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Full Day Historical Tour in Istanbul

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Your professional and choosen tour guide will walk with you to show and tell you the history of the best 6 highlights of Istanbul Old City. Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome Square, Basilica Cistern, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar is waiting to discover...

What's Included

  • Small Group Tour ( Max 8 People)
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Admission fee in all historical areas ( topkapı palace, basilica cistern and hagia sophia)
  • Lunch
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Meeting Location

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Binbirdirek
At Meydanı Caddesi, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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What To Expect

Hippodrome

Hippodrome; where chariot races were held in Constantinople. The heart of the city with a capacity of 100.000 people. You can see 3500 years old Egyptian obelisk, serpentine column and the walled obelisk are still standing against time...
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Blue Mosque

Built in 1616 for Sultan Ahmet I Blue Mosque is truly a magnificent masterpiece of architecture with 21.000 thousands blue tiles and 260 stained glass windows.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

Built in 537 AD by Emperor Justinian. Church of holy wisdom, the oldest and the biggest cathedral of the world for over 1000 years. Converted to the imperial mosque by the Ottomans in 1453 and plays a very important role in Christian and Islamic World.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

TopkapI Palace

Administrative center and  Imperial Residence of the Ottoman Empire for 380 years. Built on a land of 700.000 m2 , Topkapi Palace is a great monument of Oriental architecture which resembles power of Ottoman Empire.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica Cistern

1500 years old water supply with a huge capacity. With 336 ancient columns and medusa head an amazing underground architecture to discover...
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

The largest and the oldest covered market in the world with over 4,400 shops and 27.000 staff. Everyday more than 200.000 people are visiting the grand bazaar for shopping traditional products like leather jackets, carpets, jewelry and handycrafts..
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2 hours • 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
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Full Day Historical Tour in Istanbul?

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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Full Day Historical Tour in Istanbul?
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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:
  • Small Group Tour ( Max 8 People).
  • Professional Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Admission fee in all historical areas ( topkapı palace, basilica cistern and hagia sophia).
  • Lunch.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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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?
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Accessibility information for the Full Day Historical Tour in Istanbul is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • 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
  • 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 Full Day Historical Tour in Istanbul will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Small Group Tour ( Max 8 People)
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Admission fee in all historical areas ( topkapı palace, basilica cistern and hagia sophia)
  • Lunch

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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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 good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • 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.

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