Istanbul Private Guided Tour with Pick up and Drop off

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This tour blends history, culture, and stories to create an engaging and enjoyable experience. In this private tour, guests will marvel at the magnificent dome of Hagia Sophia and learn about its intricate history. They will admire the delicate hand-drawn designs and handmade tiles of the Sultanahmet Mosque. At the Hippodrome, guests will see its remnants and a few standing structures. You will also visit the expansive and serene gardens of Topkapi Palace, where Ottoman sultans lived for nearly 400 years, and explore its various exhibitions. Finally, the tour concludes at the Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets, with over 4,000 shops. This vibrant marketplace offers colorful ceramics, intricate carpets, sparkling jewelry, and aromatic spices.

What's Included

Tour guide
(if the option chosen)
Hagia Sophia Entrance fee
Topkapı palace

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The guide will meet you 5 minutes before the departure time in your hotel lobby or at the cruise port's arrival hall. At the cruise port the guide will hold a sign with the lead traveler's name.

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Meeting point
German Fountain

German Fountain is at the Hippodrome, 15 meters from Ersoy Büfe or 40 meters from the Egyptian Obelisk. It's easily recognizable as an octagonal structure with a green dome, often surrounded by tourists. Find the guide holding our company sign.

End point
Grand Bazaar

Since it's a private tour, the tour can end at guest's desired location.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

    Marvel at the Hagia Sophia’s massive dome, intricate Byzantine mosaics, and blend of Christian and Islamic elements.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Blue Mosque

    Marvel at the mosque’s exterior, with its six slender minarets, cascading domes, and grand courtyard. Explore hand-painted blue and white tiles adorning the walls and domes, giving the mosque its name.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Hippodrome

    See the foundation of the ancient stadium for horse and chariot racing. Hear the stories of Egyptian Obelisk and Serpent Column.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Sultanahmet District

    Free time for lunch!

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    TopkapI Palace

    Get a glimpse into Ottoman history, architecture, and culture by visiting famous Topkapı Palace, the complex that served as the primary residence and administrative center of Ottoman sultans from the 15th to 19th centuries.

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Grand Bazaar

    Shopping here is an adventure, with vibrant displays and the chance to haggle for unique items. Visit trusted shops with or without your guide. Explore gold, silver, gemstone, and hand-painted tiles.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Cancellation Policy

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

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