Private Tour: Explore the Istanbul Old City
Overview
Let’s start to explore Istanbul. The first visit is Hippodrome. It was the center of sports activities in Constantinople.
Haghia Sophia, is the most famous museum in Turkey and one of the greatest marvels of architecture. Hagia Sophia was built as a church in the 6th century .
Blue Mosque, as known as the Sultanahmet Mosque, this breathtaking 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, which has been home to the Ottoman dynasty for many years, was used for educational administration and as the art center of the state. Get knowledge about the imperial treasury´s sacred Islamic relics, palace kitchens, and weapons. (Closed on Tuesday)
Grand Bazaar, is the biggest market and the most attractive shopping center of Istanbul which has lots of shopping opportunities with carpets, leather, jewelry, Turkish delight, gold, antique tiles, etc.. (Closed on Sunday)
What's Included
- Pick Up & Drop Off
- Public transport such as tram
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
- Meals & Beverages
- Entrance fee of Hagia Sophia 25 €
- Topkapi palace entrance fee is 2750 TRY
- Driver & Guide Tips
Meeting and Pickup
If you are staying in Sultanahmet area, the guide will meet with you at the reception. Tour will be walking tour.There is no pick-up with vehicle, you will use public transportation.
What To Expect
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Istanbul
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Blue Mosque
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
TopkapI Palace
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Grand Bazaar
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Feshane Rugs
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Punto of Istanbul
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Topkapi palace entrance fee is 2750 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- Hagia Sophia entrance fee is 25 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
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