a social life complex. Its name comes from blue Iznik tiles covered interior of the mosque.
  2. Hippodrome
    20m
    We’ll see amazing monuments in the ancient Hippodrome, including the Egyptian Obelisk, the German Fountain of Wilhelm II, the Serpentine Column, and the Column of Constantine.
  3. Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Hagia Sophia is the oldest and fastest completed church of the Eastern Romen Empire which is converted as a mosque.
    it's really very famous with it's beautiful mosaics.
    The entrance fee is not icluded.
  4. Grand Bazaar
    45m
    Grand Bazaar is closed on Sunday.
    it's the one of the biggest and oldest bazaar of the city with over 2000 shops.
  5. Basilica Cistern
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    The Basilica Cistern, an ancient underground water reservoir in Istanbul, features stunning columns and a mysterious ambiance, reflecting the city's rich history and architectural brilliance

    Note : ''Admission is not included''

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your Guide will hold a yellow umbrella and will be waiting for you with the travellers name on his/her flag at the meeting point.
(Our guide and travellers will meet just in front of the German fountain)

End point

Your Guide will hold a yellow umbrella and will be waiting for you with the travellers name on his/her flag at the meeting point.
(Our guide and travellers will meet just in front of the German fountain)

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Kids ages 6 and under free of charge for museum entry and for guided tour

Cancellation policy

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

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