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Istanbul Discovery Tour with Private Guide and Private Vehicle

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Istanbul, Turkey
  • 6 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • Private transportation
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Professional guide
    • Discover rich tradition of Turkish handicrafts through unique art &shopping experiences in Old City
    • Fast Track Ticket Avaliable to skip the huge queue
    • Soft Drinks
    • Public Transportation
    • Public Transportation Fees
    • Entrance fee - Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
      €25.00 per person
    • Entrance fee - Basilica Cistern
      €25.00 per person

    Meeting and Pickup

    You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    Your private driver or guide will meet you at your selected pickup location (Hotel, Airport, or Port) holding a sign with your name on it. Please provide a valid WhatsApp number during booking for seamless communication and real time coordination. You will be picked up in a premium, air conditioned VIP vehicle (Mercedes Vito) to ensure a comfortable start to your discovery. If you have a stroller or any special luggage requirements, please let us know in advance so we can arrange the vehicle space accordingly.

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    Meeting point

    • German Fountain
      Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

      Your guide will be waiting for you right in front of the German Fountain. He will be holding a tablet with your name on it. Since this is a private tour, he will also reach out to you via WhatsApp 15 minutes before the meeting to ensure a smooth meetup.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Operating hours

    • 02/21/2026 - 07/04/2027

      Monday - Sunday : 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM

      Tuesday : 8:30 AM - 7:30 PM

      Wednesday : 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM

    Itinerary

    1

    Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

    50 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    2

    Blue Mosque

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Hippodrome

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Basilica Cistern

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    From $597.00

    per group (up to 6)

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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