Istanbul City Highlights Tour

4.5 / 5 total 90 reviews

Duration: 7 hours

Product code: 4863

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Overview

Start your day of adventure with pickup from your hotel. Hop into your air-conditioned vehicle and set off on your journey to see Istanbul’s greatest landmarks.

See the incredible Hagia Sophia, one of the greatest architectural monuments in the country, and the largest cathedral in the world at one point in history. Then visit the Blue Mosque, and be amazed by the 20,000 blue tiles that adorn this stunning structure. Continue to the Hippodrome of Constantinople.

Discover the fascinating history of a building that once hosted chariot races and large political events. Inside the Hippodrome you will see the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpent Column, and the German Fountain. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing on to Topkapi Palace, and extraordinary place that was once the centre of the Ottoman Empire.

Explore the rooms of the palace, exhibiting rich collections of porcelain, robes, weapons, shields, armour, Ottoman miniatures, Islamic manuscripts, and jewellery. Lastly, enjoy a visit to the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest covered markets in the world with more than 60 streets and 5,000 shops. Here you will find clothing, rugs, antiques, jewellery, fabric, and more.

Your tour concludes with a relaxing drive back to your accommodation.

Highlights

Eat traditional Turkish food in a local restaurant
Learn the history of Istanbul from your local guide
Enjoy a personalized experience on a small group tour
This is a private walking tour to the heart of Istanbul

Good to Know

Scheduling: This is a Private Tour That is Run Exclusively for the Person or Group Who Booked the Tour.

Languages offered on the Activity / Tour: English, Spanish

Duration: 7 hours

Skip the Line
Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted
Pick-up service

Pick up from centrally located Istanbul Hotels such as Sultanahmet, Beyazit, Sirkeci, Besiktas, Taksim.

Ship to shore “Stress-free” tour guarantee.

Get a full refund for non-docking ships or late port arrivals.

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 1 day in advance for a full refund

Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Cut-off Time

Available to be booked until 1 days before the tour starts. We reserve the option to confirm the tour or not due to availability.

Inclusions

• Professiona English Speaking tour guide
• All sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary
• Skip the Line admission fees to atractions
• Meal planed as mentioned in the itinerary
• Pick up / Drop off from city center hotels (Sultan Ahmet and Taksim hotels)
• Land transportation by air-conditioned non-smoking vehicle

Exclusions

• Tips to the guide & driver (optional)
• Beverage with meal

Pickup and Drop-off

Pick up from centrally located Istanbul Hotels, port available.

Know Before You Go

•Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and will be replaced with Arasta Bazaar.
•Blue Mosque is closed on Fridays untill 2 pm,just will visit from garden.
•Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays and will be replaced with the Archaeological Museum.
•Hagia Sophia is closed on Mondays and will be replaced with the Basilica Cistern.
•Guiding in your own language is possible! Please ask for availability or supplement.

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Reviewed by Jade

GB August 13, 2023

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I was very impressed with my tour. The guide knew everything I needed and wanted to know and I would recommend her to anyone without hesitation. We went on this guided tour because we like to hear the facts and history. I would recommend taking an official tour.

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Reviewed by Diane T

GB August 10, 2023

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Great trip, great group leaders, great tours.

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Reviewed by ozziesheila

GB August 09, 2023

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We had a wonderful time during our tour with our guide. We were so impressed. The tour included important events with extensive context. We would definitely recommend!

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Reviewed by Glasgow Jen

GB August 09, 2023

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Our tour guide was an excellent guide who tailored the tour to suit our needs and we learnt a lot in a most enjoyable and memorable way. Thank you so much for taking the time.

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Reviewed by Endino L

IT August 08, 2023

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Excellent tour, thanks to my tour guide. My 12 and 10 year olds were fascinated with her. So did we. She kept their attention during the whole tour. We had a lovely and full of information day. Highly recommended. Thanks!!!

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Reviewed by VildeL

FI August 07, 2023

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My son and I had an absolutely great tour. Thank you so much. Our guide was knowledgeable, funny, and answered every single question our group had, no matter how obscure or specific it was so I highly recommend this tour to anyone.

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Reviewed by Fina S

LU August 07, 2023

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Our guide was an excellent tour guide - easy going, knowledgeable and fun – a very nice time.

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Reviewed by Debbie Powell

US August 07, 2023

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It was fantastic. Our guide was knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and committed to making the tour exactly what we wanted and tailored it to our needs without sacrificing any of the highlights. He was invaluable with his knowledge and had a friendly personality. This gentleman receives an A from my wife and I. Thank you for an absolutely memorable and wonderful experience.