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Private Istanbul Highlights Tour: 1, 2, or 3-Day Options

5.022 reviewsBlue Mosque (Sultan Ahmet Camii)

  • 72 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

A city rich with history and culture, Istanbul was the capital of three great empires. Walk in the footsteps of Constantine the Great, who established Constantinople. This city has been the heart of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires, each leaving an indelible mark. With our knowledgeable local guide, explore the highlights of Istanbul, delving into its vibrant history, diverse culture, exquisite art, and bustling local life. Our tour goes beyond typical museum visits, offering an immersive experience in the daily life of Istanbul's residents. From the majestic Hagia Sophia to the bustling Grand Bazaar, see iconic landmarks and hidden gems alike. Join us for an unforgettable journey through captivating Istanbul and truly experience it like a local.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Private Tour
  • Professional Local Guide
  • Guide meets you at central hotels

What's not

  • Transportation Ticket
  • Lunch
  • Museum ticket

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
The easiest way to get to the German Fountain is by taking the T1 tram line and getting off at the Sultanahmet stop. After disembarking, it's just a 2-minute walk to meet your guide.
Pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
Tickets
Tickets are redeemed at a different location from the meeting point.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Recommended İstanbul Tours
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • If the vehicle option is purchased, the vehicle is provided by the agency and the guest is picked up from the hotel with a guide.
  • We only provide guide services. Meals, museum and transportation fees are the responsibility of the guests.
  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sunday, Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesday, Dolmabahce Palace is closed on Monday

How it compares in Istanbul

  • Its from-price is 52% below the median of the 530 city tours we list in Istanbul.
  • It is longer than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 134 of 530.
  • 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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