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Istanbul Mini Group Shore Trip with Private Option - Skip the line in Topkapi Palace & St. Sophia


NO HIDDEN COSTS : Historical tour of Istanbul includes Highlights in Old city. Explore Istanbul with a small group tour max. 12 pax Our small group tour includes Ancient Hippodrome, Blue mosque, Topkapi palace, St. Sophia, Islamic Art Museum and Grand ba

Istanbul Mini Group Shore Trip with Private Option - Skip the line in Topkapi Palace & St. Sophia

7 hours

Moderate


Istanbul Mini Group Shore Trip with Private Option-Skip the line
Our small group tour includes Ancient Hippodrome, Blue mosque, Topkapi palace, St. Sophia,and Grand bazaar.
Professional Licenced Tour guide and A/C transportation are included.

Your private guide will meet you at Istanbul port or hotel with a sign written  “ Your Name “  on it, 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.
Drive to  Hippodrome Square  where used to take place for chariot races and the Byzantine riots during Roman & Byzantine period. Only a short walk away, reaches  Hagia Sophia  ( Not allowed the guiding inside St. Sophia anymore. Every guests have to have own smart phones inside of St. Sophia . Application will be used inside ) and  Blue Mosque, has its fame from its beautiful blue Iznik tiles. 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.

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.

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

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

* Small group ensures personal service
* Informative, friendly and professional guide
* Small-group tour by minibus
* Option with Private Tour for your family


What's included?

    Professional Licenced Tour Guide
    Transport by A/C Mercedes Minibus
    All Taxes

    Exclusions

      Food and drinks
      Tips to your guide and driver
      Entrance fees to the sites and museums ( our guide will have prepaid tickets to skip the lines )

      Please note
      • Infant seats available
      • Children must be accompanied by an adult
      • A dress code is required to enter places of worship such as churches, monasteries, mosques, synagogues and selected museums. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. Shoes are not to be worn in mosques. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Not suitable for pets
      • Infants must not sit on laps
      • Not recommended for people with back problems
      • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
      • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
      • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
        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 public holidays. will be replaced by Arasta Bazaar. On Fridays: Blue Mosque is open from 14.30 to 16.30
      • Pick up from Your Hotel in Istanbul Europen Side and Istanbul Cruise Terminal for cruise guests. Suggested pick up time will be given on your confirmation message.
      What to bring

        Notes;
        a) Since all shore excursions involve some walking, we highly recommend that you wear comfortable low-heeled shoes and casual clothes.
        b) sun glasses and hats are recommended,
        c) Cameras are recommended,

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