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Private Tour to Historical Peninsula in Istanbul

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About this activity

This tour consists of 5 main must-see spots of Historical Penisula: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Topkapı Palace, and Basilica Cistern. Except for Hagia Sophia (since it is an actively used Mosque), you will have a priority entrance with me to skip the line for these spots. History, Culture & Architectural History-based old city tour in a sincere way from a professional and passionate tour guide. Tour guides have free entrance to all of the spots.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Tour Guide Service

    Not included

    • Lunch
    • In case of transportation use
    • Topkapı Palace Entrance fee: 2000 Turkish Liras (52$)
    • Basilica Cistern Entrance Fee 1300 TL (33 dollars)
    • Hagia Sophia Entrance 25 euros per person

    Itinerary

    1. A living masterpiece of a transition sample from the Roman Era to the Byzantine Age will be seen in the way of conversion and preservation by the Ottoman Turks. 15-century-old church of Orthodox Christianity mosaics will be seen underneath the first dome constructed over a basilica rectangular plan.

      1 hourAdmission free

    2. Blue Mosque

      An architectural sample of the classical period of the Ottoman Empire and its History brief. The reason for the Blue name of the mosque in interior design tiles and hand drawings.

      30 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    3. Hippodrome

      An Egyptian obelisk from Karnak Temple and its basement will tell us all its story starting from the 15th century BC of Egypt to the 4th century AD of the Roman Empire. The serpent Column and Hippodrome itself are in an open-air area.

      30 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    4. Viaport Marina

      Lunch Break here or somewhere close to the tour area.

      1 hourAdmission freeSee on map

    5. Topkapi Palace

      Four hundred years home to Ottoman Empire Families, Topkapı Palace sections will be visited by hearing the stories and seeing the life, management, and ceremony heritage.

      2h 30mAdmission not includedSee on map

    6. Basilica Cistern

      One of the biggest underground water storage in the Walls of Constantinople. Upside-down Marble Medusa Head: A giant sample of the Pagan Era. Water supply management of Romans from 5-6th century.

      30 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

    Meeting point

    We meet in front of the German Fountain.

    The map shows Istanbul. The exact meeting point is the address above.Open larger map

    Pickup

    • Pickup, or meet at the start point
    • 3 hotels are served
    • You can request another pickup address
    • 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
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • 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%
    • Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe
    Supplied by
    Istanbul Tour Guide İbrahim Karlıdağ
    Product code
    414195P1

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