Private Walking Tour of Istanbul Historical Sites and Street Food

Istanbul, Turkey
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Duration5h - 6h
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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

Experience the best of Istanbul with your own full-day private guide. Enjoy a personalized 1-day walking tour tailored entirely to your pace and interests. Explore world-famous landmarks such as the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace , Cistern and the Grand Bazaar while discovering hidden local spots along the way. Your dedicated guide will share insider stories, navigate the city effortlessly via scenic public transit, and recommend the finest street food along your route. Perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers seeking an exclusive, fully tailored day in Istanbul."

What's included

  • Dedicated, fluent English-speaking guide for 5 to 6 hours, fully included in your tour price
  • To beat the traffic and get you to Old Town as quickly as possible, we take the local tram or metro. All public transportation tickets are fully included in your tour price your guide will assist you
  • Lunch is not included to our price
  • Topkapi, Hagia Sophia & Basilica Cistern tickets aren't included. If you'd like to visit, tickets are available on-site, and your guide will help with entry - TRY 6,300 pp.

What to expect

  1. Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    Your guide will accompany you inside Hagia Sophia—a 1,500-year-old icon of Byzantine heritage—providing live commentary on its history, architecture, and world-famous mosaics throughout the visit
  2. TopkapI Palace
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Your guide will accompany you inside Topkapi Palace—a magnificent 500-year-old symbol of Ottoman power—providing live commentary on its royal history, courtyard architecture, and world-famous treasury treasures throughout the visit
  3. Hippodrome
    30m
    Your guide will accompany you through the Sultanahmet Hippodrome—a 1,700-year-old center of Roman and Byzantine public life—providing live commentary on its historic monuments, ancient obelisks, and chariot-racing legend throughout the tour
  4. Blue Mosque
    40m
    Your guide will accompany you inside the Blue Mosque—a iconic 400-year-old masterpiece of Ottoman architecture—providing live commentary on its imperial history, six minarets, and world-famous Iznik tiles throughout the visit
  5. Basilica Cistern
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    Your guide will accompany you inside the Basilica Cistern—a breathtaking 1,500-year-old underground wonder of Byzantine engineering—providing live commentary on its history, subterranean columns, and mysterious Medusa heads throughout the visit.
  6. Grand Bazaar
    1h
    Your guide will accompany you through the Grand Bazaar—a bustling 560-year-old labyrinth of Ottoman commerce—guiding you to authentic local vendors and historic artisan workshops where you can sample fresh baklava, sip traditional Turkish coffee, and uncover the fine artistry of authentic carpets and tiles throughout the tour.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Alemdar , Divanyolu Cd. No:68/B , 34110

End point

Alemdar , Divanyolu Cd. No:68/B , 34110

End point

We offer flexible tour endings to suit your plans. You can stay and explore Old Town at your own pace, or your guide will assist you with tickets and direction on the tram back to your hotel.

Pickup details

We can meet you in your hotel or we may meet in Starbucks at Divanyolu Caddesi No: 68 Old Town which is 2 minutes walk from Highlights of Istanbul

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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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