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Luxury Small-Group Tour of Imperial Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey

8 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Immerse yourself in Istanbul’s fascinating cultural highlights on this small-group, full-day tour in a luxury Mercedes minivan. Cruise through Istanbul in comfort and style as your expert local guide details the captivating events that shaped this great city. Hear tales of its different rulers, from the Romans to the Ottomans. Tour Hagia Sophia, the German Fountain and Topkapi Palace. This tour is limited to eight people to ensure a quality experience.

8-hour Imperial Istanbul tour by luxury, air-conditioned Mercedes minivan
Learn about Istanbul’s Imperial days when the city was known as Constantinople
Explore four historical Istanbul attractions with a knowledgeable local guide
Guaranteed to skip the long ticket lines

What's Included

Meeting and Pickup

Itinerary

Your full-day tour kicks off with a convenient pickup from your central hotel, located on the European-side of Istanbul. Climb into your luxury air-conditioned Mercedes minivan and settle in for a comfortable and fashionable ride. Meet your expert guide, a local who will educate you about Istanbul’s deep history.

Stretch your legs at your first stop of the day, the Istanbul Archaeology Museum. Keep your eyes tuned to the intricate works in the exhibits as your guide explains their historical significance. Works in the museum date back as early as the 4th century. A set of handy headphones will allow you to hear your guide clearly amidst the crowds of other visitors.

Pick up more fascinating insights from your guide en route to your next stop, such as the different rulers of Istanbul throughout history. See evidence of Roman, Ottoman, and Byzantine empires scattered throughout the streets today.

Next, stop at Topkapi Palace, a sprawling work of architectural art built by 15th-century sultans. Stroll the maze-like quarters as you stumble upon gardens, fountains, vistas, and even the harem quarters. Listen to your guide tell stories of this unique time, and admire the intricate Ottoman décor.

Satiate your appetite at Istanbul’s renowned Matbah restaurant, serving traditional Turkish delicacies during a 4-course lunch. See the Itinerary for a sample menu. Once you’re re-energized, continue to Chora Church, a stunning Byzantine-era monastery.

A tour of Istanbul would not be complete without a visit to Hagia Sophia, your final stop. Tour the museum’s Ottoman- and Byzantine-era artifacts, admire the architecture, then climb back into your Mercedes van for a brief rest on the drive back to your Istanbul hotel.

Istanbul

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Istanbul Archaeological Museum

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

TopkapI Palace

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Hagia Irene Museum

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Sogukcesme Sokak (Pass By)

German Fountain

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Basilica Cistern

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews

4.8

based on 6 reviews

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Great Tour!

Mark_A, Oct 2019

This was an absolutely wonderful way to see Istanbul’s history! The pickup was exactly on time, the lunch extremely tasty and set in an amazing restaurant. The best part of the whole experience was our guide who really made the tour worth it.

Response from Host, Oct 2019

Dear Mark, Thank you for sparing time and writing this kind review. It's a pleasure to read these words. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our tour. Please visit our beautiful country again, Neon Tours

An excellent tour, with a very...

Peter D, Oct 2015

An excellent tour, with a very knowledgeable guide. She allowed us plenty of time to view the many sites.

Our tour guide was very friendly and...

Brad W, May 2015

Our tour guide was very friendly and spoke very good English. The tour started on time and they picked us up at our hotel. Our guide had our tickets pre purchased and we skipped all the lines. This saved us hours over the course of the day. We saw all the highlights. Very good would book again.

A full day made very enjoyable bu...

Peter H, Nov 2014

A full day made very enjoyable bu our guide.he gave a great deal of information without swamping us. The history of Istanbul is so interesting that you feel privileged to hear the full story.We appreciated the lunch too!