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Highlights of Istanbul Old City Tour for Cruise and Hotel Guests

Istanbul 7 hr English Hotel pickup
from $108.57 per person · 7 hr
Hotel pickup

Istanbul Old City Tour is the best way to see the top sights of Istanbul in one day with our professional guided tours.

Highlights

  • A full-day tour with all the highlights of the old city of Istanbul
  • You'll see Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar ,Basilica Cistern and more
  • Explore the historical traces of the two greatest epochs – Byzantine and Ottoman Empire in the heart of Istanbul!
  • If your hotel is located in the main attraction area, the guide will pick you up by walking from your hotel
  • Our main attraction visits are close to each other, therefore you will walk between every attraction you will visit

What to expect

A full-day tour with all the highlights of the old city of Istanbul. You'll see Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar ,Basilica Cistern and more. Explore the historical traces of the two greatest epochs – Byzantine and Ottoman Empire in the heart of Istanbul! FOR CRUISE GUESTS : Pick up and drop off will be from Galata Port ( Cruise Port) The pick-up and drop-off by public transport such as tram, etc... If your hotel is located in the main attraction area, the guide will pick you up by walking from your hotel. Our main attraction visits are close to each other, therefore you will walk between every attraction you will visit. There is no any other vehicle usage except pick-up and drop-off. During the tour you are able to visit some shops such as Carpet showroom, leather, turkish delight, jewelry, etc... Stores to visit: Carpet Showroom Leather Factory

Ways to book it

Public & Walking Guided Tour
7 hr · We pick customers up
from $108.57per person
PRIVATE TOUR WITH VAN
7 hr · We pick customers up
from $241.24per person

What's included

  • Professional Licensed Tour Guide
  • Galata Port Cruise or Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off
  • Public Transport Such as Tram
  • Discover the Art of Turkish Handcrafts: Carpets, Leather, Ceramics & Jewelry
  • Food & Drinks
  • Guide Tips – Gratitue
  • Hagia Sophia
  • Topkapi Palace
  • Entrance fees of Basilica Cistern

Pickup

Pickup arranged by the operator; the exact place and time are confirmed after booking.

Know before you go

Not stroller accessible Not suitable for pets Infant seats unavailable Not wheelchair accessible Topkapi Palace entrance fee is 2750 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets. Hagia Sophia entarance fee is 25 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets. GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE Basilica Cistern entrance fee is 2250 TRY.You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets. Transportation & Meeting Information Pick-up and drop-off may be provided by public transportation such as tram or on foot, depending on your hotel location. For guests staying in the main tourist areas, our licensed guide will meet you at your hotel or within walking distance. This service is available for hotels located in Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, and Laleli areas. For cruise ship passengers arriving at Galataport, our meeting point is in front of Hafız Mustafa Sweets Shop. Detailed meeting instructions will be provided after booking

Cancellation

Non-refundable.

Questions people ask

What sights are included in the Istanbul old city tour?

The tour covers Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar and the Basilica Cistern, all within walking distance of each other in the old city.

Are entrance fees included in the price?

No, entrance fees for Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the Basilica Cistern are excluded. The guide can arrange skip-the-line tickets on the day for an extra payment.

Where does the tour pick up cruise passengers?

Cruise guests are picked up and dropped off at Galataport, with the meeting point in front of the Hafız Mustafa Sweets Shop.

Where does the tour pick up hotel guests?

Guests staying in Sultanahmet, Sirkeci or Laleli are met at their hotel or a short walk away. Other hotel guests are collected using public transport such as the tram.

Is the Istanbul old city tour wheelchair accessible?

No, the tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible, and infant seats are not available.

Does the tour stop at any shops?

Yes, the tour includes stops at a carpet showroom and a leather factory, along with other handicraft shops such as Turkish delight and jewellery outlets.

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