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Full-Day Private Guided Cultural Tour of Istanbul

By Istanbul's Tours
8.8 out of 10
Excellent
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$240 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

These private tours would offer you the comfort of unique culture experience. If you want to stay away from crowded groups, to avoid long entrance queues, we invite you to live the best of your Istanbul experience with a private tour.

Activity location

  • Sultanahmet District
    • 34122, Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Galata Tower
    • 34421, Bereketzade, İstanbul, Türkiye

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Full-Day Private Guided Cultural Tour of Istanbul

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Duration: 7 hours: Tour takes between 5 and 7 hours depending on your desire.
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$239.75 x 1 TravellerNZ$239.75
Total
Price is NZ$239.75
Until Mon, 18 May

Tour en español

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • Spanish

Tour con guía que habla españo
Tour con guía que habla españo
Tour con guía que habla españo
Pickup included

Language options: Spanish
Price details
NZ$479.50 x 1 TravellerNZ$479.50
Total
Price is NZ$479.50
Until Mon, 18 May

Istambul a pé – Português

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • Portuguese

Istambul a pé – Português
Istambul a pé – Português
Pickup included

Language options: Portuguese
Price details
NZ$496.63 x 1 TravellerNZ$496.63
Total
Price is NZ$496.63
Until Mon, 18 May

Istanbul zu Fuß – Deutsch

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • German

Istanbul zu Fuß – Deutsch
Istanbul zu Fuß – Deutsch
Pickup included

Language options: German
Price details
NZ$496.63 x 1 TravellerNZ$496.63
Total
Price is NZ$496.63
Until Mon, 18 May

جولة مشي اسطنبول بالعربي

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • Arabic

جولة مشي اسطنبول بالعربي
جولة مشي اسطنبول بالعربي
Pickup included

Language options: Arabic
Price details
NZ$496.63 x 1 TravellerNZ$496.63
Total
Price is NZ$496.63
Until Mon, 18 May

伊斯坦布尔中文徒步游

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • Chinese

伊斯坦布尔中文徒步游
伊斯坦布尔中文徒步游
Pickup included

Language options: Chinese
Price details
NZ$496.63 x 1 TravellerNZ$496.63
Total
Price is NZ$496.63
Until Mon, 18 May

Visite d’Istanbul à pied (FR)

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • French

Visite d’Istanbul à pied (FR)
Visite d’Istanbul à pied (FR)

Language options: French
Price details
NZ$513.75 x 1 TravellerNZ$513.75
Total
Price is NZ$513.75
Until Mon, 18 May

Private Guided Tour & Vehicle

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Private Guided Tour & Vehicle: (Pick up and Drop off included)
Duration: 7 hours
Mercedes Vito: Tour with Vehicle AC Full Day: Mercedes Vito, Full day Tour with AC Vehicle from Hotels, Airport, Airbnb, Cruisepor
Important Information: Do not select this tour with vehicle if your hotel is at Fatih, Sultanahmet, Sirkeci area. No need vehicle for these areas.
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$599.38 x 1 TravellerNZ$599.38
Total
Price is NZ$599.38
Until Mon, 18 May

Tour en español con coche

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • Spanish

Tour en español
Mercedes Minivan
Pickup included

Language options: Spanish
Price details
NZ$839.13 x 1 TravellerNZ$839.13
Total
Price is NZ$839.13
Until Mon, 18 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Discover rich tradition of Turkish handicrafts through unique art & shopping experiences in GORDES
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Fast Track Ticket Avaliable to skip the huge queue
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional Licensed Tour Guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Public Transport Fees
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Museum/Attraction Tickets
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Topkapi Palace on Tuesday ( Closed on Tuesday )

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tour guides don't have skip-the-line priority in Hagia Sophia. You may need to wait in the security line, in order to avoid queues we suggest departing at 8:30am or 9:00am.
  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays can be replaced with alternatives.
  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays can be replaced with alternatives.
  • Skip the line service is not available for active mosques - there is a queue for the entrance.

Activity itinerary

Sultanahmet District

  • 30m
Discover the captivating charm of Sultanahmet, the historic heart of Istanbul. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of history, culture, and architectural wonders that define this vibrant district. Explore the iconic Sultanahmet Square, surrounded by architectural marvels like the awe-inspiring Hagia Sophia, the majestic Blue Mosque, and the ancient Roman Hippodrome. Wander through the narrow cobblestone streets, lined with charming cafes, artisanal shops, and local bazaars. Indulge in the flavours of Turkish cuisine and delight in the warm hospitality of the locals. Immerse yourself in the captivating ambiance of Sultanahmet, where the ancient and the modern blend seamlessly to create an unforgettable experience.

Blue Mosque

  • 45m
Sultanahmet Camii as known as Blue Mosque is one of the most magnificent buildings in Turkey. The building is not just a mosque, it is also a social life complex. Its name comes from blue Iznik tiles covered interior of the mosque.

Hagia Sophia Mosque

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Hagia Sophia is the most famous building in Istanbul. Hagia Sophia, the largest church built by the Eastern Roman Empire in Istanbul, was built three times in the same place. Hagia Sophia served as a cathedral as the capital's largest church where rulers were crowned throughout the Eastern Roman Empire.

Topkapi Palace

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
After the conquest of Istanbul in 1453, the construction of Topkapi Palace, which was started in 1460 at the request of Fatih Sultan Mehmet, was completed in 1478. Topkapı Palace, with all its additional buildings, was expanded with the added structures until the 19th century. CLOSED ON TUESDAY.

Grand Bazaar

  • 1h
The Grand Bazaar, which was founded in 1461, resembles a giant scale labyrinth thanks to its aesthetic design. The historical shopping area with nearly 60 streets and more than 3600 shops covers a total area of 30,700 square metres. Closed on Sunday.

Hippodrome

  • 30m
You will see 4 amazing monuments in the ancient Hippodrome which was the centre of Byzantine civic life; Egyptian Obelisk, The German Fountain of Wilhelm II, Serpentine Column and Column of Constantine.

Basilica Cistern

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
The Basilica Cistern, an ancient underground water reservoir in Istanbul, features stunning columns and a mysterious ambiance, reflecting the city's rich history and architectural brilliance. A must-visit marvel.

Location

Activity location

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    Sultanahmet District
    • 34122, Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Galata Tower
    • 34421, Bereketzade, İstanbul, Turkiye
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    German Fountain
    • At Meydanı Caddesi
    • 34122, Binbirdirek, İstanbul, Turkiye

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