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Istanbul Layover & Stopover Private Tour.

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| Istanbul, Turkey
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On average, this is booked 29 (0) days in advance.
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Overview

Waiting for your next flight but you have some time that you don't want to spend at Istanbul International Airport? Good news! We have got you covered. Join us for tour and get to see Istanbul's highlights and gain an insight into its history.
Start your layover tour with a pickup from the airport at the time that suits your arrival. Hop inside our Vehicle and be ready to get amazed by this cosmopolitan city and then by the end of the tour you will be dropped back to the airport in order to catch your next flight.

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup point
    Pickup details

    Please advise your flight number and time of landing at the time of booking. We will meet you at the main arrival hall.

    What To Expect

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    Sultanahmet Square

    The area in and around the Sultanahmet Square is the historic Istanbul and leads about all of the historical sights of Istanbul that include the must-see mosques such as the Blue Mosque and Hagia sophia, the museums and monuments such as famous Topkapi Palace Museum, serpant column, obelisk of Theodosius, hippodrome and german fountain. The compact and relatively traffic free area makes it easy to explore the region on foot.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

    Hagia Sophia, officially the Hagia Sophia Holy Grand Mosque and formerly the Church of Hagia Sophia, is a Late Antique place of worship in Istanbul. It has been reopened as mosque in 2020.The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, with its innovative architecture, rich history, religious significance and extraordinary characteristics has been fighting against time for centuries, was the largest Eastern Roman Church in Istanbul. Constructed three times in the same location, it is the world’s oldest and fastest-completed cathedral. With its breathtaking domes that look like hanging in the air, monolithic marble columns and unparalleled mosaics, is one of the wonders of world’s architecture history.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Bosphorus Strait

    The Bosphorus , also known as the Strait of Istanbul, is a narrow, natural strait and an internationally significant waterway located in northwestern Turkey. It forms part of the continental boundary between Europe and Asia. Surrounded by breath taking views of Istanbul.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Galata Tower

    Galata tower, one of the icons of Istanbul, Considered among the oldest towers in the world and one of the symbols of Istanbul, Galata Tower was included in the UNESCO World Heritage Temporary List in 2013. Galata Tower, one of the most important structures that make up the silhouette of Istanbul, was used as a long-term fire watchtower and was named Galata Fire Tower.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Taksim Square

    Taksim Square, at the northeastern end of İstiklal street, is the heart of modern Istanbul, laid out in the late 1800s. The Independence Monument (İstiklal Anıtı) in the circle at the southern end of the square commemorates the Turkish Republic‘s founder, Kemal Atatürk, in both his roles, as military commander-in-chief and as statesman.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Istanbul Layover & Stopover Private Tour.?

    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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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-29206P187

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    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Istanbul Layover & Stopover Private Tour.?
    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).
    • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
    A:
    The following is included:
    • Air-conditioned vehicle.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
    A:

    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 2025
    Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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    There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

    Apr 2025
    Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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    If 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 2025
    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
    A:

    Accessibility information for the Istanbul Layover & Stopover Private Tour. is as follows:

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    Apr 2025
    Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Istanbul Layover & Stopover Private Tour. 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 2024
    Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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    Once 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 2026

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    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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