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ALL INCLUSIVE Istanbul Private 8 hours Tour with Lunch, entrances

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About this activity

All inclusive private Istanbul tour will take you to the highlights of Istanbul. This private tour is suitable for cruisers and for the hoteliers who have limited time in the city

Highlights

    What's included

    • Entrance Fees (Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip lines)
    • GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
    • Private transportation with A/C vehicles
    • Traditional Turkish Lunch at famous Pudding Shop Restaurant
    • Professional English Speaking tour guide
    • Local taxes
    • Parking fees

    Not included

    • Drinks
    • Tips to guide and driver (gratitudes)

    Itinerary

    1. Your private guide will meet you at Istanbul port with a sign written “ Your Name “ on it, Or at your hotel lobby ( Listed hotels only )

      Start to visit Istanbul The only city in the world located on two continents is Istanbul, which has been the capital of three great empires – Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman – for more than 2000 years.

      10 minutesAdmission free

    2. Hippodrome

      Our tour starts with Hippodrome Square where used to take place for chariot races and the Byzantine riots during Roman & Byzantine period.

      30 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    3. Blue Mosque

      Then, Blue Mosque,

      Then, Blue Mosque, has its fame from its beautiful blue Iznik tiles.

      30 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    4. Topkapi Palace

      We will continue walking to Topkapi Palace,

      We will continue walking to Topkapi Palace, was not only the residence of the Ottoman sultans, but also the administrative and educational center of the state. It was constructed between 1460 and 1478 by Sultan Mehmed II, the conqueror of Constantinople. We will visit the Topkapi Palace including weapons section.

      2 hoursAdmission includedSee on map

    5. Hagia Sophia

      Only a short walk away, reaches Hagia Sophia built in 532 AD by Roman Emperor Justinian I.

      1 hourAdmission includedSee on map

    6. Viaport Marina

      We will have lunch in famous Puding shop restaurant in old city

      1 hourAdmission includedSee on map

    7. After that, we will visit Grand Bazaar where

      After that, we will visit Grand Bazaar where is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with more than 58 covered streets and over 1,200 shops which attract between 250,000 and 400,000 visitors daily. Opened in 1461, it is well known for its jewelry, pottery, spice, and carpet shops.

      1 hourAdmission free

    8. Drive back to the port or to your hotel .The end of our services.

      30 minutesAdmission free

    Meeting point

    Pick up from listed Hotels in Istanbul Europen Side and Istanbul Cruise Terminal for cruise guests. Suggested pick up time will be given on your confirmation message. Please note that we can only pick our guests from selected hotels due to traffic issues.

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    Pickup

    • Pickup, or meet at the start point
    • 12 hotels are served
    • The operator contacts you to arrange pickup
    • Pickup begins 15 min before departure

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • 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
    • In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited. On Tuesdays : Topkapi Palace replaced by Underground Cistern, On Sundays: Grand Bazaar will be replaced by Spice Market. Grand Bazaar on religious holidays will be replaced by Arasta Bazaar. On Fridays: Blue Mosque is open from 14.30 to 16.30
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking

    Cancellation and refunds

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
    Supplied by
    Ephesus Shuttle Private & Small Group Tours
    Product code
    75148P24

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