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Basilica Cistern (Private Guide & No waiting) Ticket not included

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Istanbul, Turkey
  • 40 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • Private Tour Guide with Nuri Erbay
    • Entrance fee - Tickets of The Basilica Cistern
      TRY1,950.00 per person

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Basilica Cistern
      Alemdar, Yerebatan Cd. 1/3, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

      Meeting point is in front of the exit of the Basilica Cistern

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

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    Basilica Cistern

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Kids ages 6 and below free of charge for Basilica Cistern & for Guided Tour
    • 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 92 reviews
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    Travelers, book this...

    Xing_P, Oct 2025
    Travelers, book this tour, you will never regret! The tour guider is so nice and knowledgeable, and very patient.

    Response from Host, Oct 2025

    Thank you so much for your nice review and choosing my tour Mr.Xing Hope to see you again in istanbul. Best Regards Nuri Erbay

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    On average, this is booked 16 days in advance.

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