Guided Private Istanbul Tour
Guided Private Istanbul Tour
Experience the best of Istanbul on a private tour that takes you to the city's most iconic landmarks. Your tour will start with a pick-up from your hotel or a pre-arranged location (Hagia Sophia).Throughout the tour, you'll benefit from the expertise of your private guide, who will share insights into the history, culture, and architecture of Istanbul. At the end of the tour, you'll be dropped off at your hotel or pre-arranged location (Hagia Sophia).
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Hippodrome
First visit is Hippodrome. It was the center of sport activities of Constantinople. Famous with 4 monuments, The German Fountain of Wilhelm II, Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, Column of Constantine.
30 minutesHagia Sophia Mosque
You'll also visit the Hagia Sophia, a stunning architectural masterpiece that has served as a church, mosque, and museum over the centuries.
1 hour 30 minutesBlue Mosque
Next, you'll head to the Blue Mosque, an impressive mosque named for its blue tiles and distinctive architecture. Your guide will provide insights into the mosque's history and significance as a religious site.
1 hourTopkapi Palace
Furthermore, Topkapi Palace, the former residence of Ottoman sultans and one of Istanbul's most popular attractions. You'll also visit the Hagia Sophia, a stunning architectural masterpiece that has served as a church, mosque, and museum over the centuries.
1 hour 30 minutesKapali Carsi
Afterward, you'll explore the Grand Bazaar, one of the world's oldest and largest covered markets, with over 4,000 shops selling everything from spices and textiles to jewelry and souvenirs. Finally, you'll visit the Hippodrome, a former chariot racing arena that now serves as a public square.
1 hourIncluded
- Professional licensed English-speaking guide
- Meet at Hagia Sophia
Not Included
- Gratuities for guide and driver (optional)
- Personal expenses
- Admission fees to all attractions
- Meal & Beverages
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.