Best of Old Istanbul: Private Tour of Iconic Sights & Hidden Gems
Overview
Sultanahmet is where ancient empires converge. You’ll explore landmarks from the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman eras, offering a rare chance to witness the seamless layers of history in one place.
Hagia Sophia: A masterpiece that transitioned from a Byzantine cathedral to an Ottoman mosque and now a modern mosque, showcasing architectural genius and cultural harmony.
Blue Mosque: Renowned for its six minarets and stunning blue İznik tiles, it's a masterpiece of Ottoman design.
Topkapı Palace: The opulent home of sultans, filled with treasures and sacred relics.
Hippodrome:This ancient social center hosted chariot races and political events, bringing the Roman and Byzantine past vividly to life.
Grand Bazaar: One of the world’s oldest covered markets, offering an immersive shopping experience and a chance to witness Turkish craftsmanship firsthand.
What's Included
- Entrance Fees
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Drinks during lunch
- Tips / Gratuities
- All else not specifically mentioned in the inclusion section
Meeting and Pickup
If you'd like,we can add atransfer service from your hotel,the port to the tour starting point,where you'll meet your guide.All transfers are conducted ,n comfortable,air-conditioned coaches.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
TopkapI Palace
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Hagia Sophia
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Hippodrome
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Blue Mosque
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Grand Bazaar
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Best of Old Istanbul: Private Tour of Iconic Sights & Hidden Gems?
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours 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).
- Entrance Fees.
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines.
- Professional guide.
- Lunch.
- Drinks during lunch.
- Tips / Gratuities.
- All else not specifically mentioned in the inclusion section.
The minimum age to participate is 12..
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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Best of Old Istanbul: Private Tour of Iconic Sights & Hidden Gems 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
- 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 Best of Old Istanbul: Private Tour of Iconic Sights & Hidden Gems 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!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Entrance Fees
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Drinks during lunch
- Tips / Gratuities
- All else not specifically mentioned in the inclusion section
Additional Info
- 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
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