Top Sites Of Istanbul - Private Full or Half Day

Top Sites Of Istanbul - Private Full or Half Day

The “Highlights of Istanbul” private tour is an excellent option for those visiting the city for the first time. This half or full-day private tour will allow you to discover the majesty and historical significance of Istanbul by visiting all of the must-see tourist spots and more. We take pride in our tour being conducted in a professional and engaging manner.

Please note, all sites are in walking distance, and it is not permitted to enter via private vehicle, which is why we will be utilizing public transportation or taxi to access the old city. Our team of experienced tour guides will ensure your comfort and convenience throughout the entire journey. Join us for a memorable experience exploring one of the world’s most captivating cities.

You can request a private vehicle on booking form.

Duration

4 hours or 6 hours, depending on your preference.

Departure

“You may choose any time to commence between 8 am and 3 pm.”

Meeting Point

Our guide can meet you at your preferred location, be it your hotel, Airbnb, pier, or any other desired spot in the old city center.

Half Day Tour - 4 Hours

 Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Hippodrome and Grand Bazaar

 

Full Day Tour - 6 or 7 Hours

 Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Hippodrome and Grand Bazaar + either Topkapi Palace ( closed on Tuesdays ) or Bosphorus boat tour

Tour Price Half Day

 

-1 person x 175 Euros pp
-2 people x 100 Euros pp
-3 people x 80 Euros pp
-4 people x 70   Euros pp

We offer customized pricing for larger groups. 

 

Our pricing includes guiding by licensed expert tour guide, public transportation, or taxi fees from your hotel in the city center. Entry fee of Cistern is 600 TL per person and Hagia Sophia is 25 Euros pp is not included with the price.

Tour Price Full Day with Topkapi Palace or Boat Tour

 

-1 person x 220 Euros pp  
-2 people x 125 Euros pp 
-3 people x 100 Euros pp 
-4 people x 90 Euros pp  

 

Our pricing includes guiding by licensed expert tour guide, public transportation, or taxi fees from your hotel in the city center. Entry fee of Cistern is 600 TL per person, 1500 TL for Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia is 25 Euros pp is not included with the price. ( you can have boat tour instead of Palace and fee will be additional 8 Euros per person )

Please Note

  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and will be replaced with Spice Bazaar. Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays.

  • This tour involves entering Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Ladies and gentlemen are required to dress appropriately by covering their shoulders and ensure coverage past their knees. Ladies will need to cover their heads. Please have a scarf with you and they also sell in Hagia Sophia with the price of 5 USD

  • We have right the skip the lines at Basilica Cistern but none has priority to skip the lines at the mosques
  • Entry fee of Cistern is 600 TL, Hagia Sophia is 25 Euros ( can be paid with credit card there )
  • Full day tour prices includes entry fee of Topkapi Palace ( 1500 TL per person ) or either bosphorus boat tour  depending on your choice.

What is Included

  • Licenced tour guiding
  • Entrance fee of Cistern ( Hagia Sophia is free it may change soon and entry fee will be added to the tour price )
  • Tea or Turkish Coffee
  • For full days either the entry fee of Palace or Bosphorus boat tour 

What is not Included

  • Foods and drinks 
  • Tipping tour guide
  • Personal expenses

Booking Request

    Your guide can greet you at your centrally located hotel or port of arrival. Transportation to the old city will be provided by public transport or taxi.

    We suggest exploring the old city on foot, tram since most of the sites are within walking distance, and please note that private vehicles are not allowed in the old city. However, if you require a private vehicle, we can arrange one for you upon request with an extra fee. Thank you for your understanding.

    This tour is privately tailored for you, giving you the freedom to take breaks whenever you’d like.

    Guests are able to bypass the ticket lines at the Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia ( Topkapi Palace in full day tours) However, it is important to note that there are no special privileges for skipping lines at the Blue Mosque or other mosques. Thank you for your understanding.