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Istanbul, Turkey
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40 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

❌ The entrance fee is not included!

✅ This is a Private Guided Tour
✅ No waiting in the Line

✅ Travellers may purchase the tickets directly at the museum ticket office without waiting in line when accompanied by your licensed Tour Guide Nuri Erbay

Enjoy the flexibility of a private guided tour and fully immerse yourself in the Basilica Cistern.

What's Included

  • Private Tour Guide with Nuri Erbay
  • Tickets of The Basilica Cistern
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Alemdar
Yerebatan Cd. 1/3, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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Basilica Cistern

it was built during the rulership of Justinianus the first in 6 century in order to provide water and greatly enlarged by the emperor of justinian.There are more than 60 underground of cisterns underneath of the streets and underground of the istanbul houses. And you will be seeing a mythological belief of the Medusa statues from the 4th century in Basilica Cistern.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Kids ages 6 and below free of charge for Basilica Cistern & for Guided Tour

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Basilica Cistern (Private Guide & No waiting) Ticket not included?

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

  • Private Tour Guide with Nuri Erbay
  • Tickets of The Basilica Cistern

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Kids ages 6 and below free of charge for Basilica Cistern & for Guided Tour

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