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Istanbul Shore Excursion

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Overview

This private, full-day off-shore excursion features guided tours of Istanbul’s top attractions —Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar. Visit the highlights of Istanbul with an expert private Professional Guide. Ditch the city’s traffic jams with complimentary port transfers using the eco-friendly public tram system. Discover the art of Turkish carpet making and try traditional Turkish cuisine (own expense).

What's Included

  • Tram ride to the old city and back (Public Transportation)
  • Sundays - Grand Bazaar is closed - we will visit handcraft center instead
  • Your Guide will meet you at the Port
  • Gratuties & Meals
  • Topkapı Palace
  • Hagia Sophia Mosque
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Kılıçali Paşa Mah. Meclis-i Mebusan Cad. No: 8 İç Kapı No: 102
Kılıçali Paşa, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye

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What To Expect

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

It is the symbol of city. It was built as the greatest church in the world in 537AD. After the fall of Constantinople, it was converted in to the Mosque. Now, it is a museum and it is the symbol of Istanbul. It is closed on Mondays, during national and religious festivals. Then we will have outside visit.We will visit Underground Cistern Instead.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Blue Mosque

Blue Mosque is one of Istanbul’s most venerable monuments. After that, From the courtyard you will enjoy the striking view of the cascading domes and semi-domes. Once inside you will see how the mosque got its name, viewing the colorful blue Iznik tiles that adorn the interior.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hippodrome

Hippodrome, which was one of the largest chariot race grounds of the Byzantine Empire. So, Here you can see the Egyptian Obelisk and the Serpentine Column.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

Last, Visit the Grand Bazaar, the largest and oldest covered Bazaar in Turkey with more than 4,000 shops. So A variety of handicrafts, carpets, rare jewels and souvenirs all sold in small shops next to each other. Grand Bazaar is famous for carpets for the last 500 years therefore as a pleasure to your eyes and to improve the knowledge, an educational carpet demonstration will be shown at the recommended store.Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays - we will visit handicraft center instead
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

TopkapI Palace

Visit the headquarter of Ottoman Empire and see the exhibitions such as treasury, weaponary, kitchen, imperial dresses and more.
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1 hour 30 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
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • As Hagia Sophia is not a museum anymore, tour guides don't have skip-the-line priority there. You may need to wait in the security line
  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays can be replaced with Spice Market. Carpet weaving lecture will be presented also.
  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays can be replaced with Basilica Cistern.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Istanbul Shore Excursion?

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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Istanbul Shore Excursion?
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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:
  • Tram ride to the old city and back (Public Transportation).
  • Sundays - Grand Bazaar is closed - we will visit handcraft center instead.
  • Your Guide will meet you at the Port.
  • Professional Licenced English Speaking Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuties & Meals.
  • Topkapı Palace.
  • Hagia Sophia Mosque.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

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 Istanbul Shore Excursion is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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 Istanbul Shore Excursion 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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  • Tram ride to the old city and back (Public Transportation)
  • Sundays - Grand Bazaar is closed - we will visit handcraft center instead
  • Your Guide will meet you at the Port
  • Professional Licenced English Speaking Guide
  • Gratuties & Meals
  • Topkapı Palace
  • Hagia Sophia Mosque

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • On Fridays, Hagia Sophia or Blue Mosque will be visited from outside because of the worship.
  • As Hagia Sophia is not a museum anymore, tour guides don't have skip-the-line priority there. You may need to wait in the security line
  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays can be replaced with Spice Market. Carpet weaving lecture will be presented also.
  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays can be replaced with Basilica Cistern.
  • Skip the line service is not available for active mosques - there is a queue for the entrance. Ladies must cover the head with a scarf at the mosque visits. Please bring your scarf. Shoulders and knees must be covered.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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  • 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.

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