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Private Layover Tour in Istanbul with options

23 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 23 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Istanbul, Turkey
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8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Layover in Istanbul offers you a perfect time during your transit layover time for 8 hours by visiting Old city of Istanbul. In this private and flexible tour, you will see lots of monuments of Rome, Byzantium and Ottoman empires. Highlights Hagia Sophia, Blue mosque, Hippodrome, Palace, Basilica cistern, Galata, Taksim square, Bosphorus and more. You will have a chance to taste famous Turkish cuisine with Kebhaps, Fish, Turkish delight, Lokum, Baklava and more. And shopping of gifts and souvenirs of boutique products. Tour includes two way airport transfers which takes about 2 hours for round trip.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
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We welcome at the airport arrival gate 13, signboard "G55"

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Little Hagia Sophia

We will see Little Sophia Mosque, next to the hippodrome and visit interior before passing through Hippodrome and Blue mosque.
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50 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Blue Mosque

We will visit magnificent Ottoman Mosque of Sultan Ahmed.
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50 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

Our tour offers you to visit bazaars of Istanbul with a chance of shopping local and boutique staff, spices, delights and more.
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50 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hippodrome

We will walk by the Hippodrome square and see grand Obelisk of Byzantium empire.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Galata Tower

We visit one of the amazing symbols in Istanbul with its panoramic view of Istanbul, Bosphorus and Golden horn. Entrance fee 10 euro.
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50 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Walls of Istanbul

We visit walls of Istanbul and view of Bosphorus between Europe and Asia continents.Note: the remaining time is for the round tour.
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50 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Istiklal Caddesi

We will walk through the most famous street in istanbul and see lots of shops, restaurants, church, mosque, and more. You will see local Turkish life.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Layover Tour in Istanbul with options?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-340738P2

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What's Included

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  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Airport transfers two way
  • Dinner
  • Lunch

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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