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Private Tour Istanbul Classics with Local Expert Guide

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8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

We pick-up from your hotel at around 09:00 for full day walking old city tour, prepare yourself to be charmed with history and architecture of the breathtaking city, Istanbul. You will be amazed with the most famous historic monuments and sights in Old City area. These are 1500 year old Hagia Sophia Museum, Gigantic Blue Mosque with its famous blue tiles, Hippodrome area where the Byzantium era chariot races used to be once held, Caferaga Medresesi, a foundation for serving Turkish Culture, that organizes various workshops about handicrafts and music, Topkapi Palace one of the largest palaces in Istanbul which was the primary residence of the Ottoman Sultans for approximately 400 years and Grand Bazaar which is the world’s oldest indoor market. After the tour you will be dropped off at your hotel at around 17:00.

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Turkish local lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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We pick up from all hotels in city center.

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Blue Mosque

Blue mosque
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

Hagia Sophia
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Caferaga Medresesi

Caferaga Madrasa
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sultanahmet Square

Sultanahmet
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Serpent Column

Serpent Column
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

TopkapI Palace

Topkapı Palace
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Grand Bazaar

Grand Bazaar
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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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
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved, not recommended for participants with walking difficulties.
  • Children 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult
  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays, will be replaced with Basilica Cistern.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour Istanbul Classics with Local Expert Guide?

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-14049P62

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Lunch
  • Turkish local lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional local expert guide
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • 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
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved, not recommended for participants with walking difficulties.
  • Children 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult
  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays, will be replaced with Basilica Cistern.
  • During religious holidays, some of the attractions are closed.

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