Private Tour in Istanbul with an Expert Guide
Overview
A unique day to delve into deeper knowledge into Turkish history, traditions, facts & fiction and much more! Unique time to get to know up to date facts about Turkey. This type of tour is very ideal for travelers that are looking for the best hot spots for taking pictures in the historical vicinity of Constantinople. During the tour, travelers get to learn not only historical facts but also about the Turkish economy, way of life, daily practices and other unique perspectives of local daily life in Turkey.
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional Licensed Expert Guide
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- 1700 Liras PP Entrance Fee for Topkapi Palace
- 975 Liras PP Entrance Fee For Hagia Sophia
- 900 liras PP Entrance Fee For Palace Cistern
Meeting and Pickup
If in case it is walking distance to the programme sites, we provide pick up and drop off to and from the hotel by walk.
What To Expect
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Topkapi Palace Museum
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Ayasofya
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Blue Mosque
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Hippodrome
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Basilica Cistern
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Grand Bazaar
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Stroller is not available for infants.
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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).
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Professional Licensed Expert Guide.
- Lunch.
- Gratuities.
- 1700 Liras PP Entrance Fee for Topkapi Palace.
- 975 Liras PP Entrance Fee For Hagia Sophia.
- 900 liras PP Entrance Fee For Palace Cistern.
There 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 Private Tour in Istanbul with an Expert Guide is as follows:
- 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Tour in Istanbul with an Expert Guide 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
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional Licensed Expert Guide
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- 1700 Liras PP Entrance Fee for Topkapi Palace
- 975 Liras PP Entrance Fee For Hagia Sophia
- 900 liras PP Entrance Fee For Palace Cistern
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Stroller is not available for infants.
