Istanbul City and Hidden Gem Private Guided Tour 1, 2, 3 Day opt.

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7 to 21 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Whether you are interested in history, architecture, culture or cuisine while exploring highlights or hidden gems of Istanbul our very well-made itinerary for 1,2 or 3 days private guided walking tour has you covered ! Istanbul: no other city on earth straddles two continents -Europe and Asia- and has been home to three great empires (Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman). We will discover Hagia Sophia, visit Topkapi Palace, stroll through Grand Bazaar and enjoy the beauty of Blue Mosque. In a city like this, it's important to have an experienced local guide who can help you to navigate, all the while ensuring you the most personal experience possible. We will sometimes use a ferry, subway or tram to navigate through the city. Don't forget that the best way of exploring a new city is to use public transport or walking.

• Skip-the-Line Access to the Museums
• Well-Made Itinerary for 1,2 or 3 Days Private Guided Walking Tour
• Customize the itinerary according to your interest
• Taste Local Food

What's Included

Local Taxes
Private Tour
Professional Tour Guide
Public Transportation Fees
Meals
Gratuities
Basilica Cistern (will be paid by credit card at the entry-the fee might change before the tour date)
Topkapi Palace (will be paid in cash to the guide-the fee might change before the tour date)
Hagia Sophia (will be paid in cash to the guide-the fee might change before the tour date)

Meeting and pickup

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

* This is a walking tour and whenever necessary you will use public transport. If your hotel is centrally located your tour guide will meet you at the hotel/port/apartment on foot. Otherwise meeting point will be in front of Adamar Hotel. * If your hotel is located in/around old city (Sultanahmet Area) private van is unnecessary. All the highlights on the one day itinerary are located in one pedestrian area and walking tour is the only option to visit the sites. * If you still would like to request a private van please get in touch with us.

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Meeting point
Adamar Hotel Sultanahmet Istanbul

In front of the Adamar Hotel.

End point
Ç. Nuruosmaniye Cd. No:48

The tour ends in the Grand Bazaar.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 21 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    TopkapI Palace

    TOPKAPI PALACE, the former imperial residence from which the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled for nearly 400 years. Today a spectacular museum, it is famous for its collections of treasury of the Ottoman Royal Family. You will chase the memories of the sultans and the Ottoman Empire through 400 years of the most glorious victories, happiest moments, and mournful days.

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

    HAGIA SOPHIA is a 6th century church, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture, welcomes you with its legends and mosaics. You will have a chance to touch the history of this church, a main attraction of the city since its construction.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Basilica Cistern

    Basilica Cistern is the largest underground water reservoir from the Byzantine period. This 6th century underground cistern became famous with the Medusa heads on the inside.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Hippodrome

    HIPODROME: The former center of sportive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Grand Bazaar

    GRAND BAZAAR is both the oldest and the biggest covered bazaar in the world. Your guide will provide the history of the Bazaar as well as some helpful tips on navigating its more than 4000 shops.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Suleymaniye Mosque

    This mosque, constructed by the great Ottoman architect Sinan in 1557, is regarded as the most beautiful of all imperial mosques.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Blue Mosque

    BLUE MOSQUE, also known as the Sultanahment Mosque is one of the biggest mosques and principal adornments of the Istanbul skyline. It was built in the 17th century. Once inside the mosque, blue Iznik tiles and stained glass will surround you.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)

    This market is famous for Turkish delights and spices.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Bosphorus Strait

    Bosphorus Cruise. Bosphorus is a unique natural water strait both sides of which filled in Palaces, Yalis ( old Ottoman Houses), historical mosques and many other buildings and many neighbourhoods with their own unique cultures.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 10
    Rustem Pasha Mosque

    Rustem Pasha is famous for the most beautiful examples of Ottoman Tile art pieces adorning it’s walls on the inside.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 11
    KadIkoy CarsIsI

    Kadikoy is probably the most vibrant and local district of Istanbul.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Uskudar Pier

    District in the Asian side of Istanbul.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Taksim Square

    Main square of Istanbul.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 14
    Dolmabahce Palace

    This palace, constructed between 1843 and 1858 by Sultan I Abdulmecit, contains eclectic elements from the Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical styles, blended with traditional Ottoman architecture to create a new synthesis.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 15
    Galata Tower

    We will see GALATA TOWER from outside.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 16
    Karakoy

    The commercial site of old Istanbul.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 17
    Basilica Cistern

    The largest underground water reservoir from the Byzantine time. This 6th century underground cistern became famous with the Medusa heads located in one corner of the cistern.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 18
    Istiklal Caddesi

    ISTIKLAL STREET is where locals like to hang out.The architecture of the buildings in that area will remind you of French style, and the street was once called Rue de Pera by it’s French residents.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 19
    Balat

    BALAT is where you will enjoy the most authentic houses of Istanbul.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 20
    Bulgarian Orthodox Church

    This is a unique church which is fully made of iron.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 21
    Fener Rum Patrikhanesi

    This is the Petriarchate of the Orthodox.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Cancellation Policy

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

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