Full Day Private Guided Tour of Historic Istanbul
Overview
Experience the captivating history of Istanbul with our meticulously crafted historic city tour. Delve into the past as you visit Istanbul's most renowned landmarks, each a testament to the city's extraordinary heritage.
From the awe-inspiring Hagia Sophia, showcasing Byzantine magnificence, to the vibrant Grand Bazaar, where the tapestry of Istanbul's cultural legacy unfolds, our tour offers a journey through time. Led by our knowledgeable guides, you'll uncover the fascinating stories behind each site, gaining profound insights into the captivating history and the unique fusion of Byzantine and Ottoman influences.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a culture lover, or simply curious to explore this remarkable city, our historic city tour is an essential experience to truly understand and appreciate Istanbul's past.
What's Included
- Skip-the-line tickets available upon request
- Public Transportation
- Soft Drinks
- Discover rich tradition of Turkish handicrafts through unique art &shopping experiences in GORDES
- Public Transportation Fees
- Professional Tour Guide
- Entry Fees
- Private transportation
- Foods & Drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Your professional English speaking guide will meet you at your hotel.
Alemdar
Muhterem Efendi Sk. no:4, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Hippodrome
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Blue Mosque
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Basilica Cistern
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Grand Bazaar
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
TopkapI Palace
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Total tour duration includes waiting time for the attraction and personal breaks.
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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).
- Skip-the-line tickets available upon request.
- Public Transportation.
- Soft Drinks.
- Discover rich tradition of Turkish handicrafts through unique art &shopping experiences in GORDES.
- Public Transportation Fees.
- Professional Tour Guide.
- Entry Fees.
- Private transportation.
- Foods & Drinks.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Full Day Private Guided Tour of Historic Istanbul is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Full Day Private Guided Tour of Historic Istanbul will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Skip-the-line tickets available upon request
- Public Transportation
- Soft Drinks
- Discover rich tradition of Turkish handicrafts through unique art &shopping experiences in GORDES
- Public Transportation Fees
- Professional Tour Guide
- Entry Fees
- Private transportation
- Foods & Drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Total tour duration includes waiting time for the attraction and personal breaks.
