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Private Guided Tour: Discovering Istanbul

5 Reviews 4.20 out of 5 stars Based on 5 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Istanbul, Turkey

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8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

This private tour of Istanbul's old town district is a wonderful mix of history and culture, enriched by an expert tour guide.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Pickup / drop off service is provided from/to hotels at European side of Istanbul
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fees to attraction
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup / drop off service is provided from / to centrally located hotels at European side of Istanbul

What To Expect

Hippodrome

After your guide picks you up from your accommodations, the tour will open with the magnificent Hippodrome, once the site of chariot races during the Roman and Byzantine times. See the ancient monuments which stand here to this day, such as the Obelisk of the Theodosius, the Serpentine Column, and the Column of Constantine.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Blue Mosque

Then, visit the most photographed site in Istanbul, the Blue Mosque. Famous for its beautiful courtyard and impressive minarets, the mosque gets its nickname from the splendid blue tiles that cover its interior walls.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Topkapi Palace

Next, visit Topkapi Palace, home to the Sultans of the Ottoman Empire. Today, Topkapi Palace is a spectacular museum that houses the Muslim world’s holiest relics, including the cloak and sword of the Prophet Mohammed.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Hagia Sophia Mosque

Break for lunch, then continue to the Hagia Sophia, one of the world's architectural gems. An ancient basilica dating back to the 4th century, the Hagia Sophia stood as the Cathedral of Constantinople for over a thousand years before being converted into a mosque in 1453, it serves as a museum today.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

Spend time in Istanbul's famous Grand Bazaar, the largest and the oldest covered marketplace in the world, where you may find all kinds of gifts, leather, clothing, rugs (carpets), antiques, and jewelry in an authentic Oriental atmosphere. Experience the sights, sounds, and aromas. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel or cruise port.
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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
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Due to the COVID-19 Virus the itinerary may change as some attractions may be closed.
  • Dolmabahce is closed on Mondays.
  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Guided Tour: Discovering 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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  • Private transportation
  • Pickup / drop off service is provided from/to hotels at European side of Istanbul
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
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  • Professional art historian guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fees to attraction

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Due to the COVID-19 Virus the itinerary may change as some attractions may be closed.
  • Dolmabahce is closed on Mondays.
  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays.
  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays.
  • This is a walking tour.

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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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