Half Day Tour to Istanbul Shore from Galataport Cruise
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5h
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About this experience
This shore excursion is specially designed for cruise passengers arriving at Galataport, who often have limited time to explore Istanbul.
Our small-group format (maximum 8 travelers) ensures a more personal and flexible experience compared to large bus tours.
Travelers visit Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, and the Grand Bazaar with a licensed professional local guide, gaining insider knowledge about Istanbul’s culture, architecture, and traditions.
This tour is ideal for culture lovers, first-time visitors, and cruise travelers looking for an authentic Old City experience within a few hours.
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Half Day Tour to Istanbul Shore from Galataport Cruise
What's included
Professional Licensed English Speaking Guide
Detailed itinerary
1
Stop 1
Admire Istanbul’s most famous mosque, known for its elegant six minarets and stunning blue İznik tiles. A masterpiece of Ottoman architecture.
2
Stop 2
Discover the city’s most iconic landmark — once a church, later a mosque, and now a symbol of harmony and faith blending East and West.
3
Stop 3
Walk through the ancient arena that once hosted chariot races and imperial ceremonies. See the Egyptian Obelisk and the Serpent Column up close.
4
Stop 4
Step into one of the world’s oldest and most vibrant markets. Explore colorful alleys filled with spices, carpets, jewelry, and local crafts.
What's not included
Lunch
Private transportation
Hagia Sophia
Available languages
Guide guide
EN
Important information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meeting point
Please arrive 10–15 minutes before the 10:00 AM start time. Our guide will meet travelers at the office entrance holding a “Paran Tour / Companion Travel Turkey” sign.
Important notes
Please arrive 10–15 minutes before the tour start time at the Paran Tour Office.
Show your booking confirmation (mobile or printed) to our staff.
Our team will verify your booking and introduce you to your licensed professional guide.
The tour will start promptly at 09:00 AM and end around 14:30-15:00 PM.
If you booked a private pickup from Galataport, please be ready in your hotel or cruise port lobby 15 minutes before pickup time.
Travelers who arrive late or miss the departure time may not be able to join the tour, as entry schedules at Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque are fixed.
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per person
Price varies by option
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