VIP Istanbul-Topkapi Palace Hagia Sophia Blue Mosque GrandBazaar
Description
Enjoy the Highlights of Istanbul with our expert licenced Guides. Learn About History, Archeology, Culture and More... Skip the Lines - Do not wait for ticket lines (ONLY FOR TOPKAPI PALACE - There can be lines for Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia) Full-day tour of Istanbul's essential sites Have your Private Guide for your Private tour. Our guide will meet you at the Hotel Lobby (Old City Area) and we will walk to the sites together. Experience Istanbul’s timeless sights on a full-day tour of the city’s stunning historic places. Start the day at Hippodrome Square and spot the distinctive tiles of the Blue Mosque. See the Byzantine mosaics and minarets of Hagia Sophia, then follow in the footsteps of powerful sultans, courtiers, and generals at Topkapi Palace. Finish your tour in the vibrant Grand Bazaar, browsing bright displays of handicrafts, carpets, and souvenirs.
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Itinerary
Former Racing Arena for Chariots. You will see Egyptian Obeslisk, German Fountain, Serpentine Coloum
One of the most beautiful Mosque of Ottoman Era from 17th Century.
This 1500 years old structure was built as the Greatest Church of Christianity. Converted into a mosque after the Fall of Constantinople. Now, It is being used as museum (Closed On Mondays)
The Palace where Ottoman Empire controlled for about 400 years. It was the residence of Ottoman Sultans. (Closed on Tuesdays) - Then we will visit Turkish & Islamic Art Museum Instead
Over 500 years old Bazaar. It is Oldest and the biggest one in the world. An optional carpet weaving lecture will be shown. (Closed on Sundays)
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Our guide will meet you at the Hotel Lobby (Old City Area) and we will walk to the sites together.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- On Fridays, Hagia Sophia or Blue Mosque will be visited from outside because of the worship.
- As Hagia Sophia is not a museum anymore, tour guides don't have skip-the-line priority there. You may need to wait in the security line
- Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays can be replaced with Spice Market. Carpet weaving lecture will be presented also.
- Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays can be replaced with Basilica Cistern.
- Skip the line service is not available for active mosques - there is a queue for the entrance. Ladies must cover the head with a scarf at the mosque visits. Please bring your scarf. Shoulders and knees must be covered
Reviews(3)
Excellent tour. Good English. Have a lot of background information. Took us to a great local place for lunch.
Thank you very much for your feedback. Looking forward to seeing again.
Our private tour was in early November 2022. All the information given by our professional guide made the history of Istanbul come alive.I have a fondness for tiles and wasn’t disappointed with all we saw in the mosques. We were surprised by the cisterns tour and the changing lights.Doing a boat ride on the Bosporus was delightful.The walking was easy enough the two days we toured. We were met both days at our hotel. We provided the transportation via cab.we shopped a little allowing me to buy two lovely scarves where many famous people shopped!
Dear Linda, Thanka for your feed back. Hope to meet you again.
This was an awesome unforgettable experience. Evren took us to all the best places providing a glimpse into some of the many unique & wonderful things that Istanbul has to offer along with its long & colorful history. Very professional & extremely knowledgeable. He skillfully finetuned the pace & tour to our preferences & has provided us with a lifetime of treasured memories. Highly recommend!!
Dear Eric and William, Thanks for your precious comment. Looking forward to meeting you again.