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Best of Istanbul: Half-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour

By Guided Istanbul Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥42,790 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Experience the best of Istanbul on this private half-day highlights tour. Begin in Sultanahmet Square, the former Hippodrome of Constantinople, and discover its ancient monuments, including the Obelisk of Theodosius and the Serpent Column.

Step inside the iconic Blue Mosque, famed for its six minarets and stunning blue tiles, then explore the magnificent Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture that has stood as cathedral, mosque, and museum through the ages.

Continue to the bustling Grand Bazaar, where your guide will introduce you to Turkish trade traditions and local artisans. Then, take in the rich scents and colors of the Spice Market, a sensory haven of spices and delights.

Your tour ends in Eminönü Square, with a view of the Galata Tower—leaving you with lasting impressions of Istanbul’s vibrant history and culture.

Activity location

  • Hippodrome
    • Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet ParkI No:2,
    • Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • German Fountain
    • At Meydanı Caddesi
    • 34122, Binbirdirek, İstanbul, Turkiye

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Best of Istanbul Half-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour
  • Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes4h 30m
    4h 30m
  • English
Price details
￥38,355 x 1 Adult￥38,355
Paid at activity￥4,435
Total
Price is ￥42,790
Half-Day Tour With Van
  • Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes4h 30m
    4h 30m
  • English

Private Air Conditioned Van
Pickup included

Price details
￥69,039 x 1 Adult￥69,039
Paid at activity￥4,435
Total
Price is ￥73,474
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private Licensed Tour Guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private Experience
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Skip-the-line Priority
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transportation (if option not selected)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Admission - Hagia Sophia
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuity

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Hippodrome
  • 30m
Begin your journey at the legendary Hippodrome of Constantinople, once the vibrant center of Byzantine public life. Discover how this grand arena served as both a cultural stage and a political battleground for centuries. Marvel at the ancient Obelisk and the mysterious Serpent Column, two iconic relics of the past. As you explore their rich histories—from sacred rituals to imperial symbolism—uncover the timeless stories that continue to shape the soul of Istanbul’s historic heart.
Blue Mosque
  • 45m
Take in the breathtaking beauty of the Blue Mosque, renowned for its six soaring minarets and the mesmerizing blue İznik tiles that adorn its interior. This architectural masterpiece blends grandeur and serenity, offering a glimpse into the artistic and spiritual legacy of Ottoman Istanbul.
The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, Istanbul
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included
Step into the awe-inspiring Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture that has stood at the crossroads of empires for over 1,500 years. With your guide, explore its magnificent domes, mosaics, and rich layers of history that reflect its transformation from cathedral to mosque to museum—and now, once again, a place of worship.
Kapali Carsi
  • 1h
Wander through the vibrant maze of the Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets, as you uncover the rich tapestry of Turkish trade, craftsmanship, and centuries-old traditions woven into every corner.
Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
  • 30m
Immerse yourself in the kaleidoscope of colours and intoxicating aromas of the Spice Market, where every stall tells a story of exotic flavors, ancient trade routes, and Istanbul’s culinary heritage.
Eminonu Square (Pass by)
End the tour in Eminönü meydanı with a view of the distinctive Galata Tower.

Location

Activity location

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    Hippodrome
    • Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet ParkI No:2,
    • Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    German Fountain
    • At Meydanı Caddesi
    • 34122, Binbirdirek, İstanbul, Turkiye

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