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- German
- Japanese
- English
- French
- Spanish
Spend a full day exploring Istanbul’s Old City with a professional guide. Visit the most iconic landmarks — the **Blue Mosque**, **Hagia Sophia**, and **Topkapi Palace** — before diving into an extended afternoon of **authentic shopping experiences**. Skip the hassle of bargaining in touristy spots: instead, visit **trusted workshops and boutiques** where artisans create handmade carpets, jewelry, ceramics, textiles, and leather goods. Learn, shop, and enjoy a stress-free day of culture and tradition.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We welcome our guests in our store, which has the largest collection in Istanbul with more than two thousand hand-woven carpets.
Itinerary
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1Blue Mosque
09:00 – Meet at Sultanahmet Square Orientation and introduction at the Hippodrome. 09:15 – Blue Mosque** Guided tour of one of the most iconic mosques in the world
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
10:00 – Hagia Sophia** Explore the masterpiece of Byzantine and Ottoman architecture
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3Topkapi Palace Museum
11:15 - Topkapi Palace Visit the palace of the Ottoman sultans, including courtyards and treasures.
1 hour 45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Hippodrome
13:00 – Lunch Break (optional, not included)**
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5Grand Bazaar
14:00 – Authentic Shopping Experience** Visit **reliable local shops & ateliers** carefully selected by your guide: * Handmade carpets & kilims * Fine jewelry & gemstones * Iznik ceramics & traditional pottery * Turkish textiles, silk, and leather goods Enjoy demonstrations, meet artisans, and shop with confidence
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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