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Private Istanbul Walking & Driving Tour with Guide &Skip-the-Line

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Overview

What Makes Our Tour Unique

️ Locally Guided by Experts – Your tour is led by a licensed, professional local guide who knows not only the history, but also the hidden stories and everyday life of Istanbul.

Warm & Personalized Experience – Our tours feel like walking with a well-informed local friend — casual, comfortable, and tailored to your interests and pace.

Scenic, Relaxed & Flexible – We keep things stress-free. There’s no rush — plenty of time for questions, breaks, photos, and spontaneous discoveries along the way.

⏩ Skip-the-Line Access – Spend less time waiting and more time exploring. We offer priority entry at major landmarks to make the most of your visit.

Rich Storytelling – Expect more than dates and facts. We bring history to life through engaging stories, local legends, and cultural insights that make every step meaningful.

What's Included

  • Blue Mosque and Hippodrome free entrance
  • Private Tour
  • Fast Track Ticket Avaible
  • Lunch Meals and refreshments are not included in the tour price. However, your guide will be happy to recommend local spots if you'd like to take a break during the tour.
  • Hagia Sophia is not included in the tour price.
  • The entrance fee to Topkapı Palace is not included in the tour price.
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup & Start Time Information: We offer flexible pickup options to make your experience as convenient as possible. Travelers can be picked up from any location of their choice within central Istanbul, including hotels, apartments, or popular landmarks.The tour can also begin at any preferred time — just let us know what works best for you, and we’ll tailor the schedule accordingly.Your comfort, timing, and convenience are our priority.

What To Expect

Istanbul Old City tour

At Istanbul Heritage Walks, we offer private walking tours that immerse travelers in the rich spirit of Istanbul’s Old City. Our signature experience takes you through iconic landmarks of ancient Constantinople, led by a licensed local guide. With historical storytelling, humor, and personal insights, this tour offers a friendly, engaging, and memorable experience for curious explorers.Tour highlights include: - Hagia Sophia (entry fee not included)* - Blue Mosque (free entry) - Topkapi Palace (entry fee not included)* - Hippodrome (free to visit) - Basilica Cistern (entry fee not included) - Grand Bazaar (free to visit)✔️ Led by a licensed local professional tour guide Friendly and personal atmosphere Plenty of time for photos and discoveries ⏩ *Skip-the-line access available at select sites*
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7 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Istanbul Walking & Driving Tour with Guide &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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Istanbul Walking & Driving Tour with Guide &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:
  • Blue Mosque and Hippodrome free entrance.
  • Private Tour.
  • Fast Track Ticket Avaible.
  • The guide will meet you at the meeting point of your choice.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch. Meals and refreshments are not included in the tour price. However, your guide will be happy to recommend local spots if you'd like to take a break during the tour.
  • Hagia Sophia is not included in the tour price.
  • The entrance fee to Topkapı Palace is not included in the tour price.
  • The entrance fee to Basilica Cistern is not included in the tour price.
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..

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 Walking & Driving Tour with Guide &Skip-the-Line is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 Private Istanbul Walking & Driving Tour with Guide &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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  • Blue Mosque and Hippodrome free entrance
  • Private Tour
  • Fast Track Ticket Avaible
  • The guide will meet you at the meeting point of your choice.
  • LunchMeals and refreshments are not included in the tour price. However, your guide will be happy to recommend local spots if you'd like to take a break during the tour.
  • Hagia Sophia is not included in the tour price.
  • The entrance fee to Topkapı Palace is not included in the tour price.
  • The entrance fee to Basilica Cistern is not included in the tour price.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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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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