Istanbul: Full-Day Small Group City Highlights Tour
ID: GYG203017-315793
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Explore some of Istanbul’s most visited places such as the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the Hippodrome and the Grand Bazaar. Enjoy a personalized full-day experience with a knowledgeable guide on this customized small group tour.
Start your day of adventure with pickup from your hotel. Hop in to your air-conditioned vehicle and set off on your journey to see Istanbul’s greatest landmarks. See the incredible Hagia Sophia, one of the greatest architectural monuments in the country, and the largest cathedral in the world at one point in history. Then visit the Blue Mosque, and be amazed by the 20,000 blue tiles that adorn this stunning structure.
Continue to the Hippodrome of Constantinople. Discover the fascinating history of a building that once hosted chariot races and large political events. Inside the Hippodrome you will see the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpent Column, and the German Fountain. Continue on to Topkapi Palace, and extraordinary place that was once the center of the Ottoman Empire.
Explore the rooms of the palace, exhibiting rich collections of porcelain, robes, weapons, shields, armor, Ottoman miniatures, Islamic manuscripts, and jewelry. Lastly, enjoy a visit to the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest covered markets in the world with more than 60 streets and 5,000 shops. Here you will find clothing, rugs, antiques, jewelry, fabric, and more. Your tour concludes with a relaxing drive back to your accommodation.
Highlights
- Enjoy a personalized experience on a small group tour
- Relax with transportation in a luxury air-conditioned minibus
- Learn the history of Istanbul from your local guide
- Benefit from skip-the-line entry tickets
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please wear comfortable clothes
• It is recommended that you bring your camera
• Hagia Sophia is closed on Mondays and will be replaced with the Basilica Cistern
• Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays and will be replaced with the Archaeological Museum
• Blue Mosque is closed on Fridays until 2:00 PM (you will only visit from the garden at this time)
• Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and will be replaced with Arasta Bazaar
All required protective equipment is provided
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Your centrally located Istanbul hotel.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
