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Top Highlights of Istanbul: Luxury Private Day Tour

Activity Duration (8 to 12 hours)
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Top Highlights of Istanbul: Luxury Private Day Tour
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About

Uncover the Hidden Treasures of Istanbul: Private Luxury Day Tour

What you'll do

Exploring the 1,500 years of history and numerous landmarks in Istanbul's Sultanahmet district can be a daunting task to tackle independently. To get a thorough overview of the historic center at your own pace, consider booking a private day tour. This customizable excursion is ideal for travelers who want to delve deeper than the typical guidebook. The itinerary can be tailored to include leisurely visits to the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace, and more.

Meeting and pickup

Multiple pickup locations offered.
Additional pickup options
  • Pickup detailsWe kindly ask you to meet us infront of the German Fountain at 09:00 AM.
  • Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.SarayburnuSalipazariIstanbul Port
End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What is included?

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps

What is not included?

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Host since 2025

Itinerary

Istanbul Full-day Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do

Explore the full itinerary for Top Highlights of Istanbul: Luxury Private Day Tour in Istanbul, Turkey. This full-day tours experience includes 6 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

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
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Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.

The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.

2

Topkapı Palace

Stop: 90 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Topkapı Palace

The former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Today a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collections of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family. ** closed on Tuesdays and replaces with Basilica Cistern.

3

Blue Mosque

Stop: 45 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Blue Mosque

One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest.

4

Hippodrome

Stop: 30 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Hippodrome

The former center of sprotive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.

5

Basilica Cistern

Stop: 45 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Basilica Cistern

located in the southwest of Hagia Sophia. This large underground cistern built by Byzantine Emperor Justinian I (527-565) was named as Yerebatan Palace ere among the people due to the marble columns rising from the water and countless seemingly like. It is also known as Basilica Cistern since there is a Basilica in the place where the cistern is located.

6

Grand Bazaar

Stop: 90 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Grand Bazaar

In addition to its historical importance, it's a bazaar that will tempt even the nonshoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs.

This concludes the tour.

You’re free to explore at your own pace from here.
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