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No HIDDEN COSTS : Private 1,5 Day Istanbul Tour for Cruisers
(6) Reviews
Istambul
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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During religious holidays the Spice market and Grand Bazaar will be closed. Arasta bazaar will be visited instead
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Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, Spice market will be visited instead
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In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited
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Not recommended for participants with walking difficulties
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Bare shoulders are not permitted in holy places of worship such as churches, monasteries, mosques and synagogues.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Welcome to Istanbul, where Europe and Asia meets. Your private guide will meet with you at Istanbul cruise port. First day tour starts at 12.15 to 19.00 and the second day tour starts at 08.15 to 12.00 Visit highlights of Istanbul with your private guide including: Hippodrome Square, Topkapi Palace with Harem, Blue Mosque, St. Sophia, Grand Bazaar first day. Cistern, Suleymaniye Mosque and Spice market second day.
Highlights
2 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Transportation with brand new air-conditioned minivan/minibus.
GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
Entrance FEES to all listed sites ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets )
Private tour for your family and Friends only
Professional tour guide
Food and drinks
Tips
No HIDDEN COSTS : Private 1,5 Day Istanbul Tour for Cruisers
(6) Reviews
Istambul
About
Welcome to Istanbul, where Europe and Asia meets. Your private guide will meet with you at Istanbul cruise port. First day tour starts at 12.15 to 19.00 and the second day tour starts at 08.15 to 12.00 Visit highlights of Istanbul with your private guide including: Hippodrome Square, Topkapi Palace with Harem, Blue Mosque, St. Sophia, Grand Bazaar first day. Cistern, Suleymaniye Mosque and Spice market second day.
Highlights
2 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Transportation with brand new air-conditioned minivan/minibus.
GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
Entrance FEES to all listed sites ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets )
Private tour for your family and Friends only
Professional tour guide
Food and drinks
Tips
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
7 Hours Old city tour
7 Stops
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Galataport Istanbul
Your Private tour guide will meet with you at Istanbul cruise port with YOUR NAME sign. Meeting time will be given during your confirmation. ( 30 minutes after your cruise docks )
15 minutes
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Hippodrome
Drive to old city. Our tour starts with Hippodrome Square where used to take place for chariot races and the Byzantine riots during Roman & Byzantine period.
20 minutes
3
Blue Mosque
Only a short walk away, reaches Blue Mosque, has its fame from its beautiful blue Iznik tiles.
20 minutes
4
Topkapi Palace
We will continue walking to Topkapi Palace, was not only the residence of the Ottoman sultans, but also the administrative and educational center of the state. It was constructed between 1460 and 1478 by Sultan Mehmed II, the conqueror of Constantinople. We will visit the Topkapi Palace including weapons section.
Harem section is included
3 hours
5
Hagia Sophia Mosque
Only a short walk away, reaches Hagia Sophia built in 532 AD by Roman Emperor Justinian I.
Update for St. Sophia interior visit :
Live guiding is not allowed in St. Sophia after the 15th January 2024. Guests have to have their smart phones and headphones during their visit. If guests do not have a headphone, they can buy at the entrance at the cost of 3,5-USD
The system is similar to audio guide system. Guests who does not have smart phones will follow the signs and the given informations on the signs .
30 minutes
6
Grand Bazaar
After that, we will visit Grand Bazaar where is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with more than 58 covered streets and over 1,200 shops which attract between 250,000 and 400,000 visitors daily. Opened in 1461, it is well known for its jewelry, pottery, spice, and carpet shops.
1 hour and 30 minutes
7
Galata Koprusu
Drive back to the port through Galata Bridge and Golden Horn. Back to cruise
