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Private Tour 4B : 1,5 Days Private Istanbul Tour ( 1 Half & 1 Fullday )

1 and a half day tour of Istanbul including most popular places to see

Tour Details

  • HighlightsHipodrome, Blue Mosque, St. Sophia, Topkapi Palace, G. Bazaar, Underground Cistern, Suleymaniye Mosque, Spice Market, Golden Horn
  • DurationDay1: Approx. 5 Hours / Day2: Approx. 8 Hours
  • DepartureEveryday
  • Tour TypePrivate tour
  • Guiding inEnglish - Spanish - Portuguese - French - Japanese
Day 1 – Ancient Hipodrome – Blue Mosque – St. Sophia – Grand Bazaar
Arrival Istanbul port at 13:00 – 13:30. Your private guide will meet you at Istanbul port with a sign written “ Your Name “ on it, anytime you want . The only city in the world located on two continents is Istanbul, which has been the capital of three great empires – Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman – for more than 2000 years.
Our tour starts with Hippodrome Square where used to take place for chariot races and the Byzantine riots during Roman & Byzantine period. Only a short walk away, reaches Hagia Sophia built in 532 AD by Roman Emperor Justinian I. and Blue Mosque, has its fame from its beautiful blue Iznik tiles.
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. 
Drive back to the port. 
Tour Duration : Approx. 4 Hours
 
Day 2 – Topkapi Palace – Underground Cistern – Suleymaniye Mosque – Spice Market – Golden Horn
You will meet with your guide at Istanbul Port and drive to 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. Continue to the Underground Cistern which was the largest covered water reservoir in Istanbul, built by Justinian I. than having free time in Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar): The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable herb and spice. Süleymaniye Mosque the mosque of Süleyman the Magnificent was built between 1550 and 1557 by the famous architect Sinan whose wish was to surpass the builders of St. Sophia which is conspicuous from its great size, emphasized by the four minarets rising one from each corner of the courtyard.
Drive back to the port through Golden Horn. The end of our services.
Tour Duration : Approx. 7 Hours
 

✅ Our rates include ENTRANCE FEES
✅ All other Travel agents do not include entrance fees to their rates

✅ There is not any HIDDEN COSTS in our rates
✅ Our following tour rates include 95-USD entrance fees
✅ When you compare our rates with others, please check includes and excludes carefully

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 . For more information https://ar.demx.org.tr can be visited on your smart phone.


Tour Includes

✅ Professional English Speaking tour guide (Spanish, Portuguese, French, Japanese speaking guides can be organised when request)
✅ Private transportation with A/C vehicles
Entrance Fees (your guide will have pre-paid tickets)
✅ Local taxes
✅ Parking fees


Tour Excludes
  • ❌ Meals not mentioned in the itinerary, tips to driver and tour guide


Number of pax Price in US$ per person
2 – 3 Pax ( in 6 seater A/C Mini Van ) 299-US$
4 – 5 Pax ( in 12 seater A/C Minibus ) 269-US$
6 – 7 Pax ( in 16 seater A/C Minibus ) 239-US$
8 – 10 Pax ( in 16 seater A/C Midibus ) 219-US$
11 – 15 Pax ( in 27 seater A/C Coach ) Please Ask
16 – 20 Pax ( in 27 seater A/C Coach ) Please Ask
Number of pax Price in US$ per person
2 – 3 Pax ( in 6 seater A/C Mini Van ) 299-US$
4 – 5 Pax ( in 12 seater A/C Minibus ) 269-US$
6 – 7 Pax ( in 16 seater A/C Minibus ) 239-US$
8 – 10 Pax ( in 16 seater A/C Midibus ) 219-US$
11 – 15 Pax ( in 27 seater A/C Coach ) Please Ask
16 – 20 Pax ( in 27 seater A/C Coach ) Please Ask
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  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays. Underground cistern will be substituted.
  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and during Ramadan Holiday ( 3 days ) and Sacrifice Holidays ( 4 days ). Spice Market will be substituted on Sundays.
  • Spice Market is closed During Ramadan Holiday ( 3 days ) and Sacrifice Holidays ( 4 days )
  • Blue Mosque is closed till 14.30 on Fridays. Brief information will be given in the garden of Blue Mosque.
  • Harem Section is located in Topkapi Palace and can be added into itinerary with extra entrance fee. It will extend tour duration around 30 mins.
  • Dress Code in St. Sophia and Blue Mosque : Dress code is required to enter places of worship such as churches, monasteries, mosques, synagogues and selected museums. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. Shoes are not to be worn in mosques. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
 
%20 Special Discounted Dates for 2021 Reservations
Months Days
May 5, 11, 19
June 7, 26
July 6, 12, 13, 15
August 13, 16, 29
September 1, 19
October 12, 21
November 7, 10, 19
December 6
We would like to offer you these optional visits below to make your tour more tasty and memorable. You may add them into your itinerary during reservation.

 Please note that all optional activities can not be added into all itineraries and/or one reservation due to lack of time. 
Please see optional visit list below.