Our Private excursions are on V.I.P standarts and more reasonable than cruise company excursions rate, which are designed for the larger groups. Our driver and guide are never the same person, We are giving you a profesional tour guide and a profesional driver.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Your guide will meet you at the arrival’s gate of Istanbul port with a sign your name is written on it , Then You will start to tour with a professional local tour guide who is licienced by the tourism ministry. The tour will make you experience the marvels of Istanbul, Tour contains one of the most famous architectural creations in history, such as Hagia Sophia and the Hippodrome and Blue Mosque. This half-day Istanbul tour will take you to all the highlights of this magical city. The Hagia Sophia was originally built as an orthodox patriarchal basilica before being converted to a mosque and is an informative museum now. Famous specifically for its biggest dome in the world, it is often regarded as the essence of Byzantine architecture. As the largest cathedral in the world for over a thousand years, Hagia Sophia is an element of history that you will be amazed to attester.
Next step will be Hippodrome of Constantinople, which is a famous square in the city of Istanbul. During the reign of Emperor Constantine the Great around AD 324, the Hippodrome functioned as a circus and a site for other entertainment purposes. Today the area is officially called Sultan Ahmet Square and is an exciting and historical visit on the tour.
The Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, is the next stop on the tour. The culmination of two centuries of both Ottoman mosque and Byzantine church development makes this mosque overwhelming due to its size, brilliance, and majesty. Built in 1616, this mosque consists of a facade, interior, and general architecture that will amaze due to its vast size and overwhelming beauty.
The Grand Bazaar will be the last stop on your tour. The Grand Bazaar is one of the oldest and largest markets in the world and contains more than 4,000 shops over an area that consists of 61 streets. Inside the walled city of Istanbul, during your Grand Bazaar tour, shop and enjoy the Turkish culture that this market has to offer.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Half Day Byzantine and Ottoman Marvels lasts about 1–4 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
Prices start at $160 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:30 AM, 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, and 9:30 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Harbour Suites Old City, Atlantis Royal Hotel.
The experience is available in EN, FR, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Private Tours of Turkey.
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Ive done this tour last month with this agency. Really would like to thank to ms ozlem, our guide and mr Necdet Who helped us at the time of booking. The guide was very kind & informative. She took us to the sirkeci area to arrange local lunch for us which was unforgottable. Really appreciate their effort. Thanks for memorable day!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Day Byzantine and Ottoman Marvels | 1–4 hours | 5.0 (1) | $160 | |
 Full Day Tour in Istanbul to Byzantine and Ottoman Relics | 1–12 hours | — | $105 | View |
 Half-Day Morning Walking Tour of Byzantine Relics in Istanbul | 4 hours | 4.9 (11) | $40 | View |
 Half day Fener-Balat Walking Tour in Istanbul | 3 hours | 5.0 (393) | $19 | View |
 Istanbul Half-Day Private Old City Tour with Optional Tickets | 3–4 hours | 5.0 (22) | $75 | View |
 Byzantine and Ottoman Historic Peninsula Tour | 4 hours | — | $675 | View |
 3 Days Private Istanbul Tour Including Ottoman and Byzantine Sites | 3 days | 5.0 (3) | $701 | View |