Skip-The-Line:1 or 2 Days Private Istanbul Guided Tour
See the sights of Istanbul that most interest you on a customized 1 or 2 -days tour with a private guide. Opt for a single day and see the whole of the Old City, plus the Grand Bazaar. Extend the tour to include a second day and visit the Spice Bazaar, Dolmabahce Palace, Taksim, and Istiklal Street, plus a Bosphorus cruise.Please note that your guide is happy to alter the itinerary completely to accommodate your personal interests.
Day 1: Private istanbul Guided Tour Day:Blue Mosq,Hagia Sophia,Topkapi Palace,Basilica Cistern,Grand Bazar Day 2:Private istanbul Guided Tour : Spice Bazaar, Bosphorus cruise, Dolmabahce Palace, Istiklal Street, and Taksim
*Private guide means a more personalized experience *Option to select a 1 or 2-day private tour by walking or VAN *Book an included tour vehicle for door-to-door service *Explore the local streets on a walking tour of the city *Customize the itinerary according to your schedule.
Options
1-Day Private Guided Tour
Duration: 7 hours
1-Day Private Guided & walking: Day 1 Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hipporome, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar
Walking tour
Pickup included
What's included in Skip-The-Line:1 or 2 Days Private Istanbul Guided Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Hippodrome
The Hippodrome of Constantinople was a public space in ancient Constantinople (present-day Istanbul, Turkey) that was used for chariot races and other public events. It was built in the 4th century AD by the Roman Emperor Septimius Severus, and was expanded and embellished by later emperors. The Hippodrome was rectangular in shape, and could hold up to 100,000 spectators. It featured statues, obelisks, and monuments from various parts of the Roman Empire, including the famous Serpent Column and the Obelisk of Theodosius. The Hippodrome was in use until the 5th century AD, after which it fell into decline and was eventually abandoned. Today, the Hippodrome is a popular tourist attraction, and some of the ancient monuments that once stood in the Hippodrome can still be seen.
Ayasofya
Hagia Sophia is a historic mosque and former Byzantine cathedral located in Istanbul, Turkey. It was originally built as a cathedral in the 6th century AD and later converted into a mosque in the 15th century. In 1935, it was converted into a museum and opened to the public. In 2020, the Turkish government announced that the Hagia Sophia would be converted back into a mosque, sparking controversy and criticism from some international leaders and religious groups.
Blue Mosque
The Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, is a historic mosque located in Istanbul, Turkey. It was built in the early 17th century under the rule of the Ottoman Empire. The mosque is renowned for its blue tiles and six minarets, which give it its nickname. The interior of the mosque is adorned with intricate tile work, calligraphy, and painted decorations. The Blue Mosque is still used as a place of worship and is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world.
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Private Tour
- 1 or 2 nights (depending on option selected)
- Museum/Attraction Tickets
- Transportation from/back to hotel and between sites (unless option selected)
- Lunch
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays
- Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays
- Blue Mosque is closed until 2pm on Fridays
- Dolmabahce Palace is closed on Mondays
- Galata Tower will be visited from outside as tour guides have no priority to skip the line due to Galata Tower regulation
- Hagia Sophia will be closed for visit during praying time
- Families with young children will be accompanied by kid-friendly tour guide
- For last minute bookings, tour starting time can be flexible
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Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Tour guide meets you at central Istanbul hotels or port. If hotel is not centrally located, meeting point with tour guide is the front of Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya).