Private 7 hours Istanbul Highlights Sightseeing Tour with Bazaars | La Vacanza Travel

Private 7 hours Istanbul Highlights Sightseeing Tour with Bazaars

Duration: 6 to 7 hours
Destination: Turkiye, Turkiye, Istanbul
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  • 6 to 7 hours
  • Istanbul
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Welcome to Istanbul, where Europe and Asia meets. Your private guide will be ready at the port with a sign that will have your name written on it. Visit highlights of Istanbul with your private guide including: Hippodrome Square, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar.
• Private Tour for your family and friends
• You will decide on departure time
• Our tour guide will meet you at the Port/Hotel with your name sign,
• Our professional tour guide will be with you from arrival till departure,
• You will have flexibilty to spend how much time you want in each site and customize the itinerary,
• You do not have to wait for other group members
• You may stop to have pictures during your tour.
• You may stop for lunch in a local restaurant to taste famous Turkish Kebaps

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Istanbul, Istanbul

Your tour guide will be ready at Istanbul port with your name sign . Meeting time will be given during your confirmation

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Hippodrome, Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet ParkI No:2, Istanbul Turkiye

Our first stop is Hippodrome Square which was the former center of sprotive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Mah At Meydani Cad No 7, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye

(No interior visit) We are going to visit Blue Mosque which is the one of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Topkapi Palace, Cankurtaran Mahallesi Gulhane Park, Near Sultanahmet Square, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye

(No interior visit) We will continue walking to Topkapi Palace, was not only the residence of the Ottoman sultans, but also the administrative and educational center of the state. It was constructed between 1460 and 1478 by Sultan Mehmed II, the conqueror of Constantinople. We will visit the Topkapi Palace including weapons section.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Hagia Sophia Mosque, Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya MeydanI No:1, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye

(No interior visit) After Topkapi Palace, we are going to visit Hagia Sophia which is The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.

Update for St. Sophia interior visit :
Live guiding is not allowed in St. Sophia after the 15th January 2024. Guests have to have their smart phones and headphones during their visit. If guests do not have a headphone, they can buy at the entrance at the cost of 3,5-USD
The system is similar to audio guide system. Guests who does not have smart phones will follow the signs and the given informations on the signs .

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Basilica Cistern, Alemdar Mahallesi, Yerebatan Caddesi, No:1/3, Istanbul 34410 Turkiye

(No interior visit) We will continue with Underground Cistern which was the largest covered water reservoir in Istanbul, built by Justinian I.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Grand Bazaar, Grand Bazaar, Istanbul

After the visit to the cistern we will continue with Grand Bazaar. In addition to its historical importance, it’s a bazaar that will tempt even the nonshoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Misir Carsisi (Spice Market), Rustem Pasa Mahallesi, Erzak Ambari Sok. No:92 Eminonu - Fatih, Istanbul 34116 Turkiye

As our last stop,you will have free time in Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar): The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable herb and spice.
After Spice Market back to our hotel. The end of our services.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Inclusions
  • Professional tour guide
  • Transportation with brand new air-conditioned minivan/minibus
  • Local taxes

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance Fees ( no interior visits to Topkapı Palace, St. Sophia, Underground Cistern, Blue Mosque )
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Bare shoulders are not permitted in holy places of worship such as churches, monasteries, mosques and synagogues.
  • Shoes are not permitted in mosques
  • In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited
  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, Spice market will be visited instead
  • During religious holidays the Spice market and Grand Bazaar will be closed. Arasta bazaar will be visited instead
  • Not recommended for participants with walking difficulties
  • Infant seats available
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up from Your Hotel in Istanbul Europen Side and Istanbul Cruise Terminal for cruise guests. Suggested pick up time will be given on your confirmation message.

Ports

  • ISTANBUL PORT enterance, Kılıçali Paşa, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

6 to 7 hours


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