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Istanbul City and Hidden Gem Private Guided Tour 1, 2, 3 Day opt.

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Istanbul, Turkey

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7 to 21 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Whether you are interested in history, architecture, culture or cuisine while exploring highlights or hidden gems of Istanbul our very well-made itinerary for 1,2 or 3 days private guided walking tour has you covered ! Istanbul: no other city on earth straddles two continents -Europe and Asia- and has been home to three great empires (Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman). We will discover Hagia Sophia, visit Topkapi Palace, stroll through Grand Bazaar and enjoy the beauty of Blue Mosque. In a city like this, it's important to have an experienced local guide who can help you to navigate, all the while ensuring you the most personal experience possible. We will sometimes use a ferry, subway or tram to navigate through the city. Don't forget that the best way of exploring a new city is to use public transport or walking.

• Skip-the-Line Access to the Museums
• Well-Made Itinerary for 1,2 or 3 Days Private Guided Walking Tour
• Customize the itinerary according to your interest
• Taste Local Food

What's Included

  • Local Taxes
  • Private Tour
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Public Transportation Fees
  • Meals
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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* This is a walking tour and whenever necessary you will use public transport. If your hotel is centrally located your tour guide will meet you at the hotel/port/apartment on foot. Otherwise meeting point will be in front of Adamar Hotel. * If your hotel is located in/around old city (Sultanahmet Area) private van is unnecessary. All the highlights on the one day itinerary are located in one pedestrian area and walking tour is the only option to visit the sites. * If you still would like to request a private van please get in touch with us.

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Alemdar
Yerebatan Caddesi, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Mollafenari
Ç. Nuruosmaniye Cd. No:, 34120 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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What To Expect

Topkapi Palace

TOPKAPI PALACE, the former imperial residence from which the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled for nearly 400 years. Today a spectacular museum, it is famous for its collections of treasury of the Ottoman Royal Family. You will chase the memories of the sultans and the Ottoman Empire through 400 years of the most glorious victories, happiest moments, and mournful days.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Hagia Sophia Mosque

HAGIA SOPHIA is a 6th century church, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture, welcomes you with its legends and mosaics. You will have a chance to touch the history of this church, a main attraction of the city since its construction.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica Cistern

Basilica Cistern is the largest underground water reservoir from the Byzantine period. This 6th century underground cistern became famous with the Medusa heads on the inside.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hippodrome

HIPODROME: The former center of sportive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

GRAND BAZAAR is both the oldest and the biggest covered bazaar in the world. Your guide will provide the history of the Bazaar as well as some helpful tips on navigating its more than 4000 shops.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Suleymaniye Mosque

This mosque, constructed by the great Ottoman architect Sinan in 1557, is regarded as the most beautiful of all imperial mosques.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Blue Mosque

BLUE MOSQUE, also known as the Sultanahment Mosque is one of the biggest mosques and principal adornments of the Istanbul skyline. It was built in the 17th century. Once inside the mosque, blue Iznik tiles and stained glass will surround you.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)

This market is famous for Turkish delights and spices.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bosphorus Strait

Bosphorus Cruise. Bosphorus is a unique natural water strait both sides of which filled in Palaces, Yalis ( old Ottoman Houses), historical mosques and many other buildings and many neighbourhoods with their own unique cultures.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rustem Pasha Mosque

Rustem Pasha is famous for the most beautiful examples of Ottoman Tile art pieces adorning it’s walls on the inside.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kadikoy Carsisi

Kadikoy is probably the most vibrant and local district of Istanbul.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Uskudar Pier

District in the Asian side of Istanbul.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Taksim Square

Main square of Istanbul.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dolmabahce Palace

This palace, constructed between 1843 and 1858 by Sultan I Abdulmecit, contains eclectic elements from the Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical styles, blended with traditional Ottoman architecture to create a new synthesis.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Galata Tower

We will see GALATA TOWER from outside.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Karakoy

The commercial site of old Istanbul.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica Cistern

The largest underground water reservoir from the Byzantine time. This 6th century underground cistern became famous with the Medusa heads located in one corner of the cistern.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Istiklal Caddesi

ISTIKLAL STREET is where locals like to hang out.The architecture of the buildings in that area will remind you of French style, and the street was once called Rue de Pera by it’s French residents.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Balat

BALAT is where you will enjoy the most authentic houses of Istanbul.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bulgarian Orthodox Church

This is a unique church which is fully made of iron.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fener Rum Patrikhanesi

This is the Petriarchate of the Orthodox.
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15 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
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays. Dolmabahce Palace will be visited instead.
  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays. Spice Market will be visited instead.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Istanbul City and Hidden Gem Private Guided Tour 1, 2, 3 Day opt.?

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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What's Included

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Local Taxes
  • Private Tour
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Public Transportation Fees
  • Meals
  • Gratuities
  • Basilica Cistern (will be paid by credit card at the entry-the fee might change before the tour date)
  • Topkapi Palace (will be paid in cash to the guide-the fee might change before the tour date)
  • Hagia Sophia (will be paid in cash to the guide-the fee might change before the tour date)

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • 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
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays. Dolmabahce Palace will be visited instead.
  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays. Spice Market will be visited instead.
  • Grand Bazaar and Spice Market will be closed in 2024 in the following dates; April 10/11/12-Ramadan Celebrations. June 16/17/18/19-Eid Celebrations. October 29-Republic Day.
  • We have Kid-Friendly Tour Guides in our team.
  • For the cruise passengers public transportation (tram) is strongly recommended due to heavy traffic in/around the old city. By the tram the old city takes only 10 minutes. Please book the tour accordingly
  • If you book the tour with a private van, please beware that extra charges may apply if your hotel/apartment is located in the Asian Side or far from the city center.

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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).

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