Highlights of old Istanbul with private guide.
We treat our guests like cherished friends, ensuring an unforgettable experience. With our certified, professional guide boasting 20 years of expertise, you'll uncover fascinating insights that make your visit truly unique. Delight in authentic local cuisine, thoughtfully recommended by your guide. Maximize your time and bypass long lines with our exclusive admission tickets. Stroll through the enchanting old city of Istanbul and immerse yourself in its magical ambiance.
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Highlights of old Istanbul with private guide.
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What's included in Highlights of old Istanbul with private guide.
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Hippodrome
The Hippodrome stands as the vibrant heart of sports activities, showcasing four remarkable monuments: the striking German Fountain gifted by Wilhelm II, the majestic Egyptian Obelisk, the intricate Serpentine Column, and the historical Walled Obelisk. Each monument adds a unique character, making this location a must-visit for sports enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
Blue Mosque
The Blue Mosque, or Sultanahmet Camii, stands as Istanbul's most iconic mosque, renowned for its stunning blue Iznik tiles. Please note, visits are not permitted on Fridays until after 3:00 PM due to the Friday Prayer. To ensure a respectful experience, a dress code is required. Ladies should bring scarves to cover their head and shoulders, while both men and women should wear long pants.
Ayasofya
The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque stands as a testament to architectural brilliance, originally built by Constantine the Great in the 4th century and magnificently reconstructed by Justinian in the 6th century. This historic masterpiece is truly a marvel worth experiencing. Please note that visits are not possible on Fridays until 3:00 PM due to prayers. To ensure a respectful atmosphere, a dress code is in place: women are required to wear scarves to cover their head and shoulders, while both men and women should don long pants. Embrace the beauty while upholding tradition!
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Priority passes in museums as much as possible.
- Flexible walking tour programme
- Private guiding
- Professional licensed tour guide
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Entry Fees
- Pickup transportation fees
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Skip the lines as possible
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We can meet at hotel if the hotel is located in the old city. If you are staying in the hotel which is very far from the old city, We can give you a convintent central meeting point. Pick up Transportation fees are not included. Airport pick up are 90 munites before tour starting.
Meeting / End Points
- We meet by the German Fountain (Alman çeşmesi ) at hippodrome.