Private Best of Istanbul Full-Day Walking Tour

Private Best of Istanbul Full-Day Walking Tour

Private Best of Istanbul Full-Day Walking Tour
Istanbul, Turkey

About Private Best of Istanbul Full-Day Walking Tour :

Your first stop is the Hippodrome and the Obelisk of Theodosius, where you can marvel at the 15th-century structure and soak in the history before heading to Hagia Sophia. This architectural masterpiece has a long and storied history, serving as a church, mosque, and now a museum. Next, you'll visit the Blue Mosque to admire its intricate blue tiles and elegant domes while learning about its significance to the Muslim faith. Don't let the long entrance lines deter you—both of these sites are must-visits!
After a lunch at a local eatery, you'll make your way to the Basilica Cistern, exploring the vast network of ancient Roman reservoirs and marveling at its stunning architecture with towering columns and intricate carvings. Your final stop for the day is the Topkapi Palace, once the administrative headquarters of the Ottoman sultans during the 15th and 16th centuries. Its beauty remains captivating, drawing many visitors eager to take photos.
Duration: 8 hours and 30 minutes

Private Best of Istanbul Full-Day Walking Tour

Sultanahmet area | German Fountain , Istanbul , Turkey

$360 { For 2 People }
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Overview

Private Best of Istanbul Full-Day Walking Tour Experience

On this full-day trip, you’ll explore the best historical sites in Istanbul with the help and knowledge of your friendly TripGuru!

Sultanahmet area | German Fountain, Istanbul, Turkey



Private Best of Istanbul Full-Day Walking Tour

$360 /For 2 People

  • Offered year-round, Wednesday through Monday
  • 24-hour advance booking policy
  • 24-hour advance cancellation policy

What's Included
  • Private Best of Istanbul Full-Day Small-Group Walking Tour
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Hagia Sophia Entrance fee
  • Beverages
  • Lunch
What's Not Included
  • Gratuity
  • Hotel pickup
  • Entrance fee to Topkapi Palace (Museum Pass accepted)
  • Entrance fee to Basilica Cistern
Know Before You Go
  • The restaurant is situated close to the Mosque, and as is customary in the Muslim faith, it is not possible to serve alcoholic beverages in the establishment
  • Expect long entrance lines at some of the more popular attractions (e.g. Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque)
  • Tour guidance inside the mosque is forbidden. Guides can still escort the groups but they can't give any explanation. Silence is mandatory
  • The mosque provides information through audio guides available in multiple languages. Tourists must have their own headphones or purchase one in the entrance
  • Knees and shoulders must be covered. Headscarf is mandatory for women and can be purchased at the entrance
  • Kindly be at your meeting point at least 10 minutes before the stated meeting time. The tour guides will only wait a maximum of 10 minutes for you before proceeding to the next stop. Travel times can vary greatly when compared to the travel time stated in navigation apps (e.g. Google Maps, Waze, etc.). Please make sure to consider leaving with enough time to reach your destination
  • Clothes revealing the shoulders, underarms, back, and knees are not allowed in some sites on this tour; implementation may be strict. Kindly bring a scarf/sweater to cover up or wear clothes that fit the dress code


Private Best of Istanbul Full-Day Walking Tour

$360 /For 2 People

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