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Istanbul Historical Tour with Guide, Lunch and Transfers

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480 minutes
English

This 8 hours tour starts at Hippodrome Square continues to the Blue Mosque as one of the landmarks of the city. Then visit to the St. Sophia Museum, one of the most magnificent Byzantine churches. Continue to Topkapi Palace, the imperial residence of the Great Ottoman Empire, today a museum holding large collection of porcelains and displaying holy relics. Proceed to Little Hagia Sofia and the Grand Bazaar, tempting souvenir-hunters with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery and leather, where the tour ends. Lunch in a local restaurant will be served during the tour.

Options

ENGLISH LANGUAGE OPTION

SPANISH LANG.OPTION

ENGLISH LANGUAGE OPTION

Duration: 7 hours
Lunch: Set Menu Lunch without drinks in a local restaurant
Pickup included

From$248Per Person

What's included in Istanbul Historical Tour with Guide, Lunch and Transfers

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

Blue Mosque

Blue Mosque

Admission Ticket Included

Hippodrome

Hippodrome

Admission Ticket Included

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

Hagia Sophia

Admission Ticket Included

Inclusions

  • Professional guide
  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off ( only from the hotels, not other address)
  • Visit to the Harem in Topkapi Palace is not included (own expense)
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays instead you will take the Bosphorus Cruise Tour. Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, instead you will visit the open-air bazaar
  • Passport name, number and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place.
  • As Hagia Sophia is not a museum (has been converted into a mosque) anymore, tour guides don't have skip-the-line priority/offer there.
  • Spanish language option is only available on Mondays and Thursdays, whereas the English language option is available anytime as to not cause confusion for travelers who would like to book the said product.
  • We as KARAVAN TRAVEL, want to ensure the minds of travelers that, all the necessary safety measures and precautions will be maintained at all times; hand sanitizer will be available, masks will be given out, seats will be blocked out on coaches, reduced groups sizes and social distancing measures will be taking against COVID-19 infections. We will follow up the new regulations/restrictions permanently and update our procedures accordingly.

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Pickup and Dropoff

Choose to be picked up from a list of locations

Please arrive at the pick up point 60 minutes before departure time.

Additional Information

We ONLY pick up from Central located hotels in Istanbul. We will contact with you if your hotel is out of city limits. ın case of outside of city limits hotel, you will need to pay a supplement both for pick up and drop off.

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

Direct access

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time. Opening hours are: 09:00 - 18:00 Monday to Friday 09:00 - 13:00 Saturday to Saturday This operator requires you to contact them directly prior to this tour/activity. Please note the attractions tickets will be shared on the day of the experience when you meet the tour guide.

Operator

Karavan Travel