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Full Day Private Customisable Old City Tour

By Nova Roma Travel
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$167 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

This tour offers you a private professional tour guide, and since it is a private experience, travellers can organise the programme as they wish, as long as they stay within the area. There is no obligation to enter all the sites listed in the itinerary. Guests are free to visit or skip any place they prefer. The guide will assist with purchasing tickets and help you save time at the “Guide Priority” ticket lines. If guests wish to add different spots to the itinerary, suggestions can be requested from the guide as long as the locations are not too far away. This tour provides a personalised and unique way to discover Istanbul, accompanied by a professional guide dedicated exclusively to you or your group.

Activity location

  • Hippodrome
    • Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet ParkI No:2,
    • Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Turkish & Islamic Arts Museum
    • 12 At Meydanı Caddesi
    • 34122, Binbirdirek, İstanbul, Türkiye

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Full Day Private Customisable Old City Tour

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00 AM
Price details
AU$167.42 x 1 AdultAU$167.42
Total
Price is AU$167.42
Until Wed, 27 May

With Hagia Sophia

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Hagia sophia

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00 AM
Price details
AU$223.23 x 1 AdultAU$223.23
Total
Price is AU$223.23
Until Wed, 27 May

With topkapı palace

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

topkapı palace

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00 AM
Price details
AU$272.06 x 1 AdultAU$272.06
Total
Price is AU$272.06
Until Wed, 27 May

With Topkapı & Hagia Sophia

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Topkapı palace & hagia sophia

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00 AM
Price details
AU$348.80 x 1 AdultAU$348.80
Total
Price is AU$348.80
Until Wed, 27 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Public transport
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Hippodrome

  • 30m
After the live commentary the guide will give free time for photos and a short break. Sultanahmet Square is located in Istanbul’s historic peninsula and is surrounded by significant structures from the Byzantine and Ottoman eras. In ancient times, this area was known as the Hippodrome and served as a venue for chariot races and other events. One of the square’s most remarkable monuments is the Obelisk of Theodosius, originally commissioned by Egyptian Pharaoh Thutmose III in the 15th century BCE. It was brought to Istanbul by Roman Emperor Theodosius I in 390 CE. Made of granite and decorated with Egyptian hieroglyphs, this obelisk is an ancient piece that has stood since the Byzantine period. Sultanahmet Square is a popular attraction for both locals and tourists, offering a rich historical atmosphere.

Blue Mosque

  • 45m
After the live commentary at Topkapi Palace, the guide will give free time for photos and a short break. The Sultanahmet Mosque, also known as the Blue Mosque, is located in Istanbul’s Sultanahmet district. It was built between 1609 and 1616 by Ottoman Sultan Ahmed I and designed by architect Sedefkar Mehmed Agha. The mosque is commonly called the "Blue Mosque" due to the blue Iznik tiles that adorn its interior. With six minarets and a striking dome structure, the Sultanahmet Mosque is one of the finest examples of classical Ottoman architecture. It serves both as a place of worship and as one of the city's most popular tourist attractions.

Hagia Sophia Mosque

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
After the live commentary the guide will give free time for photos and a short break. Hagia Sophia is one of Istanbul's most iconic structures and has served as a church, mosque, and museum throughout its history. It was originally built as a church by Emperor Justinian I in 537 AD. After the conquest of Istanbul in 1453, it was transformed into a mosque by Ottoman Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror and continued to function as such during the Ottoman period. In 1935, during the Republic of Turkey era, Ayasofia was converted into a museum, and it began serving again as a mosque in 2020. The structure is famous for its dome, massive mosaics, and rich decoration, showcasing elements of both Byzantine and Ottoman architecture. Ayasofia is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known worldwide for its architectural grandeur and historical significance. As a historical and artistic treasure that bridges different religions and cultures, Hagia Sophia is one of the most visited structures in Istanbul.

Sultanahmet Square

  • 1h
Lunch break for 1 hour

Topkapi Palace

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket not included
After the live commentary at Topkapi Palace, the guide will give free time for photos and a short break. Topkapi Palace is one of Istanbul's most significant historical structures and served as the administrative centre of the Ottoman Empire for over 400 years. Built in the 15th century by Fatih Sultan Mehmet, the palace was expanded over time with various additions. The palace is notable for its architecture, gardens, and exquisite details in its interiors. In addition to being the residence of Ottoman sultans, Topkapi Palace was a centre for important state documents and international relations. Today, Topkapi Palace is open to visitors as a museum, showcasing valuable artefacts, clothing, and sacred relics from the Ottoman period. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of Istanbul's most popular tourist attractions.

Grand Bazaar

  • 2h
The guide will tell the guests about the history of the Grand Bazaar and assist them with shopping. The Grand Bazaar (Kapalıçarşı) is one of the oldest and largest covered markets in Istanbul. Construction began in the 15th century under Fatih Sultan Mehmet and was expanded over time. With approximately 61 streets and over 4,000 shops, it offers a wide variety of products, including textiles, jewellery, ceramics, carpets, and souvenirs. The Grand Bazaar is not just a shopping centre; it is also a cultural and social meeting point. Visitors can enjoy traditional Turkish tea and sample local delicacies. Each year, millions of tourists visit the Grand Bazaar, making it one of Istanbul's most significant tourist attractions, renowned for its rich history and vibrant atmosphere.

Location

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    Hippodrome
    • Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet ParkI No:2,
    • Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Turkish & Islamic Arts Museum
    • 12 At Meydanı Caddesi
    • 34122, Binbirdirek, İstanbul, Turkiye

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