Istanbul Discovery Tour with Private Guide and Private Vehicle
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
1. Private VIP Hotel Pickup Start your day stress free. Our private premium vehicle picks you up directly from your hotel, ensuring a comfortable and punctual start to your Istanbul adventure. 2. Hippodrome We start at the center of Byzantine social life, exploring the Egyptian Obelisk and German Fountain through professional, conversational storytelling. 3. Sultanahmet & Hagia Sophia Visit the Blue Mosque and the legendary Hagia Sophia. Your expert guide ensures a smooth, insightful visit at your own pace, focusing on the architectural layers of Istanbul. 4. The Basilica Cistern Descend into the "Sunken Palace" to see the 336 marble columns and Medusa heads while learning the secrets of Roman engineering. 5. Your Curated Hour The final hour is dedicated to your requests. Whether you want to explore the Grand Bazaar, shopping, capture the perfect photo on a hidden terrace, or simply enjoy local coffee at a quiet spot we curate this time entirely for you.
Inclusions
What's included
- Public Transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Soft Drinks
- Fast Track Ticket Avaliable to skip the huge queue
- Private transportation
- Discover rich tradition of Turkish handicrafts through unique art &shopping experiences in Old City
- Public Transportation Fees
What's not
- Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
- Basilica Cistern
Itinerary
Explore the architectural marvel of the Byzantine era. Your guide will explain the fascinating transition from a church to a mosque and its global significance.
Admire the world famous blue Iznik tiles and the unique six minarets. Learn about Islamic art and the spiritual history of this iconic Ottoman landmark.
See the Egyptian Obelisk, the Serpentine Column, and the German Fountain. Your guide will bring the Roman chariot races and Byzantine history to life right where it happened.
Descend into the 'Sunken Palace' of Istanbul. Marvel at the 336 marble columns rising from the water and the mysterious Medusa heads.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Your guide will be waiting for you right in front of the German Fountain. He will be holding a tablet with your name on it. Since this is a private tour, he will also reach out to you via WhatsApp 15 minutes before the meeting to ensure a smooth meetup.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Brit and Berat
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Istanbul
- Its from-price is 298% above the median of the 3649 experiences we list in Istanbul.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 468 of 3649.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Istanbul
Istanbul straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus, with Byzantine and Ottoman monuments, busy bazaars and ferries crossing between continents.
The historic peninsula holds the greatest landmarks. Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Hippodrome face each other in Sultanahmet, the Basilica Cistern lies beneath the streets, and Topkapı Palace spreads across the hill above the Golden Horn. A short walk away, the Grand Bazaar and the Spice Bazaar have traded for centuries, and Süleymaniye Mosque, built by the great Ottoman architect Sinan, crowns one of the city's seven hills.
Top-ranked sights in Istanbul: Dolmabahce Palace (Dolmabahce Sarayi), Bosphorus, Bosphorus Bridge (Bogazici Koprusu).
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