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Private Istanbul Full Day ( 7 to 9 hours ) Tour - Skip the line

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Overview

PRIVATE Full Day tour includes 5 highlights (Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome Square, Grand Bazaar) in Istanbul.
• Private Tour for your family and friends
• You will decide on departure time
• Our tour guide will meet you at the Port/Hotel with your name sign,
• Our professional tour guide will be with you from arrival till departure,
• You will have flexibilty to spend how much time you want in each site and customize the itinerary,
• You do not have to wait for other group members
• You may stop to have pictures during your tour.
• You may stop for lunch in a local restaurant to taste famous Turkish Kebaps

What's Included

  • GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
  • Transportation with brand new air-conditioned minivan/minibus
  • Private tour for your family and Friends only
  • Lunch and Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance Fees (Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip lines)
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Pick up from Istanbul cruise port. Suggested pick up time will be given during confirmation• Private Tour for your family and friends • You will decide on departure time • Our tour guide will meet you at the Port/Hotel with your name sign, • Our professional tour guide will be with you from arrival till departure, • You will have flexibilty to spend how much time you want in each site and customize the itinerary, • You do not have to wait for other group members • You may stop to have pictures during your tour. • You may stop for lunch in a local restaurant to taste famous Turkish Kebaps

What To Expect

Galataport Istanbul

Our tour guide will pick you up at Galata port with your name sign. After greeteing drive to old city.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hippodrome

Our first stop is Hippodrome Square where used to take place for chariot races and the Byzantine riots during Roman & Byzantine period
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Blue Mosque

Blue Mosque which is the one of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Topkapi Palace

Topkapi Palace, was not only the residence of the Ottoman sultans, but also the administrative and educational center of the state. It was constructed between 1460 and 1478 by Sultan Mehmed II, the conqueror of Constantinople. We will visit the Topkapi Palace including weapons section.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Hagia Sophia Mosque

After Blue Mosque, we are going to visit Hagia Sophia which is The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.Update for St. Sophia interior visit : Live guiding is not allowed in St. Sophia after the 15th January 2024. Guests have to have their smart phones and headphones during their visit. If guests do not have a headphone, they can buy at the entrance at the cost of 3,5-USD The system is similar to audio guide system. Guests who does not have smart phones will follow the signs and the given informations on the signs .
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

We will visit Grand Bazaar where is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with more than 58 covered streets and over 1,200 shops which attract between 250,000 and 400,000 visitors daily. Opened in 1461, it is well known for its jewelry, pottery, spice, and carpet shops. After Free time in Grand bazar, we will be back to your hotel or port The end of our services
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Galataport Istanbul

Drive back to Galataport and the end of our services
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • At time of booking, Hotels guests must provide hotel name
  • In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited. On Tuesdays : Topkapi Palace replaced by Underground Cistern, On Sundays: Grand Bazaar will be replaced by Spice Market. Grand Bazaar and Spice Market are closed during Religious Holidays will be replaced by Arasta Bazaar. On Fridays: Blue Mosque is open from 14.30 to 16.30 Blue Mosque is open from 14.30 to 16.30 on Fridays
  • Blue Mosque is open from 14.30 to 16.30 on Fridays
  • Visit to holy places of worship such as churches, monasteries, mosques, synagogues bare shoulders are not permitted, nor shoes in mosques.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Istanbul Full Day ( 7 to 9 hours ) Tour – Skip the line?

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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Average 4.82 out of 5 stars based on 17 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Istanbul Full Day ( 7 to 9 hours ) Tour – Skip the line?
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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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT.
  • Transportation with brand new air-conditioned minivan/minibus.
  • Private tour for your family and Friends only.
  • Local taxes.
  • Professional Private tour guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch and Drinks.
  • Gratuities.
  • Entrance Fees (Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip lines).
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 Private Istanbul Full Day ( 7 to 9 hours ) Tour - Skip the line is as follows:

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Istanbul Full Day ( 7 to 9 hours ) Tour - Skip the line 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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What's Included

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  • GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
  • Transportation with brand new air-conditioned minivan/minibus
  • Private tour for your family and Friends only
  • Local taxes
  • Professional Private tour guide
  • Lunch and Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance Fees (Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip lines)

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • At time of booking, Hotels guests must provide hotel name
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited. On Tuesdays : Topkapi Palace replaced by Underground Cistern, On Sundays: Grand Bazaar will be replaced by Spice Market. Grand Bazaar and Spice Market are closed during Religious Holidays will be replaced by Arasta Bazaar. On Fridays: Blue Mosque is open from 14.30 to 16.30 Blue Mosque is open from 14.30 to 16.30 on Fridays
  • Blue Mosque is open from 14.30 to 16.30 on Fridays
  • Visit to holy places of worship such as churches, monasteries, mosques, synagogues bare shoulders are not permitted, nor shoes in mosques.

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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