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Private Istanbul Old City Tour: Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque & More

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Istanbul, Turkey
  • 5 to 7 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Get the most out of your time in Istanbul and book a private tour of the city's old town highlights. Alongside your guide, cover landmarks from the former Byzantine and Ottoman capital, including the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar (admission tickets are at your own expense). Going with a private guide means you can customize the itinerary to your pace and interests.
  • Wandering on foot lets you stop regularly for photographs
  • Explore the city like a local rather than a first-time visitor
  • Take away tailored tips for the rest of your trip
  • A private tour means a more personalized experience

What's Included

  • Fast Track Ticket Avaliable
  • Professional Private Guide
  • Public transportation
    Pick up fees are included.
  • Gratuities (suggested)
  • Lunch
  • Admission Fee - Basilica Cistern
    TRY1,950.00 per person
  • Admission Fee - Hagia Sophia
    €25.00 per person
  • Admission Fee - TopkapI Palace
    TRY2,750.00 per person
  • Private transportation
    No pick up services with any vehicle
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Meeting and Pickup

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

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Tour guide will pick you up from the Hotels or Istanbul cruise Port or Airbnb locations. Topkapı palace is closed on Tuesday Grand baazar is closed on Sunday

or

Meeting point

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

    In front of German fountain

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Hippodrome (Pass By)

1

Blue Mosque

35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

2

Basilica Cistern

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

3

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

4

TopkapI Palace

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

5

Grand Bazaar

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • 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 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 $200.00

per group (up to 6)

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

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