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- German
- English
- Italian
- Spanish
Explore Istanbul’s lesser-known yet still picturesque sites
Visit amazing Instagrammable spots in the city and learn more about them from your knowledgeable guide
Get amazing photos taken by our friendly TripGuru, ideal if you’re traveling solo and need a photographer!
Take gorgeous photos in IG-worthy spots such as Sirkeci Station, Uskudar Coats Walkway, Kybele Hotel, Ortokoy, Karakoy, and more
Skip the long lines at the Basilica Cistern and enter right away
Enjoy the intimacy of a private/small group tour
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Notes Look for a guide wearing a TripGuru shirt or holding a TripGuru sign. If you are not staying within the free pick-up zones, you may select our meeting point option. Important Information Punctuality Kindly be at your Hotel Lobby at least 10 minutes before the stated pick up time. The tour guides will only wait a maximum of 10 minutes for you before proceeding to the next stop. Pickup time For the small group tour option, if two people book together, they will tour with the rest of the people who booked for that day (or timeslot). Thus, exact pickup time depends on participants’ respective locations. The driver will contact you the evening before your activity date to confirm the exact time.\ Please take note On December 31, 2022, expect big traffic disruptions due to roads closure.
Itinerary
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1Kybele Hotel
We’ll pick you up from your accommodation and get you settled in our comfy, air-conditioned vehicle. Make sure to come prepared with your phone, power bank, and camera too! Our first stop is Kybele Hotel. This quaint hotel is known for its Ottoman-style design and colorful exterior.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Basilica Cistern
We’ll head to the Basilica Cistern, one of the city’s largest ancient cisterns, and skip the long lines upon entering.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Sirkeci Station
Our next stop is the Sirkeci Station. The historic station is a central transportation hub that features a grand design and impressive facade that is definitely worth a snap or two (or more!). From there, we’ll head to Asia by the world's deepest underwater railway tunnel, connecting the 2 continents under the Bosphorus strait.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Uskudar Coast Walkway
We will head to Uskudar Coast Walkway, a seaside promenade overlooking the Bosphorus strait and the Maiden Tower. Take in the lovely views and pose for some more shots before we head to the popular Kuzguncuk area.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5STREET KUAFÖR UNİSEX
Once we arrive, we’ll wander along Icadiye Street, and marvel at the colorful shophouses and other beautiful residential homes. We’ll stop for lunch at a local restaurant before boarding a ferry to Ortakoy.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
6Ortakoy
This lively waterfront square is abuzz with people taking advantage of the open-air and social atmosphere.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
7Karakoy
Our last stop of the day is Karakoy, a harborside area known for its entertaining nightlife and brightly lit nightscape.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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