Private Guided "Energy of Istanbul-Skip the Ticket Line" Tour

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   Blue Mosque

   We visit the one of the most beautiful Ottoman mosques decorated with 4 centuries old blue Iznik tiles.

   40 minutes•Admission free•See on map

2. 2

   Hippodrome

   We visit the surviving monuments of the Hippodrome of Constantinople where the Roman chariots used to race, a stadium of the time which was bigger than any soccer stadium of today. It's capacity was a 100000 people at the time that the city's population was 400000.

   15 minutes•Admission free•See on map

3. 3

   Topkapi Palace

   THIS IS AN OPTION. IN MOST DAYS VISITING THE TOPKAPI PALACE IS SKIPPED. A valuable visit to understand the Ottoman history, to their 4 century serving, traditional palace which consist of the exhibition halls of the Ottoman jewels, ceremonial weapons, clocks, kitchen ware etc. A highlight in the old town.

   1h 30m•Admission not included•See on map

4. 4

   Hagia Sophia

   Ayasofya (Hagia Sophia), one of the oldest and the greatest houses of worship. We visit the visiting part of the church/mosque of the Romans and the Ottomans. 6th century built by the Byzantine emperor Justinian. A marvel of architecture.

   50 minutes•Admission not included•See on map

5. 5

   Basilica Cistern

   We visit the 6th century built spectacular water reservoir of the Romans. A real proof of the advanced Roman architecture with its 336 ancient columns which looks like a sunken palace.

   50 minutes•Admission not included•See on map

6. 6

   Grand Bazaar

   You experience the oriental way of shopping in the oldest and the biggest indoor shopping mall of Europe with an age of nearly 6 centuries, shops of 4000 and entrance/exit gates of 21. The famous bizarre bazaar!

   1 hour•Admission free•See on map

7. 7

   Viaport Marina

   In a convenient time of the day, we have a lunch break and it will be the time to experience the great Turkish cuisine in either of the two great restaurants Deraliye or Galeyan or simple cafeteria lunch at the Pudding Shop.

   1 hour•Admission free•See on map

Meeting point

German Fountain, Hippodrome, Sultanahmet area, old city. In the pick up point I will hold a sign with the travelers' name.

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Pickup

• Pickup, or meet at the start point
• 1313 hotels are served
• The operator contacts you to arrange pickup
• Pickup begins 30 min before departure

Know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Not recommended for travelers with wheel chair or serious walking difficulties
• 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.

• Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe