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Private Guided Historical Tour in Istanbul

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Istanbul, Turkey

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5 to 7 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

I provide private customized tours for your needs in my city. I will be delighted to share my knowledge and experience with you in a private tour, special to you through the streets of Istanbul in which you can adjust the pace and see or to do more or less. You will skip the ticket lines since I will provide the pre purchased tickets.You can enjoy history, culture, gastronomy and shopping of the city in the best customized way with me. As a local Istanbul born and raised professional tour guide, I will do my best to comfort you and enjoy the city's life, history, food and shopping.

What's Included

  • Professional licensed guide
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point
Pickup details

Galataport Cruise ship Port of Istanbul or central locations of Istanbul Hotels pick up by PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION is possible. In the pick up point I will hold a sign with the travelers' name.

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Meeting point

Binbirdirek
At Meydanı Caddesi, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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

End point

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

Blue Mosque

We visit the one of the most beautiful Ottoman mosques decorated with 4 centuries old blue Iznik tiles.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hippodrome

We visit the surviving monuments of the Hippodrome of Constantinople where the Roman chariots used to race, a stadium of the time which was bigger than any soccer stadium of today. It's capacity was a 100000 people at the time that the city's population was 400000.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Topkapi Palace

A valuable visit to understand the Ottoman history, to their 4 century serving, traditional palace which consist of the exhibition halls of the Ottoman jewels, ceremonial weapons, clocks, kitchen ware etc. A highlight in the old town.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hagia Sophia Mosque

Ayasofya (Hagia Sophia), one of the oldest and the greatest houses of worship. We visit the visiting part of the church/mosque of the Romans and the Ottomans. 6th century built by the Byzantine emperor Justinian. A marvel of architecture.
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50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica Cistern

We visit the 6th century built spectacular water reservoir of the Romans. A real proof of the advanced Roman architecture with its 336 ancient columns which looks like a sunken palace.
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50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kapali Carsi

You experience the oriental way of shopping in the oldest and the biggest indoor shopping mall of Europe with an age of nearly 6 centuries, shops of 4000 and entrance/exit gates of 21. The famous bizarre bazaar!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Galeyan Restaurant

In a convenient time of the day, we have a lunch break and it will be the time to experience the great Turkish cuisine in either of the two great restaurants; Deraliye or Galeyan or simple cafeteria lunch at the Pudding Shop.
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1 hour • 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
  • Not recommended for travelers with wheel chair or serious walking difficulties
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Guided 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). 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

  • Professional licensed guide
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Basilica Cistern Entrance Fee
  • Hagia Sophia Entrance Fee
  • Gratuity
  • Topkapi Palace Entrance Fee

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with wheel chair or serious walking difficulties
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Free Cancellation

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

100% refund
No refund

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.

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