Tour : Private Tour 2 : Ancient Hippodrome – Blue Mosque – St. Sophia

Your private guide will meet you at Istanbul port or hotel 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. The end of our services.

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
✅ 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 )	104-US$
4 – 5 Pax ( in 12 seater A/C Minibus )	85- US$
6 – 7 Pax ( in 16 seater A/C Minibus )	75- US$
8 – 10 Pax ( in 16 seater A/C Midibus )	70- 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.