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Private Edirne Day Trip from Istanbul with Selimiye Mosque
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Discover Edirne on a private day trip from Istanbul and explore one of Turkey’s most historically significant Ottoman cities with your own professional guide. Travel comfortably from your hotel and visit the city’s essential landmarks, including the UNESCO-listed Selimiye Mosque, historic Ottoman mosques and bazaars, Edirne Grand Synagogue, Bulgarian Church of Sweti George, Meric Bridge, and more. What makes this tour special is the depth and variety of the experience. In a single day, you’ll discover Edirne’s Ottoman architecture, multicultural heritage, religious landmarks, local history, and lesser-known sites that many visitors to Turkey never get the chance to see. With a private guide, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a flexible itinerary, this Edirne day tour offers a comfortable and personalized alternative to standard group excursions from Istanbul—ideal for travelers who want to go beyond Istanbul and experience the former Ottoman capital in greater depth.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $730.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 10.
One of Edirne’s historic Orthodox churches, reflecting the city's multicultural past with its elegant architecture and long-standing connection to the Bulgarian Orthodox community.
Selimiye Mosque is the masterpiece of the Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan, renowned for its magnificent dome, elegant minarets, and status as one of Türkiye’s finest examples of classical Ottoman architecture.
Üç Şerefeli Mosque is a landmark of early Ottoman architecture, famous for its four distinctive minarets and the first mosque in the empire to feature a large central dome.
Ali Pasha Bazaar, also known as the Grand Bazaar of Edirne, is a historic covered market designed by Mimar Sinan, where visitors can browse traditional shops offering local crafts, sweets, and regional products.
A striking example of Ottoman architecture, built in 1561 by Mimar Sinan.
The largest synagogue in the Balkans, originally built in 1907 and meticulously restored. It stands as a powerful symbol of Edirne’s once-thriving Jewish community and multicultural past.
An elegant 19th-century Ottoman stone bridge spanning the Meric River, offering scenic views and standing as one of Edirne’s most iconic historic landmarks.
Your private guide and the driver will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Private Edirne Day Trip from Istanbul with Selimiye Mosque lasts about 11–12 hours. The itinerary has 10 stops.
Prices start at $410 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $730. 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 7:00 AM, 7:30 AM, 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, and 9:00 AM.
Children aged 3–6 pay nothing, adults from $410. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Your private guide and the driver will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel. Pickup points include Harbour Suites Old City, Atlantis Royal Hotel.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Edirne Day Trip from Istanbul with Selimiye Mosque | 11–12 hours | 5.0 (1) | $410 | |
 Private Tour to Baha'i House Edirne From Istanbul | 8–9 hours | — | $853 | View |
 Short Break to the Turkey's Western Gate, Edirne | 10 hours | 5.0 (5) | $682 | View |
 Cappadocia Green Tour: Plus Derinkuyu Selimiye and Ihlara Hike | 6–7 hours | — | $74 | View |
 Private Edirne Day Trip from Istanbul | 11 hours | 5.0 (2) | $341 | View |
 Private Transfer from Içmeler, Turunç, Selimiye hotels to Dalaman Airport (DLM) | 1 hour | — | $132 | View |
 Private Transfer from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Içmeler, Turunç, Selimiye | 1 hour | — | $132 | View |
Old Train Station, a nostalgic architectural gem that once connected Edirne with Europe and Anatolia.
Lausanne Monument and Square commemorates the signing of the Treaty of Lausanne and symbolizes Turkiye’s independence, featuring a striking monument surrounded by one of Edirne’s most important public squares.
A remarkable 15th-century complex that once served as a hospital, medical school, and charitable center.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Your own group can be up to 12 people on one booking; no other travellers join.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Guided Istanbul Tours.