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Istanbul Shore Excursion : BEST of ISTANBUL Full Day Private Tour

Istanbul, Turkey
  • 8 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • Professional licensed tour guide
    • Meet your guide at Galataport Cruise Port
    • Public transportation during the tour
    • Skip the ticket purchase line at Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern
    • Free time to explore Turkish handicrafts, including carpets, ceramics, leather and jewelry
    • Lunch & Gratuities
    • Topkapi Palace entrance ticket
      TRY2,750.00 per person
    • Basilica Cistern entrance ticket
      TRY2,250.00 per person
    • Private vehicle transportation, unless the private van option is selected

    Meeting and Pickup

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

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    Traveler pickup is available. We guarantee an on time return to your cruise ship. For last minute bookings or tours starting later in the day, please note that some museums and attractions may close around 5:00 PM. In this case, your guide will suggest suitable alternative sites during the tour. Your private guide will meet you at Galataport Cruise Port or at centrally located hotels in Istanbul. If your hotel is outside the central area, the meeting point will be at the German Fountain in Sultanahmet. If the private van option is not selected, your guide will meet you on foot and the tour will continue by walking and public transportation. We meet all cruise passengers directly at Galataport Istanbul Cruise Port. Cruise Port Meeting Point: Galataport Istanbul Kılıçali Paşa Mah., Meclis-i Mebusan Cad. No: 8, Beyoğlu, Istanbul

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    Meeting point

    • Galataport İstanbul
      Kılıçali Paşa, Meclis-i Mebusan Cd. No: 8 İç Kapı No: 102, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

    1

    Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

    2

    Topkapi Palace Museum

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    3

    Blue Mosque

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Serpent Column

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    5

    Sultanahmet District

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    6

    Basilica Cistern

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    7

    Grand Bazaar

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    8

    Sultanahmet District

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • 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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    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 6 reviews
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    Member Pricing
    From

    $96.56

    per person
    Was $101.64(-5%)

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

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