Private Highlights of Old City Istanbul Tour
Overview
Discover the best of Istanbul on a private tour with our expert guide. Our tour will take you to the city's most iconic sights, including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar. You'll be immersed in the rich history and culture of this vibrant city as you explore its famous landmarks and hidden gems.
With our private tour, you'll have the flexibility to customize your itinerary and take your time exploring the sites that interest you the most. Our knowledgeable guide will be on hand to answer all your questions and share fascinating insights about the history and culture of Istanbul.
Our main attraction visits are close to each other, therefore you will walk between every attraction you will visit. There is no vehicle usage.
During the tour you are able to visit some shops such as Carpet showroom, leather, turkish delight, jewelry, etc...
Stores to visit:
Carpet Showroom
Jewelery
What's Included
- All Local Taxes
- Insurance
- Professional Tour Guide
- Food & Drinks
- Personal Expenses
- TopkapI Palace
- Hagia Sophia Mosque
- Driver & Guide Tips - Gratitue
Meeting Location
Sultan Ahmet
Ayasofya Meydanı No:1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Hippodrome
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Blue Mosque
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
TopkapI Palace
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Grand Bazaar
1 hour 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 are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- GUIDED BY INDIGENOUS LOCALS
- TAILOR-MADE TO YOUR LIKING
- Hagia Sophia entarance fee is 25 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- Topkapi Palace entrance fee is 2000 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Highlights of Old City Istanbul Tour?
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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).
- All Local Taxes.
- Insurance.
- Professional Tour Guide.
- Food & Drinks.
- Personal Expenses.
- TopkapI Palace.
- Hagia Sophia Mosque.
- Driver & Guide Tips - Gratitue.
The minimum age to participate is 9..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Highlights of Old City Istanbul Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Highlights of Old City Istanbul Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All Local Taxes
- Insurance
- Professional Tour Guide
- Food & Drinks
- Personal Expenses
- TopkapI Palace
- Hagia Sophia Mosque
- Driver & Guide Tips - Gratitue
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 are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- GUIDED BY INDIGENOUS LOCALS
- TAILOR-MADE TO YOUR LIKING
- Hagia Sophia entarance fee is 25 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- Topkapi Palace entrance fee is 2000 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
