ALL INCLUSIVE Private Istanbul tour with LUNCH - 8 to 9 hours
- Free cancellation up to 1 day before
- Instant confirmation
- Hotel pickup
- Guided tour in English
About this experience
This All-Inclusive Private tour will take you to the highlights of Istanbul. It is very suitable for the cruisers and for the hoteliers who have limited time in Istanbul.
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.
You do not have to wait for other group members.
You may stop to have pictures during your tour.
Next available dates
What’s included
- Entrance Fees ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the line )
- Private tour for your family and Friends only
- Professional and licensed English-speaking tour guide
- Transportation with a brand new air-conditioned minivan/minibus.
- Local taxes
- Lunch at the famous Pudding Shop Lale Restaurant
- GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
Not included
- Tips and gratuities
- Drinks
- Gratitudes to guide and driver
Itinerary
- 1
Galataport
Your private guide will meet you at Istanbul port with a sign written “ Your Name “ on it, anytime you want . The only city in the world located on two continents is Istanbul, which has been the capital of three great empires – Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman – for more than 2000 years.
- 2
Hippodrome
Our tour starts with Hippodrome Square where used to take place for chariot races and the Byzantine riots during Roman & Byzantine period.
- 3
Hagia Sophia
Only a short walk away, reaches Hagia Sophia built in 532 AD by Roman Emperor Justinian I.
- 4
Blue Mosque
Then, Blue Mosque, has its fame from its beautiful blue Iznik tiles.
- 5
Topkapı Palace
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.
- 6
Pudding Shop Lale Restaurant
Our guests will have their lunch at Pudding Shop Lale Restaurant.
- 7
Grand Bazaar
After that, we will visit Grand Bazaar where is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with more than 58 covered streets and over 1,200 shops which attract between 250,000 and 400,000 visitors daily. Opened in 1461, it is well known for its jewelry, pottery, spice, and carpet shops.
- 8
Galataport
Drive back to the port. The end of our services.
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- How you meet
- Hotel pickup
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Cancellation policy
- Free cancellation up to 1 day before
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Guide
- Guided tour in English
Know before you go
- Infant seats available
- Visit to holy places of worship such as churches, monasteries, mosques, synagogues bare shoulders are not permitted, nor shoes in mosques.
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- At time of booking, Hotels guests must provide hotel name
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Dress code is smart - no casual clothes (i.e. jeans, sportswear, joggers or sneakers) • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
- 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
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts.
- 1 day or more before: full refund
- Less than 1 day before: no refund
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 9 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts. 1 day or more before: full refund · Less than 1 day before: no refund
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes — hotel pickup is included.
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From AED 768 per personFree cancellation
