All-Inclusive Best of Istanbul Tour
Description
Experience the essence of Istanbul on our captivating Best of Istanbul tour. This city seamlessly blends ancient ruins with modern architecture and tantalizes your senses with fragrant spices and the sea breeze. Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Istanbul's uniqueness. Unveil iconic landmarks, from stunning Byzantine to magnificent Ottoman architecture. Lose yourself in the lively Grand Bazaar, a sprawling, centuries-old covered market. Indulge in the city's delectable cuisine, a culinary adventure awaits. Our expert guides will enrich your journey, sharing their profound knowledge of Istanbul's captivating history and rich culture. From ancient origins to modern vitality, we'll reveal the hidden gems of this mesmerizing city. Embark on an unforgettable odyssey through Istanbul's Best, where sights, sounds, and flavors intertwine in a symphony unlike any other. Join us and let Istanbul unfold its treasures before you.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Hagia Sophia Mosque - This iconic landmark was originally built as a church in the 6th century and later converted into a mosque during the Ottoman period. Today, it serves as a museum and is renowned for its impressive dome, stunning mosaics, and intricate architecture.
Once the center of Constantinople's public life, the Hippodrome is now a public square and park. It features several monuments and structures that are remnants of the city's ancient past, including the Obelisk of Theodosius and the Serpentine Column.
This bustling market is one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world, with over 4,000 shops spread across 60 streets. Visitors can browse a wide variety of goods, from handmade ceramics and textiles to exotic spices and jewelry.
Topkapi Palace -(TUESDAY CLOSED) More than just the Ottoman Sultans' Imperial Residence. For approximately 400 years, it served as the Supreme Executive Council's seat. The Topkapi Palace is a magnificent example of oriental architecture that captures the majesty of the Ottoman Empire.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
*** Transport by Public transportation (transportation provided only when necessary)*** ***Pickup / drop-off service is provided from / to centrally located hotels on the European side of Istanbul or Galataport*** ***You can contact with us for pick up points.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- the remaining hour will be for the travel for the attractions and free time of the customer to take a break and lunch
Reviews(53)
Sedat was a phenomenal tour guide. He was incredibly knowledgeable, showing a very deep understanding of Turkish history, as well as other regions relevant to our tour. He was relaxed and friendly, very accommodating to our small requests like lunch break etc. I’d highly recommend booking with him for a great tour.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback We also sincerely thank you for choosing to book your tour through us. It was a pleasure to host your visit, and we would be delighted
We had a wonderful full day walking tour (plus tram) with our delightful, fun, vibrant, friendly knowledgeable tour guide Zel! She gave in depth insights into the complicated history of Istanbul and Turkey generally. Zel kept us safe, looked after every aspect of the day and magically helped us skip the line at all ticketed venues. We saw the Blue Mosque, Topaki Palace, Hagia Sophia, Cisterns and Grand Bazaar but didn't feel rushed. Highly recommended!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback We also sincerely thank you for choosing to book your tour through us. It was a pleasure to host your visit, and we would be delighted
We had Fatih as a guide. He was very kind and knowledgeable. 10/10 !
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback We also sincerely thank you for choosing to book your tour through us. It was a pleasure to host your visit, and we would be delighted
Suleyman was totally amazing. We had the best seven hours full of history, full of artistry, full of knowledge of the various religions that have ruled and shaped this beautiful city. It was really an exceptional tour. Suleyman is a great guide but what also made it special is the real care he took of us at every step. The communication from the tour operator prior to our trip was also excellent. Final note…. If you are on a cruise ship and don’t want to pay stupid prices for laundry, they will take you to somewhere you can drop it off and then you pick it up on the way back. Ours was 12 USD versus over 100 on the ship!!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback We also sincerely thank you for choosing to book your tour through us. It was a pleasure to host your visit, and we would be delighted
My wife and I were visiting from Sweden and were very interested in exploring food and culture. The hotel arranged a 6 hour private tour with Zel and it was great. We covered the historic old part of Istanbul (Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia, Basilica Cisterns, Grand Bazaar). She kept a great pace, was extremely knowledgeable about all the things we asked about. She was also well connected knowing vendors, other guides, ticket sales clerks and restauranteurs...this enabled a smooth and fast experience where we did not have to wait for anything really and we were confident in shopping. We capped it off with a long and large lunch where we learned a lot about local food.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback We also sincerely thank you for choosing to book your tour through us. It was a pleasure to host your visit, and we would be delighted
Excellent tour! Zel was very nice, she personalized our tour and took us to amazing places. She gave us the full explanation of the old city, great food recomendations and the best attitude!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback We also sincerely thank you for choosing to book your tour through us. It was a pleasure to host your visit, and we would be delighted to welcome you in the future.
Good way to see the highlights without the hassle of lines. Lots of walking and also traveled by subway. Friendly, knowledgeable guide.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback We also sincerely thank you for choosing to book your tour through us. It was a pleasure to host your visit, and we would be delighted to welcome you in the future.
Josh was an outstanding guide—extremely knowledgeable, personable, and professional. We did a private walking tour of the Sultanahmet district with him and couldn’t be happier with the experience. He helped us skip the long lines, tailored the pace and stops to our interests, shared fascinating insights into Turkish history, and even guided us through shopping at the Grand Bazaar. Would highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback We also sincerely thank you for choosing to book your tour through us. It was a pleasure to host your visit, and we would be delighted to welcome you in the future.
We booked our Old City trip through our hotel and it was flawless! Our guide, Josh his name for us since hard to say his Turkish name, was/is phenomenal. He was very educated in Turkish History and tailored the trip around my 14 year olds short attention span. He knew a lot of locals and was so fun to actually hang with. His English was excellent and genuinely wanted us to have a great time. I can’t say enough and would recommend him. My son and I were kinda bummed the day had to end because he was so personable and easy to ask questions to!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback We also sincerely thank you for choosing to book your tour through us. It was a pleasure to host your visit, and we would be delighted to welcome you in the future.
This tour was fantastic. Our guide helped us to experience the history, culture and food, of Istanbul. I cannot recommend this tour enough!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback We also sincerely thank you for choosing to book your tour through us. It was a pleasure to host your visit, and we would be delighted to welcome you in the future.
