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Private Istanbul Tour: Explore the City's Classics with a Guide

5.0 (45 reviews) 4–6 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Istanbul Tour: Explore the City's Classics with a Guide

About this activity

Embark on a journey through time as you visit Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks! Start with the breathtaking architecture of Hagia Sophia, then explore the magnificent Blue Mosque with its stunning domes and minarets. Dive into the mystical atmosphere of the ancient Basilica Cistern and step into the grandeur of the Topkapi Palace, once home to Ottoman sultans. End your day at the vibrant Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets, for a colorful and lively shopping experience. Book now to enjoy an unforgettable day filled with history and culture!

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At a glance

Duration
4–6 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–6
Guide
English
Operated by
Recommended İstanbul Tours

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Professional Tour Guide

Not included

  • Not included: Lunch
  • Not included: Transportation is optional
  • Not included: Museum Ticket

Itinerary

  1. Blue Mosque

    30 min

    Blue Mosque, built in the 17th century, is one of the most beautiful mosques in the city.

  2. Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

    30 min Admission not included

    Hagia Sophia was first built as a church in the 6th century and is now a mosque.

  3. Hippodrome

    15 min

    Hippodrome, where the horse races organized by the Roman emperors and monuments brought from different regions.

  4. TopkapI Palace

    2 hours Admission not included

    Topkapi Palace is a place where 26 of the 36 sultans spent nearly 400 years with their wives, children and concubines

  5. Basilica Cistern

    30 min Admission not included

    Step into one of Istanbul’s most mysterious and impressive landmarks, the Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnıcı). Built in the 6th century during the reign of Byzantine Emperor Justinian I, this underground masterpiece once supplied water to the Great Palace and surrounding buildings.

  6. Grand Bazaar

    one hour

    Grand Bazaar was built by Sultan Mehmet right after the conquest and is the heart of Istanbul, with approximately 4 thousand shops today.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Guests meet at the German Fountain. To get there, take the T1 tram to Sultanahmet station and walk for two minutes.

End point

  • Guests meet at the German Fountain. To get there, take the T1 tram to Sultanahmet station and walk for two minutes.

Pickup points

  • Perla di Pera Hotel
  • Grand Prince Hotel Taksim
  • Eymen Palace Hotel
  • Regard Hotel
  • Yamalya Suites Hotel
  • Corner Park Suites
  • Marrti̇n Istanbul
  • Rumi Apart Hotel Beyoglu
  • Endless Residence
  • Medusa Apart Hotel
  • Little Ganj Suites
  • Volga Boutique Hotel

and 494 more pickup points

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Travel time is included on the total tour duration

  • Guides can meet you in central hotels.

  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sunday, Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesday

Options

  • Private Guide

  • Private Guide and Vehicle

    VITO

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

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