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Please note that:: Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays. Topakapı Palace Museum is closed on Tuesdays and we visit Dolmabahce Palace
Istanbul Highlights: Istanbul Highlights: Hagia Sophia, Bluemosque, Topkapı Palace, Basilica Cistern ,Bosphorus Tour *Dolmabahce Palace on Tuesdays

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Highlights

Local istanbul experience with a professional licensed tour guide!
With this experince you will see the city from a different window and you will not be same as before.
Firstly we start the day at Sultanahmet area and visit the Hagia Sophia and Bluemosque. After that we will visit the Topkapı Palace. You will listen to different histories about Roman and Ottoman Empires.
Then free time for lunch, we will go Bosphorus tour (on a public bosphorus boat) to see marvellous istanbul from the sea.for 90 minutes.
These are only starters, you will have the main course on the tour :-)
What we will see in this tour:
Hagia Sophia
Bluemosque
Hippodrome
Basilica Cistern
Grand Bazaar (Closed on Sundays)
Topkapi Palace
Bosphrous cruise (90 minutes -(public bosphorus boat)


Private tour option is also available. Check details.
If you are arriving to Galataport (Cruise terminal) it is easy to reach to meeting by tram in 20 minutes

Itinerary

  • Blue Mosque

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Known as the Sultan Ahmet Camii (or Sultan Ahmed Mosque), this breath-taking building is one of the most majestic Ottoman mosques in all of Turkey. *** Please note that there isn't any priority entrance for the guides at the mosques. We skip the lines at the museums*** Don't trust who can do that!
  • Hippodrome

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Hippodrome of Constantinople, located in Sultanahmet/Istanbul, was a public arena mainly for chariot races. The word hippodrome comes from the Greek hippos (horse) and dromos (way). The Hippodrome of Constantinople was also home to gladiatorial games, official ceremonies, celebrations, protests, torture to the convicts and so on. Hippodrome functioned all in Roman (203-330 CE), Byzantine (330-1453 CE), and Ottoman (1453-1922) periods.
  • Hagia Sophia Mosque

    40 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque / Ayasofya-i Kebir Cami-i Şerifi, with its innovative architecture, rich history, religious significance and extraordinary characteristics has been fighting against time for centuries, was the largest Eastern Roman Church in Istanbul. Constructed three times in the same location, it is the world’s oldest and fastest-completed cathedral. With its breathtaking domes that look like hanging in the air, monolithic marble columns and unparalleled mosaics, is one of the wonders of world’s architecture history. The sheer dazzling beauty of mosque with its magnificent play on space, light, and color provokes worship in the believer! Hagia Sophia pose on the ground of the first hill of Istanbul, precisely at the tip of the historic peninsula, surrounded by the Sea of Marmara, the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn on three sides. *** Please note that there are 2 lines one for buying tickets with cards and if you bring cash we can skip the tickets line to go in***
  • Topkapi Palace

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    it served as the main residence and administrative headquarters of the Ottoman sultans: Topkapı Palace and Harem (Topkapı Sarayı) are likely to have more colourful stories than most of the world's museums put together. Libidinous sultans, ambitious courtiers, beautiful concubines and scheming eunuchs lived and worked here between the 15th and 19th centuries when it was the court of the Ottoman empire. A visit to the palace's opulent pavilions, jewel-filled Treasury and sprawling Harem gives a fascinating glimpse into their lives. *** Please note that to see all palace takes one full day that's why we spend our time to see main highlights according to your desire. *** We skip the lines here as this is a museum and guides can have priority.***
  • Basilica Cistern

    45 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    This subterranean structure was commissioned by Emperor Justinian and built in 532. The largest surviving Byzantine cistern in İstanbul, it was constructed using 336 columns, many of which were salvaged from ruined temples and feature fine carved capitals. Its symmetry and sheer grandeur of conception are quite breathtaking, and its cavernous depths make a great retreat on summer days. *** We skip the lines here as this is a museum and guides can have priority.***
  • Grand Bazaar

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Istanbul's Grand Bazaar (Kapalıçarşı in Turkish) is one of the world's greatest shopping destinations and, spanning 30,700 square meters, the largest covered market in the entire world.
  • Bosphorus Strait

    1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    We will do a bosphorus cruise on a public boat for 90 minutes. Bosphorus is worth to visit not only for business but also for recreation and eye appeal. Alongside the Strait on both continents, there are exceptionally attractive views of Ottoman architecture created by manor houses and palaces. Most of the tourist attractions also have some kind of this magnificent scenery.
  • Dolmabahce Palace(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    ***ONLY ON TUESDAYS WE DO VISIT ***Dolmabahce Palace built in 19 th century is one of the most glamorous palaces in the world. It was the administrative center of the late Ottoman Empire with the last of Ottoman Sultans was residing there.
  • Ortakoy Mosque(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Located just before the Bosphorus Bridge, the Ortaköy Camii, Turkey (Ortaköy Mosque Turkey) has to have one of the most picturesque settings of all of the Istanbul mosques. Indeed, Ortaköy Mosque photos, with the bridge in the background are often used to demonstrate that particular Istanbul juxtaposition of traditional and modern.
  • Rumeli Fortress(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Rumeli Castle (Rumeli Hisarı) is an Ottoman fortress dating to 1452. It was built by Ottoman sultan Mehmed II (Mehmed the Conqueror) in preparation for the conquest of Constantinople. The castle is situated on the shore of the Bosphorus Strait at its narrowest point with approximately 660 meters. It is just opposite of Anadolu Castle (Anadolu Hisarı) which is another Ottoman castle built-in 1394 by Bayezid I. Both Anadolu Castle and Rumeli Castle were built by Ottoman sultans in order to prevent military and economic aid to the Byzantine Empire coming from the north, Black Sea. Thus, the Bosphorus strait connects the Black Sea with the Marmara Sea.
  • Kucuksu Pavilion(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    This attractive part of the İstanbul strait on the Asian shore is mentioned by Byzantine historians, and in Ottoman times became one of the imperial parks known as Kandil Bahçesi (Lantern Garden). Sultan Murad IV (1623-1640) was particularly fond of Küçüksu and gave it the name Gümüş Selvi (Silver Cypress), and in several sources from the l7th century onwards the name Bağçe-i Göksu is used. During the reign of Mahmud I (1730- 1754) Divittar Mehmed Paşa built a two storey timber palace on the waterfront here which continued to be used by Selim III (1789-1807) and Mahmud II (1808-1839).
  • Beylerbeyi Palace(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Described by some as a miniature Dolmabahce Palace but without the crowds, the Beylerbeyi Sarayı (Beylerbeyi Palace) was commissioned by Sultan Abdülaziz to act as an imperial summer residence. With 24 rooms, 6 halls, and a hamam, it would have been quite the summer home and was also used to entertain visiting dignitaries.
  • Galata Tower(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Also known as the Galata Kulesi Museum, an iconic symbol situated in the Galata quarter of İstanbul, Türkiye. Considered among the oldest towers in the world and one of the symbols of İstanbul, Galata Tower (Galata Kulesi) was included in the UNESCO World Heritage Temporary List in 2013. Galata Tower, one of the most important structures that make up the silhouette of İstanbul, was used as a long-term fire watchtower and was named Galata Fire Tower.
  • Anadolu Hisari Fort(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Constructed under the edict of the ottoman emperor, yildirim bayezid, in beykoz district today to facilitate to istanbul’s conquer, the anatolian fortress is one of the pieces that greatly contributes to the charming silhouette of istanbul.

What's included

INCLUDED

Professional Guidance in English

NOT INCLUDED

Pick up and drop off from the hotels are not included.
Topkapı Palace Museum entrance ticket is extra which exactly 50 USD pp
Lunch
On Tuesdays Dolmabahce Palace entrance ticket is extra which is exactly 40 USD pp cash please
Basilica Cistern ticket is excluded (30 USD pp) Cash please
Bosphorus tour ticket is excluded (10 USD pp)cash please
Gratuities
The entrance fee for Hagia Sophia is 30 USD pp) cash please

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The Istanbul Must See tour receives high praise for its knowledgeable and friendly guides, particularly Ludwig and Lutfullah, who enhance the experience with their historical insights and flexibility. Customers appreciate the well-planned itinerary covering major landmarks and the Bosphorus cruise, with highlights including the Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace. The tour's adaptability to individual interests and efficient management of entry queues are also noted, making it highly recommended for a comprehensive and enjoyable Istanbul visit.
6 days ago
Karina.Family (with young kids)

Excellent . Our kids are 10 and 8 and our guide was really patient and got them involved in the whole tour. He was flexible with what we wanted to see and do . Of course very educational as well. Will highly recommend.

3 months ago
Adrian.Business Traveller

Friendly and knowledgeable guide. Saw all the best sites! Good history lesson!

Additional information

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN ALL DAY WALKING TOUR. Bring your walking shoes with you.
Rules for the mosques: men can wear shorts but it should be under knees. If not at Bluemosque they provide covers for the legs for free but at Hagia Sophia they charge 4 USD for covers. For women: they should cover hairs, legs and shoulders. Free covers available at Bluemosque but at Hagia sophia they charge 4 USD.
**You can skip any of the place; but if you book the group tour you have to wait us until we visit .***
***If you pick up the early timings we don't wait at the mosque lines a lot. (recommended)***
*** Please note that there isn't any priority entrance with the guides at the mosques.***
On Tuesdays Dolmabahce Palace entrance ticket is extra which is exactly 40 USD pp cash please
***HOW YOU CAN REACH TO MEETING POINT? From the cruise terminal (GALATAPORT) by tram (public transportation) you can take the tram and it takes maximum 30 minutes. The tram stop TOPHANE is 10 mins. away from the port. When you exit from the port turn to the left direction and you will see the stop TOPHANE. Take the tram to BAĞCILAR direction and get off at SULTANAHMET stop. From there walk to the German Fountain (Alman Çeşmesi in Turkish) in 1 min. For tram you can use your master or visa contacless credit cards (No amex). No need to buy a travel card.
*** For the museum tickets: you don’t need to buy them online. We will go to the guide kiosks to buy them together.
During the winter times, we may not able to do the Bosphorus boat the trip because of the bad weather conditions.

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