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Private & Mini Group 8 hours Shore Excursions in Istanbul port

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8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Explore Istanbul with a small group tour max. 10 pax and private option. Our tour includes Ancient Hippodrome, Blue mosque, Topkapi palace, St. Sophia ( Not allowed the guiding inside St. Sophia anymore. Every guests have to have own smart phones inside of St. Sophia . Application will be used inside ), Grand bazaar. Professional Licenced Tour guide and A/C transportation are included.
* Small group ensures personal service
* Informative, friendly and professional guide
* Small-group tour by minibus
* Option with Private Tour for your family.

What's Included

  • GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
  • Tax
  • Transport by A/C Van .
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance Fees (Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip lines)
  • Tips to your guide and driver
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Meeting and Pickup

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Explore Istanbul in a small group tour max. 10 pax with Private Option Pick up from listed Hotels Lobbies and Istanbul Cruise Terminal for cruise guests. Suggested pick up time will be given on your confirmation message.Explore Istanbul with a small group tour max. 10 pax Our small group tour includes Ancient Hippodrome, Blue mosque, Topkapi palace, St. Sophia ( Not allowed the guiding inside St. Sophia anymore. Every guests have to have own smart phones inside of St. Sophia . Application will be used inside ), Grand bazaar. Professional Licenced Tour guide and A/C transportation are included. * Small group ensures personal service * Informative, friendly and professional guide * Small-group tour by minibus * Option with Private Tour for your family

What To Expect

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Hippodrome

Pick up from listed hotels' lobby or at the Istanbul Galata port terminal with your name sign. Meeting time will be given during confirmation. Drive to Old city. Our first stop will be Hippodrome Square where used to take place for chariot races and the Byzantine riots during Roman & Byzantine period.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Blue Mosque

Our second Stop is Blue Mosque, has its fame from its beautiful blue Iznik tiles.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

Only a short walk away, reaches Hagia Sophia built in 532 AD by Roman Emperor Justinian I. and Blue Mosque, has its fame from its beautiful blue Iznik tiles.Update for St. Sophia interior visit : Live guiding is not allowed in St. Sophia after the 15th January 2024. Guests have to have their smart phones and headphones during their visit. If guests do not have a headphone, they can buy at the entrance at the cost of 3,5-USD The system is similar to audio guide system. Guests who does not have smart phones will follow the signs and the given informations on the signs .( Not allowed the guiding inside St. Sophia anymore. Every guests have to have own smart phones inside of St. Sophia . Application will be used inside )
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

TopkapI Palace

We will continue walking to Topkapi Palace, was not only the residence of the Ottoman sultans, but also the administrative and educational center of the state. It was constructed between 1460 and 1478 by Sultan Mehmed II, the conqueror of Constantinople. We will visit the Topkapi Palace including weapons section.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

After lunch break ( not included ) we will visit Grand Bazaar where is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with more than 58 covered streets and over 1,200 shops which attract between 250,000 and 400,000 visitors daily. Opened in 1461, it is well known for its jewelry, pottery, spice, and carpet shops. Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays. St. Sophia will be visited on Sundays. Drive or walk back to the port or to our hotel. . The end of our services.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship such as churches, monasteries, mosques, synagogues and selected museums. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. Shoes are not to be worn in mosques. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private & Mini Group 8 hours Shore Excursions in Istanbul port?

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

  • GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
  • Tax
  • Transport by A/C Van .
  • Professional Licenced Tour Guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance Fees (Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip lines)
  • Tips to your guide and driver

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship such as churches, monasteries, mosques, synagogues and selected museums. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. Shoes are not to be worn in mosques. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited. On Tuesdays : Topkapi Palace replaced by Underground Cistern, On Sundays: Grand Bazaar will be replaced by Spice Market. Grand Bazaar on religious holidays will be replaced by Arasta Bazaar. On Fridays: Blue Mosque is open from 15.00 to 17.30

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