Overview
I am an Istanbul born and raised professional tour guide since 1997. I provide private customized tours for your needs in my city. I will be delighted to share my knowledge and experience with you in a private tour, special to you through the streets of Istanbul in which you can adjust the pace and see or to do more or less. You can enjoy history, culture, gastronomy and shopping of the city in the best customized way with me.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Professional licensed guiding
All fees and/or taxes
Lunch
In-vehicle air conditioning
Basilica Cistern Admission fee
Hagia Sophia Admission Fee
Gratuity
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
German Fountain, Hippodrome, Sultanahmet area, old city.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Blue Mosque
50 min
We visit the one of the most beautiful, 4 centuries old blue tiled Ottoman mosque.
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Hippodrome
30 min
We visit the surviving monuments of the Hippodrome of Constantinople where the Roman chariots used to race, a stadium of the time which was bigger than any soccer stadium of today.
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Hagia Sophia Mosque
50 min
We visit one o the oldest and the greatest houses o worship in the world; a church/mosque of the Romans and the Ottomans.
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1 hour 30 min
In a convenient time of the day, we have a lunch break and it will be the time to experience the great Turkish cuisine.
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Basilica Cistern
50 min
We visit the 6th century built spectacular water reservoir o the Romans. a real proof of the advanced Roman architecture.
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Grand Bazaar
1 hour 30 min
You experience the oriental way of shopping in the oldest and the biggest indoors shopping mall of Europe with an age of nearly 6 centuries, shops of 4000 and entrance/exit gates of 21.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Istanbul).
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with wheel chair or serious walking difficulties
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 4 travelers per booking
FAQs about Private Guided Historical Tour in Istanbul
Can I cancel Private Guided Historical Tour in Istanbul for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 5–7 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
German Fountain, Hippodrome, Sultanahmet area, old city. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Professional licensed guiding
What's not included?
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Basilica Cistern Admission fee
- Hagia Sophia Admission Fee
- Gratuity
Which places does it visit?
It visits Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia Mosque, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Private Istanbul Tours with Sel (Selcuk Sebilcioglu)
