Istanbul Private Guided Tour with Pick up and Drop off
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8h
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About this experience
This tour blends history, culture, and stories to create an engaging and enjoyable experience. In this private tour, guests will marvel at the magnificent dome of Hagia Sophia and learn about its intricate history. They will admire the delicate hand-drawn designs and handmade tiles of the Sultanahmet Mosque. At the Hippodrome, guests will see its remnants and a few standing structures. You will also visit the expansive and serene gardens of Topkapi Palace, where Ottoman sultans lived for nearly 400 years, and explore its various exhibitions. Finally, the tour concludes at the Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets, with over 4,000 shops. This vibrant marketplace offers colorful ceramics, intricate carpets, sparkling jewelry, and aromatic spices.
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Tour in Spanish with transport
Pickup included
The Best of Istanbul: Private Guided Tour
Tour with pick up & drop off
minivan<br/>Pickup included
What's included
Tour guide
(if the option chosen)
Detailed itinerary
1
Stop 1
Marvel at the Hagia Sophia’s massive dome, intricate Byzantine mosaics, and blend of Christian and Islamic elements.
2
Stop 2
Marvel at the mosque’s exterior, with its six slender minarets, cascading domes, and grand courtyard. Explore hand-painted blue and white tiles adorning the walls and domes, giving the mosque its name.
3
Stop 3
See the foundation of the ancient stadium for horse and chariot racing. Hear the stories of Egyptian Obelisk and Serpent Column.
4
Stop 4
Free time for lunch!
5
Stop 5
Get a glimpse into Ottoman history, architecture, and culture by visiting famous Topkapı Palace, the complex that served as the primary residence and administrative center of Ottoman sultans from the 15th to 19th centuries.
6
Shopping here is an adventure, with vibrant displays and the chance to haggle for unique items. Visit trusted shops with or without your guide. Explore gold, silver, gemstone, and hand-painted tiles.
What's not included
Hagia Sophia Entrance fee
Topkapı palace
Available languages
Guide guide
EN
Important information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Meeting point
German Fountain is at the Hippodrome, 15 meters from Ersoy Büfe or 40 meters from the Egyptian Obelisk. It's easily recognizable as an octagonal structure with a green dome, often surrounded by tourists. Find the guide holding our company sign.
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