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Full-Day Private Tour of Istanbul with Pick Up

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Istanbul, Turkey
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7 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Private guided flexible tour, avoid ticket lines. Detailed information, enough time for lunch and short coffee breaks.

What's Included

  • Public transportation
  • Guiding
  • Lunch
  • Private transportation
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Included with the option “Full-Day Private Tour of Istanbul with Pick Up”.

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Meeting point

For the option “Cruise Lines special”.

Kılıçali Paşa Mah. Meclis-i Mebusan Cad. No: 8 İç Kapı No: 102
Kılıçali Paşa, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye

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TopkapI Palace

Skip to ticket line with your official guide and enjoy of your visit with four courtyards with history culture and wonderful view of Istanbul Bosphorus, Asia Minor and Golden Horn.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

The cathedral was originally built as a Greek Orthodox church which lasted from 360 AD until the conquest of Constantinople by the Ottoman Empire in 1453. It served as a mosque until 1935, when it became a museum. In 2020, the site once again became a mosque.For visiting line in front of the entrance gate, waiting time around 45 minutes. There is not priority pass for official guides.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Blue Mosque

The Blue Mosque, also known by its official name, the Sultan Ahmed Mosque. Famous with six minarets and unique tiles.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Hippodrome

Hippodrome of Constantinople, throughout the Byzantine period, the Hippodrome was the centre of the city's social life, political, sportive activities. Visiting Obelisk of Thutmose III, Walled Obelisk, German Fountain and some ruins from original hippodrome.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Basilica Cistern

Built in the 6th century during the reign of Byzantine Emperor Justinian. This subterranean cistern was called Basilica because it was located under a large public square, the Stoa Basilica, on the First Hill of Constantinople. Approximately 138 metres (453 ft) by 65 metres (213 ft), about 9,800 square metres (105,000 sq ft) in area, capable of holding 80,000 cubic metres (2,800,000 cu ft) of water, 336 marble columns, each 9 metres (30 ft) high. During the tour, you will visit marble blocks carved with the face of Medusa and teardrop column
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with 61 covered streets and over 4,000 shops on a total area of 30,700 m2, attracting between 250,000 and 400,000 visitors daily. The Grand Bazaar at Istanbul is often regarded as one of the first shopping malls of the world.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Full-Day Private Tour of Istanbul with Pick Up?

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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What's Included

Activity name

  • Public transportation
  • Guiding
  • Lunch
  • Private transportation
  • Gratuities
  • Topkapı Palace
  • St. Sophia
  • Underground Cistern

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • 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
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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