Private tour in Istanbul Ceren Zehra O

Istanbul Highlights Full Day Private Tour

Tour #1310081
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up to 6 people

7 hours

walking

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Overview of your Istanbul tour:

The old town was the capital of 3 empires. History starts with the Byzantine Kingdom, then goes with Roman Empire, Byzantine Empire and Ottoman Empire. We call this area as historical peninsula or Sultanahmet Square is modern name. It is always the best to start to explore the city from here. You will see amazing architectures in our walking tour. All those places are listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 1985 and the highlights of Istanbul. Hagia Sophia is always the most wondered one with it's 1500 years of architecture. Amazing mosaics and frescoes in the structure are beautiful examples of Byzantine art. We are so proud of having an extraordinary underground structure Basilica cistern. It was served as a huge water deposit on 9800 m2 in land. One of the symbols of the city Egyptian Obelisk is among the highlights for sure and located in the center of Roman Hippodrom. You will take amazing photos of it. Strolling in the old town and seeing the remainings of 3 empires would be unique experience.

Your Istanbul tour itinerary

- Hagia Sophia: visit the most magnificent Greek Orthodox Church converted into an imperial mosque of the Ottoman Empire. As a regular mosque, visitors can only visit the upper gallery. *On Fridays, it is open after 2:30 pm (due to Friday noon prayer). - Topkapi Palace: Residence of the Ottoman Sultans for 400 years. Dive into the Treasury exhibition, revealing the opulent lifestyle of the Sultans. *Closed on Tuesdays - Blue Mosque: Beautiful Iznik tiles are decorated inside. **Dress Code here! - Lunch and coffee breaks - Roman Hippodrome: Step into history where chariot races once echoed with the cheers of the crowd! - Basilica Cistern: marvel at its grandeur as it holds an impressive 80, 000 tons of water. PS: Cistern can be visited just in case one of the mosques is not visited!!! - Grand Bazaar, the oldest and largest in the world! 4000 stores filled with Turkish cultural delights. Uncover beautiful handicrafts as you weave through the heart of this historic marketplace. *Closed on Sundays

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Transportation Details
Type: Walking

* This is a walking tour, so please be sure to put comfortable shoes on. All the sights are within walking distance. * If your hotel is far from the old city, do not hesitate to contact me for a custom tour if you wish to include transportation. Keep in mind that vehicles are forbidden within the old town. *All my tour organizations are guaranteed to be done with A-Class travel agency with license 8253

What's included
  • Private Guide
What's extra
  • Other: Personal expenses. * Topkapi Palace ticket: 1500 TL per person. * Hagia Sophia Museum ticket: 850 TL / 25 EUR per person. * Basilica Cistern ticket: 800 TL per person. * Lunch is about 900 tl PS: The prices are per person
  • Public Transportation
  • Food Drinks Snacks
  • Tickets
  • Private Transportation
  • Tastings
  • Private Transportation With Driver
  • Equipment
  • Classes Workshop
  • Accommodation
  • Services
Meeting location

At Meydanı Caddesi, İstanbul, 34122 Türkiye

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: * If your hotel is far from the old town the meeting point will be in front of a monument in the old town. * Suggested meeting point: German Fountain in the old town.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories

City Highlights

Architecture

Religious Sites

History

Languages
Fluent

English

Fluent

Turkish

Activity level
High
Accessibility

Kid Friendly

5

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Includes all fees

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Size:

up to 6 people

Duration:

7 hours

Transportation:

walking

Party size:

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Includes all fees

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up to 6 people

Duration:

7 hours

Transportation:

walking

Party size:

1

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