Our Professional Tour guide will meet you at your hotel or cruise port. Meeting time will be given during your confirmation. Then our tour will start with Hippodrome Square where used to take place for chariot races and the Byzantine riots during Roman & Byzantine periodBlue Mosque which is the one of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest.After Blue Mosque, we are going to visit Hagia Sophia which is The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.Topkapi Palace, was not only the residence of the Ottoman sultans, but also the administrative and educational center of the state. It was constructed between 1460 and 1478 by Sultan Mehmed II, the conqueror of Constantinople. We will visit the Topkapi Palace including weapons section.We will visit Grand Bazaar where is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with more than 58 covered streets and over 1,200 shops which attract between 250,000 and 400,000 visitors daily. Opened in 1461, it is well known for its jewelry, pottery, spice, and carpet shops. Take a local transport back to your hotel or port . The end of our services
Turkey · City Tours
Private Istanbul Full Day 7 to 8 hours Guided Tours / Group option Skip the line
The journey
- 01 Visit five of Istanbul’s signature landmarks in one day
- 02 Explore Hippodrome Square, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and Grand Bazaar
- 03 Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour or small-group option
- 04 Travel with a professional licensed English-speaking guide
- 05 Pickup and drop-off in Istanbul included
- 06 Discover Ottoman and Byzantine history in the city’s old quarter
Discover Istanbul’s historic heart on a full-day guided tour that brings together some of the city’s most iconic landmarks in one seamless experience. Visit Hippodrome Square, admire the striking architecture of the Blue Mosque, explore the grandeur of Hagia Sophia, and step into the world of the Ottoman sultans at Topkapi Palace.
Your day also includes time at the legendary Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world. With private and small-group options available, this tour offers a flexible way to experience Istanbul with a professional licensed guide and convenient hotel or port pickup and drop-off.
Our Professional Tour guide will meet you at your hotel or cruise port.
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What's Included
- Private tour for your family and Friends only with small group opt
- Professional Licenced English speaking tour guide
- Transportation with brand new air-conditioned minivan/minibus
- Local taxes
What's Not Included
- Lunch and Drinks
- Entrance Fees ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets )
- Gratuities
Know before you go
- STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Not wheelchair accessible
- At time of booking, Hotels guests must provide hotel name
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited. On Tuesdays : Topkapi Palace replaced by Underground Cistern, On Sundays : Grand Bazaar will be replaced by Spice Market. Grand Bazaar will be closed on Public holidays, it will be replaced by Arasta Bazaar. Because, Spice Market will also be closed.
- Blue Mosque is open from 15.30 to 17.30 on Fridays
- Visit to holy places of worship such as churches, monasteries, mosques, synagogues bare shoulders are not permitted, nor shoes in mosques.
- • Dress code is smart - no casual clothes (i.e. jeans, sportswear, joggers or sneakers) • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
- Pick up from Istanbul European Side hotels and Istanbul cruise port. Suggested pick up time will be given during confirmation
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