Istanbul Private Tour of Old Town Attractions
5.0
(198)
Free cancellation
Leave your guidebook behind and explore Istanbul’s historical peninsula with a private guide. This exclusive tour takes you to the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet), Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace. Along the way, your guide provides commentary including trivia not found in typical brochures or audio guides. After a stop at the Hippodrome, head to the Grand Bazaar to browse souvenirs (own expense) and try your hand at haggling.
Languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
Italian
French
📍Sultanahmet, Cankurtaran, Tevkifhane Sk. No:1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey
🏢Operated by Turkland Travel Agency
Highlights
- ✓Enjoy the exclusivity of a private tour
- ✓See the best of Istanbul’s historical attractions in a single day
- ✓Explore the grounds of the Topkapi Palace at your own pace
- ✓Ask questions for a more personalized experience
What you'll see & do
- ✓Now a museum, Hagia Sophia was built in the 6th century by the Emperor Justinian, and was one of the largest basilicas in the Christian world. After the Ottoman conquest, it was converted to a mosque and is today one of the most magnificent museums in the world. Take a moment to linger here to admire the fine Byzantine mosaics
- ✓One of the most famous monuments in both the Turkish and Islamic worlds, the Sultan Ahmet Mosque (also known as the Blue Mosque) is a superb creation in the classical Ottoman style. The mosque has six towering minarets and 260 windows illuminating its vast main chamber, which is decorated with more than 20,000 Iznik tiles.
- ✓The largest and oldest palace in the world, Topkapi is the crown jewel of the Ottoman Empire. With its treasury and exotic buildings overlooking the Golden Horn, your visit to Topkapi promises to be a truly fascinating experience. (closed on Tuesday)
- ✓The Hippodrome, the stadium of ancient Byzantium, held 100,000 spectators and featured objects from all corners of the empire. Of these, an Egyptian obelisk and a bronze sculpture of three entwined serpents from Delphi survive.
- ✓In operation since the 14th century, the Grand Bazaar is one of the world’s largest covered markets, with 58 streets and over 4,000 shops. The bazaar is specially known for its jewelry, leather, pottery, spices and carpets. (closed on Sunday additional time will be spent at the other locations)
What's included
- ✓Only Guiding Service included
What's not included
- ✓Museum Fees - Lunches - Drinks and Tips are extra
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
£ 248.00
Istanbul Private Tour of Old Town Attractions
5.0
(198)
Free cancellation
Leave your guidebook behind and explore Istanbul’s historical peninsula with a private guide. This exclusive tour takes you to the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet), Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace. Along the way, your guide provides commentary including trivia not found in typical brochures or audio guides. After a stop at the Hippodrome, head to the Grand Bazaar to browse souvenirs (own expense) and try your hand at haggling.
Languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
Italian
French
📍Sultanahmet, Cankurtaran, Tevkifhane Sk. No:1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey
🏢Operated by Turkland Travel Agency
Highlights
- ✓Enjoy the exclusivity of a private tour
- ✓See the best of Istanbul’s historical attractions in a single day
- ✓Explore the grounds of the Topkapi Palace at your own pace
- ✓Ask questions for a more personalized experience
What you'll see & do
- ✓Now a museum, Hagia Sophia was built in the 6th century by the Emperor Justinian, and was one of the largest basilicas in the Christian world. After the Ottoman conquest, it was converted to a mosque and is today one of the most magnificent museums in the world. Take a moment to linger here to admire the fine Byzantine mosaics
- ✓One of the most famous monuments in both the Turkish and Islamic worlds, the Sultan Ahmet Mosque (also known as the Blue Mosque) is a superb creation in the classical Ottoman style. The mosque has six towering minarets and 260 windows illuminating its vast main chamber, which is decorated with more than 20,000 Iznik tiles.
- ✓The largest and oldest palace in the world, Topkapi is the crown jewel of the Ottoman Empire. With its treasury and exotic buildings overlooking the Golden Horn, your visit to Topkapi promises to be a truly fascinating experience. (closed on Tuesday)
- ✓The Hippodrome, the stadium of ancient Byzantium, held 100,000 spectators and featured objects from all corners of the empire. Of these, an Egyptian obelisk and a bronze sculpture of three entwined serpents from Delphi survive.
- ✓In operation since the 14th century, the Grand Bazaar is one of the world’s largest covered markets, with 58 streets and over 4,000 shops. The bazaar is specially known for its jewelry, leather, pottery, spices and carpets. (closed on Sunday additional time will be spent at the other locations)
What's included
- ✓Only Guiding Service included
What's not included
- ✓Museum Fees - Lunches - Drinks and Tips are extra
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
£ 248.00