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Private Istanbul Old City Tour for Cruisers with Port Transfers

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Private Istanbul Old City Tour for Cruisers with Port Transfers

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At a glance

Duration: 6–7 hours
Price from: $103 / person
Rating: 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
Languages: EN, ES
Group: Private
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Hotel pickup: Available
Confirmation: Instant

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Description

Designed specifically for cruise passengers, this private Istanbul Old City tour combines expert guidance, flexible sightseeing, and a carefully planned on-time return to your ship. Meet your licensed guide at the cruise port and travel by tram whenever practical, avoiding heavy traffic and saving more time for Istanbul’s highlights. Customize the day around your interests, with options to visit Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the Basilica Cistern, Sultanahmet Square, and the Grand Bazaar. Your guide shares the stories of Byzantine and Ottoman Istanbul, helps you navigate ticket purchases with priority access where available, and accompanies you back to the port comfortably before reboarding time.

Tour Options

Private Istanbul Old City Tour for Cruisers with Port Transfers

Pickup included

Itinerary

5 min

Starting Point

Admission not included60 min

Hagia Sophia is an architectural masterpiece that reflects both Byzantine and Ottoman history. Its enormous dome, ancient mosaics, and Islamic calligraphy create a remarkable interior.

30 min

The Blue Mosque is a magnificent Ottoman mosque famous for its six minarets and elegant domes. Its interior is decorated with thousands of beautiful blue İznik tiles.

15 min

Sultanahmet Square occupies the site of Constantinople’s ancient Hippodrome. The spacious square features historic monuments such as the Obelisk of Theodosius and the Serpent Column.

Admission not included45 min

The Basilica Cistern is a vast underground water reservoir built during the Eastern Roman period. Its hundreds of marble columns and famous Medusa heads create a mysterious atmosphere.

Admission not included120 min

Topkapi Palace was the main residence and administrative centre of the Ottoman sultans for centuries. Today, visitors can explore its courtyards, imperial rooms, treasury, and historical collections.

60 min

The Grand Bazaar is one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets. Its lively streets contain numerous shops selling carpets, jewellery, ceramics, leather goods, and souvenirs.

5 min

Ending Point

Highlights

Public transportation
Private Tour
Professional Guide
Skip-the-line Access to Buy Tickets

What's included

Included

Public transportation

Private Tour

Professional Guide

Skip-the-line Access to Buy Tickets

Not included

Hagia Sophia (Tickets Available)

Basilica Cistern

Topkapi Palace (Tickets Available)

Meals & Drinks

Gratuity

Pickup Locations & Times

Your private guide will meet you at the cruise port (arrival hall) and accompany you by tram to Istanbul’s historic Old City.

Traveller Ratings

5.0

1 reviews

Important Information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Frequently asked questions

How long does this tour take?

Private Istanbul Old City Tour for Cruisers with Port Transfers lasts about 6–7 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.

How much does this tour cost?

Prices start at $103 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.

Can I cancel this tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. Your private guide will meet you at the cruise port (arrival hall) and accompany you by tram to Istanbul’s historic Old City. Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-o0AXGEKPN4wJ9sIG0RAn5OShZZx0g9ePurvEEUaahEcOAhyUrLdcUkbyzSiRJQjy.

What languages is this tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN, ES.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 12 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Reviews(1)

CBMAL

August 3, 2024

Magical cruise stop in Istanbul made possible by the best tour guide

Our group of 7 visited Istanbul with a cruise and only had a short amount of time (8-5) in port, we were lucky to have the best tour guide Ozzie to show us around and make us visit all the highlights. Ozzie is one of the best tour guides we've had in all our travels, it felt like touring with a friend. We learned and saw so much of this magical city. He went above and beyond in so many little ways (providing tram tickets, cutting the line at the attractions, changing our turkish liras into euros at the end,...) to make the whole day seamless and easy for us. I can't believe how much we managed to see in that short time, yet we never felt rushed and we got back to the cruise port with time to spare.

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