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Istanbul Old City Highlights: Private Walking Tour

Location Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$188
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The vibrant streets of Istanbul beckon with a private guided Old City highlights tour, offering a personalized journey through its rich history. Uncover the iconic landmarks of the historic peninsula, including the Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, and the Grand Bazaar, all while enjoying the insights of a knowledgeable local guide.

  • 🏷️ Private Walking Tour: Enjoy a fully personalized experience with a licensed tour guide who meets you at your hotel, cruise port (Galataport), Airbnb, or designated meeting points.
  • 🗣️ Expert Local Guide: Benefit from the deep knowledge of a human tour guide fluent in English, ready to share captivating stories and insights.
  • 🏛️ Step into history at the Hippodrome, where you will hear fascinating tales about this ancient sporting and social center, brought to life by your expert guide.
  • 🕌 Unveil the splendor of the Blue Mosque, admiring its intricate designs and grand dome while learning lesser-known facts from your local guide.
  • 🏰 Experience the majesty of Hagia Sophia, gaining insights into its rich history and significance as one of Istanbul's most iconic landmarks.
  • 👑 Discover the opulence of Topkapi Palace, where your guide will reveal the intriguing history of the palace harem and its imperial past.
  • 🌊 Dive into the mysteries of the Basilica Cistern, exploring its impressive engineering and capturing stunning photos in its enchanting ambiance.
  • 🛍️ Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar, wandering through over 4,000 shops while enjoying tastings of Turkish delights and local delicacies.
  • ♿ This experience is wheelchair accessible, ensuring comfort for all guests, with public transportation options available nearby.

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Walking Tour
Meetup with Your Private Guide: Meet your guide at the meeting point or selected accommodation. No vehicle included; public transport costs extra.
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

  • Private Licensed Tour Guide Exclusively For Your Group
  • Private vehicle and hotel transfers.
  • Gratuity (suggested)
  • Admission tickets (optional). Pay only for the attractions you choose to enter.
  • Lunch
  • (Use of public transportation depends on the location of your accommodation and your preference.)

  • Hippodrome
    Explore the Hippodrome, once the center of Byzantine chariot racing and public life. Discover the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpent Column, and the Walled Obelisk as your guide explains their history and significance.
  • Blue Mosque
    Visit the Blue Mosque, one of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks. Admire its decorative tiles, grand dome, and elegant calligraphy as your guide explains the mosque’s history, architecture, and place in the city’s religious life.
  • Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
    Discover Hagia Sophia as your guide explains its history and significance across the Byzantine and Ottoman eras. Learn about its remarkable architecture and changing role over the centuries.
  • TopkapI Palace
    Discover Topkapi Palace, once home to Ottoman sultans and the center of imperial power. Learn about palace life and the history of the Ottoman court with your private guide.
  • Basilica Cistern
    Discover the Basilica Cistern, an underground reservoir showcasing Byzantine engineering. Admire its rows of columns and softly lit atmosphere as your guide explains its history and role in supplying water to the city.
  • Grand Bazaar
    Immerse Yourself in Tradition. Explore one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets, with over 4,000 shops spread across 61 streets. Discover an incredible variety of goods, from exquisite jewelry and handcrafted ceramics to luxurious textiles and aromatic spices, enjoy tastings of Turkish delights, teas, and other local delicacies as you wander through the bazaar.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • On Sundays, when the Grand Bazaar is closed, the Spice Bazaar can be visited instead.
  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays.
  • For tours starting after noon, some sites may not be visited due to closing times.
  • The duration of the tour may vary depending on crowds, your walking pace, and the attractions you choose to visit.
  • This is a walking tour; no private vehicle or transfer is included. If you select pickup, your guide will meet you on foot. Public transport or taxi fares, if needed, are at your own expense.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Istanbul Old City Highlights: Private Walking Tour

    Location Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
    $188
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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