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Half Day Private Istanbul Tour

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Istanbul, Turkey
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4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish, Malay
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Overview

Skip the museum queues with your licenced guide! During this half day tour you will discover Sultanahmet area by seeing some highlights. This tour program designed for who does not have a long day but still wants to discover a lot in the old city of Istanbul. We can customize this program according to your needs as well.

What's Included

  • English speaking private guidance.
  • Entrance fees to the museums.
  • Private transportation
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Meeting and Pickup

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We can meet with the guest at the requested point, any hotel, port or a general area.

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

Hagia Sophia Museum, the pride of the Byzantine architecture.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Blue Mosque

Blue Mosque, famous for its blue Iznik tiles, one of the highlights of the city.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Basilica Cistern

An amazing underground cistern where you will see hundreds of columns.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

Enjoy shopping in the world’s largest covered bazaar with 4000 shops, is known as Grand Bazaar.
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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
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Half Day Private Istanbul Tour?

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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Activity code: C-192557P3

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What's Included

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  • English speaking private guidance.
  • Entrance fees to the museums.
  • Private transportation

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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