Istanbul Classics and Bosphorus Cruise Private Tour
This is a great tour option for the ones who only have one day to explore and still want to understand what Istanbul is all about. On this private 7-hours walking tour your guide will take you to an exciting journey through the centuries to the Istanbul's ancient Ottoman and Roman roots. You will learn about the most famous highlights and must see monuments of Istanbul.
Marvel at the iconic Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Hippodrome,
Spectacular views of Istanbul's skyline,
Discover the top attractions with an expert, local tour guide
A great insight into Turkish culture and daily life
Cruise along the Bosphorus Strait with public ferry
Options
2023 Price
Pickup included
What's included in Istanbul Classics and Bosphorus Cruise Private Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Hippodrome
The tour will start in the ancient Hippodrome which was once the beating hearth of the Constantinople. This arena was used for chariots racing and hundreds and thousands of people would entertain themselves watching the chariot racing, wild animal shows, dancers and acrobats.
Blue Mosque
From there we will make our way to the Blue Mosque to visit one of the most majestic Ottoman mosques famous for its six minarets and 17th century handmade blue tiles.
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
Next stop will be one of the most iconic buildings in the world; Breathtakingly beautiful and grandiose Hagia Sophia. It is the place where Christianity meets Islam. Originally built as a church in the sixth century AD and then converted into a mosque following the Ottoman conquest, it has been the symbol of civilization and culture. Surely no visit to Istanbul is complete without Hagia Sophia.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup (central hotels only)
- Private tour for your family
- Skip the line priority with museum tickets
- Private guiding service by an expert tour guide
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Hotel drop-off
- Lunch
- Entrance tickets
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Our guides meets our guests at their centrally located Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Karakoy and Taksim hotels, for non-central hotels MEETING POINT can be set by guest after booking. Please make sure you note your hotel information during booking. For cruise passengers this tour can be operated as Shore Excursion Tour from GalataPort.
Meeting / End Points
- We will meet in front of Sultanahmet's B entrance , across from the German Fountain.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Your guide will meet you at your centrally located hotel .Hotels out of city center are subject to another meeting point. Upon request we can arrange a private vehicle with extra charge.