Private Istanbul Tour: Full-Day Exploration of Iconic Monuments
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13 Ratings
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Embark on a full-day private tour of Istanbul's iconic monuments with a knowledgeable guide. Explore ancient cisterns, the Grand Bazaar, and historic mosques, and savor a delicious lunch at a renowned restaurant. A truly special experience!
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Suleymaniye Mosque - One of the most iconic mosques in the city with a stunning panoramic view
What's Included
- Private Professional Guide
- SKIP THE LINE ticket to Topkapi Palace
- Unique tour of Istanbul’s iconic places with a professional guide
- Hotel pickup from Sultanahmet and Galata areas
- Tea and coffee
- SKIP THE LINE Ticket to Basilica Cisterns
What's Not Included
- Ticket to visit Hagia Sophia is 25 Eur per person and is not included in the price
Additional Information
Embark on a private exploratory tour of Istanbul, accompanied by a seasoned, committed guide, and experience its most famous landmarks.
Istanbul stands out as one of the globe’s most remarkable metropolises. Its profound historical roots echo eras of the Ancient Romans, the Ottomans, and the tumultuous interplay of Eastern and Western societies.
This grandeur-filled city offers an enrapturing journey for genuine history enthusiasts, promising an enjoyable exploration pace with a knowledgeable companion at your disposal!
This personal metropolis expedition encompasses visits to the archaic Byzantine underground cisterns, the Grand Bazaar, and significant prayer institutions such as the Sulemanyie Mosque, Hagia Sophia Mosque, and Topkapi palace.
Pause for lunch at a restaurant celebrated by Michelin’s Guide, enjoying panoramic views of the antiquated city while savoring a modern take on classical Ottoman gastronomy. It’s an exceptionally unique and private escapade.
Location
Süleymaniye
In front of Suleymaniye Square Fountain
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(13 Ratings)
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189_l_fv
Dec 7, 2023
Professional and very personal tour of the iconic landmarks of Istanbul - What a great way to get to know this iconic city by taking this tour. Goda was amazing and so knowledgeable about everything and it really made my trip. Taking a private tour was an intimate experience and that way I got to control the pace and stop longer at some stops that were extra interesting and grab something delicious to eat on the way 🫶
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A_dovile
Dec 5, 2023
Great way to visit must-see places - My boyfriend and I visited Istanbul in November. This was my second time in the city. However, for my boyfriend, it was his first time so we opted for a private guided tour of the main sights. It took some time waiting in line to get into Hagia Sofia, given its mosque status, but it was so worth it. The place has something magical about it. We also really enjoyed Topkapi Palace, especially the watch room. As for me, the underground cistern stole the show. Closed for renovation on my last visit, now it works as this incredible gallery with contemporary art pieces blending with its historical charm. A big thank you to our tour guide Ahmet, who was knowledgeable and easygoing. Would highly recommend this tour!
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Grazus_vardas
Dec 3, 2023
Amazing private tour in Istanbul - Taking that private tour in Istanbul in September with Elvan as our guide was like stepping into a fairytale.
We cruised through the stunning Blue Mosque, got blown away by the Hagia Sophia, and felt like royalty at Topkapi Palace—all thanks to Elvan's know-how. She made history sound simple yet intriguing!
Skipping the line at the Underground Basilica Cistern was a game-changer; it saved us so much time! We also really enjoyed a Turkish coffee break! Imagine sipping coffee, soaking in the vibe. Elvan made it more than a tour—it was like hanging out with a friend who knows all the great stories of the city. Istanbul, you stole our hearts!
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561cihanb
Nov 28, 2023
Really Nice - It is a nice way to spend time. I would definietly recommend this tour. You can ask many questions to the guide.
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Raimondaa143
Nov 28, 2023
Iconic Istanbul was magical experience - Highly recommended! 'Iconic Istanbul' tour made the most cherished and magical experience! Architecture, historical knowledge, coffee and the extra effort to show the true hidden gems. If you want to fall in love with Istanbul, go ahead and book them!
We will be back!
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Mikolajkab
Feb 25, 2023
Fantastic Istanbul tour! - We got a tour with a friend of mine and it was definitely worth it. Ahmet - our guide took us to Grand Bazar, main sultan's palace, underground water cisterns dating to roman times and many more amazing spots, like charming cafes, that we would not find in our guide book. Ahmet also told us a lot a lot of interesting stories and facts about the places we visited and Istanbul itself. And all the arrangements went super smooth.
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Agne_traveler
Feb 23, 2023
A beautiful and informative full-day tour - It was a great and informative full-day tour with a professional guide. The greatness and beauty of the Mosques and the square, the various and interesting Grand Bazaar...but I was most surprised and impressed by the Basilica Cistern! If you have the opportunity, I recommend visiting Istanbul and getting to know its most famous and beautiful places during this tour. Everything was planned perfectly!
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Ahcanet
Feb 22, 2023
A day well spent - all must-sees covered! - I really enjoyed sightseeing tour through the main highlights of Istanbul. We had a comfortable pickup from Galata port as we arrived with a ship and took a tram to the old city. Our guide Kadir showed us the main mosque, we could see a nice panoramic view from there. We then continued to Grand Bazar and visited underground cisterns and Topkapi palace both were very impressive. The lunch reservation was in a very thoughtfully selected space - roof terrace with a view on Hagia Sophia. We truly enjoyed the tour, it covers all we wanted to see on our short tour!
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