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Private Ottoman Istanbul Full-Day Tour with Local Expert Guide
Private Ottoman Istanbul Full-Day Tour with Expert Guide
Ottoman Istanbul Full-Day Tour with Local Private Guide
Ottoman Istanbul Full-Day Tour with Private Guide
Ottoman Istanbul Full-Day Tour with Expert Private Guide

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Overview

Soak up the enchanting atmosphere of Ottoman Istanbul on this full-day private tour. Visit the key cultural heritage sites such as the Blue Mosque, the Topkapi Palace, and feel the Ottoman majesty. Get inspiration from the spiciness and brightness of the Grand Bazaar. Learn about the awe-inspiring history of the Hagia Sophia, originally built as an Orthodox Christian cathedral, and converted into a mosque after the Ottoman conquest in 1453. Choose the early morning or evening to visit the Hagia Sophia for a crowd-free excursion. A lunch break and a cup of Turkish flavored coffee are included.

Explore the world of Ottoman civilization in a company of a personal guide;

Visit the key historical sites such as the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia;
Feel the vibrant buzz of the Grand Bazaar;

Admire the spectacular view from the Bosphorus waterfront;

Savor a traditional meal at a local restaurant;

Choose the visiting time for a crowd-free excursion in the Hagia Sophia

What's Included

  • Iconic places for photoshoot
  • Must see and off the beaten path
  • Customizable itinerary
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees
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Meeting and Pickup

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Lobby of your hotel. Please provide the exact name and address of your hotel.Your guide will meet you at your centrally-located hotel, hostel or vacation rental You don't need to call to confirm the tour. The local supplier will contact you via email

What To Expect

Istanbul

Meet your guide at your hotel located within city limits, receive a blue eye-shaped amulet Nazar as a gift, and make yourself comfortable in a personal air-conditioned minivan.Your first stop will be the Hagia Sophia Museum. You will have a 1-hour excursion and learn the awe-inspiring and puzzling history of this mosque. As you step in the edifice, you will explore the brilliant mastership of Byzantine architectures and mosaic craftsmen and feel a close connection with the past itself.Your next stop will be the majestic Blue Mosque. You will walk through its halls, enjoy azure handcrafted tiles artfully decorated with traditional floral ornament. You will wander through the splendid chambers of the Topkapi Palace, and gaze at the opulent imperial treasury.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Istanbul

After a lunch break at a local restaurant, you will plunge into the chaotic buzz and incredible vividness of the Grand Bazaar. It is the magical world, where you can buy not only cute jewelry and colorful carpets, but find a real antique treasure. There you will grab a cup of flavored Turkish coffee and try an old ritual of fortune-telling.The last stop is the Bosphorus waterfront, where you will enjoy the picturesque view over the strait and Istanbul. After it, your tour ends with a hotel drop-off.Optional Early Morning or Evening Visit to Hagia SophiaIf you've decided to visit the Hagia Sophia before the regular opening time of 9 pm, you will become the first guest of the museum and can capture the stunning mosaic in gentle morning lights.If you've decided to come after the official closing time of 6 pm in winter, or 8 pm in summer, it will become the last spot of your tour, and you can quietly enjoy the stunning interior in the romantic light of the setting sun.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Blue Mosque

The Blue Mosque is an elegant and majestic mosque built in the early 17th century. The edifice is famous for its unique interior. It has six minarets and is decorated with delicately handcrafted tiles of Iznik ceramics in a rich palette of blue color.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

The Grand Bazaar is one of the largest covered markets in the world. It has 61 streets, 4400 shops, 2195 tailor shops, 18 fountains, 12 mosques, and 12 warehouses. The bazaar rightfully considered the heart and soul of Istanbul is a place where you can feel the magical charm of the East.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

The Hagia Sophia is a magnificent pearl of Historic Areas of Istanbul, listed in the UNESCO World Heritage sites. It was originally built as the main Orthodox cathedral during the Byzantine Empire, converted into the main mosque after the Ottoman invasion in 1453, and now is a museum.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

TopkapI Palace

The Topkapi Palace is a palace complex, the ancient residence of the Turkish sultans in Istanbul. The total area of the palace buildings is 70 hectares, and every square meter soaks in gold, luxury and all kinds of treasures.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

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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
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Ottoman Istanbul Full-Day Tour with Local Expert Guide?

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 Ottoman Istanbul Full-Day Tour with Local Expert Guide?
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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:
  • Iconic places for photoshoot.
  • Must see and off the beaten path.
  • Customizable itinerary.
  • Meeting in the hotel lobby.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • All Fees and Taxes.
  • Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour.
  • Friendly local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities (optional).
  • Lunch.
  • Entrance fees.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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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.

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Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Private Ottoman Istanbul Full-Day Tour with Local Expert Guide is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Ottoman Istanbul Full-Day Tour with Local Expert Guide 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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  • Iconic places for photoshoot
  • Must see and off the beaten path
  • Customizable itinerary
  • Meeting in the hotel lobby
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour
  • Friendly local guide
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees

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

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