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Private Istanbul Old City and Shopping Tour
Activity Duration (8 to 12 hours)
Extreme
Hosted in English
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About
Private Istanbul Old City and Shopping Tour
What you'll do
Get a personal introduction to Istanbul's historic center with a private, 6-hour tour. Explore the city's most iconic sites and best shopping areas. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour to customize the day to your interests. With door-to-door transport from your hotel or port, you'll have the convenience you need to make the most of your time in Istanbul. Follow in the footsteps of sultans and courtiers at Topkapi Palace, and see the exquisite tiles that line the Blue Mosque. Discover the best places to shop for carpets, handicrafts and more, with bargaining tips and inside advice from your guide.
Meeting and pickup
Multiple pickup locations offered.
Additional pickup options
End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What is included?
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infant seats available
What is not included?
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Your itinerary may change due to the COVID-19 Virus as some attractions may be closed.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Topkapi Palace is closed to visitors on Tuesdays
- Hagia Sophia is not a museum, open to public sight, so there might be long lines to visit inside, there is no option to skip the line
- Grand Bazaar is closed to visitors on Sundays.
- Dolmabahce Palace is closed to visitors on Mondays.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Meet your host
HR
Hungerlust Easy Rider
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Host since 2025
Itinerary
Istanbul Private Sightseeing Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Private Istanbul Old City and Shopping Tour in Istanbul, Turkey. This private sightseeing tours experience includes 5 stops over 1 day. Duration: 8 hours. Activity level: Extreme.
No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Here is the starting point
Blue Mosque
1
Blue Mosque
Stop: 30 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Visit the famous Blue Mosque
2
Topkapı Palace
Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Visit the famous Topkapi Palace
3
Hippodrome
Stop: 15 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Visit the Hippodrome where all the action once happened in Istanbul's old city.
4
Grand Bazaar Jewelers
Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Shop till you drop in the famous Grand Bazaar of Istanbul
5
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
Stop: 50 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Visit the beautiful Hagia Sophia
This concludes the tour.
You’re free to explore at your own pace from here.
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