Overview
Whether you are interested in history, architecture, culture or cuisine while exploring highlights or hidden gems of Istanbul our very well-made itinerary for 1,2 or 3 days private guided tour has you covered ! Istanbul: no other city on earth straddles two continents -Europe and Asia- and has been home to three great empires (Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman).
We will discover Hagia Sophia, visit Topkapi Palace, stroll through Grand Bazaar and enjoy the beauty of Blue Mosque. In a city like this, it's important to have an experienced local guide who can help you to navigate, all the while ensuring you the most personal experience possible.
We will sometimes use a ferry and sometimes subway or tram to navigate through the city. Don't forget that the best way of exploring a new city is to use public transport or walking.
• Skip-the-Line Access to the Museums
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Local Taxes
Private Tour
Professional Tour Guide
Entrance Fee: Hagia Sophia 25 Euro Per Person
Entrance Fee: Basilica Cistern 800 Turkish Lira Per Person
Entrance Fee: Topkapi Palace 1700 Turkish Lira Per Person
Public Transportation Fees
Meals
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
In front of the Adamar Hotel.
End point
The tour ends in the Grand Bazaar.
What to expect
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TopkapI Palace
2 hours
TOPKAPI PALACE, the former imperial residence from which the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled for nearly 400 years. Today a spectacular museum, it is famous for its collections of treasury of the Ottoman Royal Family. You will chase the memories of the sultans and the Ottoman Empire through 400 years of the most glorious victories, happiest moments, and mournful days.
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Hagia Sophia Mosque
1 hour
HAGIA SOPHIA is a 6th century church, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture, welcomes you with its legends and mosaics. You will have a chance to touch the history of this church, a main attraction of the city since its construction.
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Basilica Cistern
20 min
Basilica Cistern is the largest underground water reservoir from the Byzantine period. This 6th century underground cistern became famous with the Medusa heads on the inside.
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Hippodrome
15 min
HIPODROME: The former center of sportive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.
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Grand Bazaar
30 min
GRAND BAZAAR is both the oldest and the biggest covered bazaar in the world. Your guide will provide the history of the Bazaar as well as some helpful tips on navigating its more than 4000 shops.
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Suleymaniye Mosque
30 min
This mosque, constructed by the great Ottoman architect Sinan in 1557, is regarded as the most beautiful of all imperial mosques.
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Blue Mosque
45 min
BLUE MOSQUE, also known as the Sultanahment Mosque is one of the biggest mosques and principal adornments of the Istanbul skyline. It was built in the 17th century. Once inside the mosque, blue Iznik tiles and stained glass will surround you.
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Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
30 min
This market is famous for Turkish delights and spices.
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Bosphorus Strait
1 hour 30 min
Bosphorus Cruise. Bosphorus is a unique natural water strait both sides of which filled in Palaces, Yalis ( old Ottoman Houses), historical mosques and many other buildings and many neighbourhoods with their own unique cultures.
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Rustem Pasha Mosque
20 min
Rustem Pasha is famous for the most beautiful examples of Ottoman Tile art pieces adorning it’s walls on the inside.
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KadIkoy CarsIsI
1 hour 30 min
Kadikoy is probably the most vibrant and local district of Istanbul.
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Uskudar Pier
10 min
District in the Asian side of Istanbul.
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Taksim Square
10 min
Main square of Istanbul.
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Dolmabahce Palace
1 hour 30 min
This palace, constructed between 1843 and 1858 by Sultan I Abdulmecit, contains eclectic elements from the Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical styles, blended with traditional Ottoman architecture to create a new synthesis.
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Galata Tower
5 min
We will see GALATA TOWER from outside.
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Karakoy
10 min
The commercial site of old Istanbul.
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Basilica Cistern
20 min
The largest underground water reservoir from the Byzantine time. This 6th century underground cistern became famous with the Medusa heads located in one corner of the cistern.
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Istiklal Caddesi
1 hour
ISTIKLAL STREET is where locals like to hang out.The architecture of the buildings in that area will remind you of French style, and the street was once called Rue de Pera by it’s French residents.
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Balat
30 min
BALAT is where you will enjoy the most authentic houses of Istanbul.
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Bulgarian Orthodox Church
15 min
This is a unique church which is fully made of iron.
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Fener Rum Patrikhanesi
15 min
This is the Petriarchate of the Orthodox.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Istanbul).
Additional Information
- If you book the tour with a private van, please beware that extra charges may apply if your hotel/apartment is located in the Asian Side or far from the city center.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
FAQs about Istanbul City and Hidden Gem Private Guided Tour 1, 2, 3 Day opt.
Can I cancel Istanbul City and Hidden Gem Private Guided Tour 1, 2, 3 Day opt. for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 7–21 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
In front of the Adamar Hotel. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Local Taxes
- Private Tour
- Professional Tour Guide
What's not included?
- Entrance Fee: Hagia Sophia 25 Euro Per Person
- Entrance Fee: Basilica Cistern 800 Turkish Lira Per Person
- Entrance Fee: Topkapi Palace 1700 Turkish Lira Per Person
- Public Transportation Fees
- Meals
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits TopkapI Palace, Hagia Sophia Mosque, Basilica Cistern, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Suleymaniye Mosque, Blue Mosque, Misir Carsisi (Spice Market).
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
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