Small Group Tour: Essential Istanbul

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Duration: 8 Hrs
Language:
English

Departure Time :
Between 8.30am and 9am
Departure Details :
Centrally Located Istanbul hotels (Sultanahmet, Taksim, Besiktas Ortakoy, Kabatas, Karakoy, Sirkeci, Laleli, Topkapi, Sisli ) or Istanbul port.
Return Details :
Centrally Located Istanbul hotels (Sultanahmet, Taksim, Besiktas Ortakoy, Kabatas, Karakoy, Sirkeci, Laleli, Topkapi, Sisli ) or Istanbul port.
Cancellation Policy :
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Overview

Discover the main highlights in Istanbuls old town during this small size full day tour with an expert tour guide. Visit old town, the Unesco world Heritage sites, see the acknowledged archaeological and natural monuments, unrivalled artifacts during the tour and will enjoy the privileges that we will gladly arrange for your utmost pleasure to explore the Turkish way. This tour runs everyday 09:00 17:00 and there will be 1 10 people in the group.

Highlights

Small-group tour by minibus
Perfect introduction for first-time visitors
Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
Free port pickup and drop-off included

Know More about this tour

After breakfast at hotel we begin full day sightseeing tour of Istanbul. Well visit Topkapi palace ; the former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Today a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collections of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the royal familya. Then we will continue to the ancient Roman Hippodrome; the former center of sportive and political activities of Constantinople. During the visit you'll be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi, and fountain of Wilhelm II. After this we will see Hagia sophia; the magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world. We will continue our Sultanahmet tour with the Blue mosque; famous for its delicate blue ceramic tiles and unique with its 6 minarets built in the name of Sultan Ahmed. and finally we will stop at Grand Covered Bazaar; which is the most attractive shopping center and the biggest (souk) in the world with nearly 4000 shops of antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets and leatherwear. Transfer back to your Hotel.

Inclusions

Professional English speaking guide

Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Entry/Admission - Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya)

Entry/Admission - Topkapi Palace

Exclusions

Meals and drinks

Gratuities

Airport pick up and drop off (additional fee)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Transportation is wheelchair accessible

Please Note:Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays and replaced with Underground Cistern. The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and will also be replaced with Underground Cistern. Hagia Sophia is closed on Mondays and replaced with Underground Cistern.

Traveler Reviews

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James G 02-Oct-2019

We were supposed to be on a group tour but my wife and I ended with a private tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and took things at a pace that suited us. All in all it couldn't have been better.
Michael H 24-Sep-2019

This tour is a must especially for the first timer. You get to see Haiga Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and the Grand bazaar. This is a small group tour and essentially it was a private tour since we were the only ones on it. You get an overview of the history to get you started.
Noam L 13-Aug-2019

we very much enjoyed our day with Lale. There was one more couple with us, so it was essentially a private tour. Our guide was interested in: who we are, what we do, and what interests us. Then she managed the tour accordingly. Her English is good, she is knowledgeable and articulate. She ad ...
Thurman S 12-Aug-2019

Istanbul is a great city and this tour took us to many unique places. The tour guide was very professional and knowledgable. My only big complaint was the constant apparent expectation for us to buy stuff at the various shops we visited. The Turkish rug guy was a nice guy but very pushy in trying ...
Azamat S 05-Aug-2019

What a great experience. Our tour guide Ozy was very knowledgeable and well spoken. We truly enjoyed our tour, companionship and food.
Thank you
Sehar203 18-Jul-2019

Our guide was very nice and knowledgeable. We took the tour with 2 kids. Although there was alot of walking involved, we loved every min of it. It was nice to learn about history and culture of beautiful Istanbul.
Michelle H 03-Jul-2019

Great if you have only a few days - this tour means you see the main sights and you have a guide with a wealth of knowledge. We knew the history of it all by the time we left. Our guide was very friendly too. Took us to pudding shop for lunch which was delicious.
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Bradtrudi 03-Jul-2019

We had an amazing trip around the historical sites of Turkey. Our guide was called Emre and he made the trip come to life with his knowledge and enthusiasm. He also took us to local spots for lunch that did delicious Turkish food. We would definitely come again.
Jem 03-Jul-2019

Great tour, arrived promptly and Oz had a nice cheery attitude...only negative point was the usual visit to carpet/scarf shop which we weren’t interested in....
Ernesto S 03-Jul-2019

We travel the globe and this was the worst tour that we ever have. The tour guide speak English well but she really don't care about the guests. There's a lot of tour to choose from when you arrive at the new Istanbul airport. The booth are located after you exit at the immigration to the right. ...