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Skip-the-line Basilica Cistern, Hagia Sophia, Istanbul Tour
$635.70
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Basilica Cistern, located in Istanbul's Old City, reveals the fascinating history of the Byzantine Empire. With multiple tour options available, you can tailor your experience to your interests and schedule.
- 🏛️ Choose from various tour lengths: 2-hour, 3-hour, 3.5-hour, and 4.5-hour options, each highlighting the Basilica Cistern and nearby attractions.
- 🚗 3.5-hour and 4.5-hour tours include a 1.5-hour round-trip transfer from your accommodation in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
- 🗣️ All tours are led by a licensed 5-star guide fluent in your chosen language, ensuring a rich and informative experience.
- 🎟️ Enjoy skip-the-line tickets to the Basilica Cistern, allowing you to enter with minimal wait time and avoid ticket purchasing lines.
- ⛪ Free entry to Hagia Sophia Mosque is included in the 3-hour and 4.5-hour options, providing access to one of the most significant heritage sites of Byzantium.
- 💧 Explore the stunning underground space of the Basilica Cistern, featuring 336 marble columns and two Medusa-carved columns, offering a glimpse into ancient artistry.
- 🌍 The meeting point is conveniently located at the World Heritage Center Hotel, with easy access to public transportation options nearby.
- ♿ Wheelchair accessible tours ensure that all guests can comfortably enjoy the experience, with pram and stroller access available.
- 📅 Important information will be sent via email the day before your tour, ensuring you are well-prepared for your adventure.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
2H: Basilica Cistern
Duration: 2 hours: Visit the ancient Basilica Cistern to discover Byzantinian history and legends, and see the attractions of the Old City.
,: such as the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia (outside only).
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - TUIS008.
Duration: 2 hours: Visit the ancient Basilica Cistern to discover Byzantinian history and legends, and see the attractions of the Old City.
,: such as the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia (outside only).
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - TUIS008.
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who fluent in the language of your choice
- Skip-the-line tickets to Basilica Cistern (all options)
- Free entry to Hagia Sophia Mosque (3- and 4,5-hour options only)
- Private Guided Tour of Basilica Cistern, Hagia Sophia and the Old City
- - (number of attractions depends on the option selected)
- Private car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (3,5- and 4,5H options only)
- Private car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (in 2- and 3-hour options)
- Free entry to Hagia Sophia Mosque (in 2- and 3,5-hour options)
Meeting point
Meet your guide in front of the World Heritage Center Hotel, Alemdar, Divanyolu Caddesi, Dr. Eminpaşa Sk. No:2, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
Return details
Meet your guide in front of the World Heritage Center Hotel, Alemdar, Divanyolu Caddesi, Dr. Eminpaşa Sk. No:2, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
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Meet your guide in front of the World Heritage Center Hotel, Alemdar, Divanyolu Caddesi, Dr. Eminpaşa Sk. No:2, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
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IstanbulBook private transfers with a 2-hour private tour of the Basilica Cistern and nearby attractions. This option includes a 1.5-hour round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Istanbul. We will arrange a Professional Driver and a clean, air-conditioned private car, van, or bus for this service.
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Basilica CisternVisit the Basilica Cistern. Your Private Guide will meet you in the Sultanahmet Old City, near the site where the Hippodrome of Constantinople stood, and show you its highlights while sharing stories from the time of the Byzantine Empire. The Basilica Cistern was built in the 6th century under an early Roman basilica facing the Hagia Sophia. Today it is kept with little water, so visitors can access the underground chamber. It is one of Istanbul's most popular attractions, but with fast-track tickets, the line to get in won’t be that long. Inside the cathedral-sized Basilica Cistern, you will explore a space of approximately 138 meters (453 ft) by 65 meters (213 ft). The calling is supported by 336 marble columns, the majority of which appear to have been recycled from the ruins of older buildings. Two of the columns reuse old blocks carved with the face of Medusa, and there are also several modern art pieces installed in the cistern.
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Hagia Sophia Grand MosqueVisit the Hagia Sophia Mosque and the Basilica Cistern. These 2 tourist attractions are the most important heritage sites of Byzantium, so you must visit them both to fully appreciate ancient Constantinople. You will be astonished by the historical, cultural, and architectural significance of Hagia Sophia. Inside, you'll marvel at the stunning architecture and art that blends Christian and Islamic elements and learn how a 6th-century basilica was converted into a mosque.
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Skip-the-line Basilica Cistern, Hagia Sophia, Istanbul Tour
$635.70
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!