Private Istanbul Discovery Tour: Experience the Best of the City Without the Crowds

Escape the crowds and explore the best of Istanbul on a private discovery tour. With a knowledgeable guide, experience the city’s highlights and hidden gems in a personalized and exclusive way.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Topkapi Palace - Topkapı Palace is located on Sarayburnu and reflects the Ottoman Empires glory. While your guide gives you interesting informations about the palace life you can also enjoy the terrific view of Bosphorus and Golden Horn. Your visit will be enhanced with Harem section and holly treasures exibition hall.

P.S. Topkapı Palace is closed on Thuesdays. We will visit Dolmabahce Palace instead.

  • Hagia Sophia Mosque - Hagia Sophia is one of the most visited place in Turkey. Its significance is hard to explain with simple words. Hagia Sophia standed as the largest interior construction for almost thousand year. It is accepted as a sacred place both for Muslims and Christians. You will enjoy the every detail of this gorgeous place.
  • Hippodrome - Sultanahmet Square or the Hippodrome of Constantinople is a square in Istanbul, Turkey. Previously, it was a circus that was the sporting and social centre of Constantinople, capital of the Byzantine Empire.
    Horse racing and chariot racing were popular pastimes in the ancient world and hippodromes were common features of Greek cities in the Hellenistic, Roman and Byzantine eras.
    The hippodrome was filled with statues of gods, emperors, animals, and heroes, among them some famous works which can be seen today, such as Serpent Column, Obelisk of Thutmose III and Walled Obelisk.
  • Blue Mosque - The Blue Mosque in Istanbul, also known by its official name, the Sultan Ahmed Mosque is an Ottoman-era historical imperial mosque. The Blue Mosque was included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site list in 1985 under the name of “Historic Areas of Istanbul”. Hand-painted blue tiles adorn the mosque’s interior walls, and at night the mosque is bathed in blue as lights frame the mosque’s five main domes, six minarets and eight secondary domes.
  • Basilica Cistern - One of the most pictures historical site in Istanbul is Basilica Cistern. It is a must if you visit Istanbul
  • Grand Bazaar - Wonder around the authentich Grand Bazaar with the safe guidence of your tour guide.
What's Included
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Licensed Professional Tour Guide
What's Not Included
  • All Personal Expenses
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Museum Entrances
  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Discover the charm of Istanbul’s Old City with our exclusive private walking tour. Dive into the rich history and lively culture of this ancient city, led by our experienced guides who speak your preferred language. By not including museum tickets, we provide you with the ultimate flexibility to customize your day based on your interests and preferences. Meet your guide and set off on a tailored journey through Istanbul’s iconic landmarks and hidden treasures, crafting memories that will last forever. Seize the opportunity to make your day in Istanbul truly memorable with our custom private walking tour experience.

Location
German Fountain
At Meydanı Caddesi
If you are accomadating in Sultanahmet area your guide can meet with you at your hotles's loby. Otherwise you need to meet with your guide near German Fountain at Sultanahmet Square.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Alberto_a
Oct 22, 2023
Fabulous - The tour was fenomenal. Our tour guide Mohammed was very knowledgeable and patient. He went above and beyond to make sure we accomplished our planned schedule. I recommend this private tour.
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