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Top Highlights of Istanbul: Luxury Private Day Tour

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Enjoy and visit all the Top Highlights of Istanbul with the help of our professionally licenced, passionate guides we’ll give you an insight into what makes Istanbul so very special. This classical full day tour includes the main attractions of Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar.

What's Included

  • Private Professional Licenced Tour Guide
  • Transportation
  • TopkapI Palace
  • Hagia Sophia
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Binbirdirek
At Meydanı Caddesi, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

TopkapI Palace

The former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Today a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collections of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family. ** closed on Tuesdays and replaces with Basilica Cistern.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Blue Mosque

One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hippodrome

The former center of sprotive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Basilica Cistern

located in the southwest of Hagia Sophia. This large underground cistern built by Byzantine Emperor Justinian I (527-565) was named as Yerebatan Palace ere among the people due to the marble columns rising from the water and countless seemingly like. It is also known as Basilica Cistern since there is a Basilica in the place where the cistern is located.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

In addition to its historical importance, it's a bazaar that will tempt even the nonshoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs.
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1 hour 30 minutes 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
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Top Highlights of Istanbul: Luxury Private Day 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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What's Included

Activity name

  • Private Professional Licenced Tour Guide
  • Transportation
  • TopkapI Palace
  • Hagia Sophia
  • Basilica Cistern

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
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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