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ViatorShore Excursion

Istanbul Highlights from Cruise Pier with Skip-the-Ticket-Line

4.8113 reviews
7 hoursEnglish guide
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$149USD · taxes incl.
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If your ship is delayed or misses Istanbul, Turkey, you’re fully refunded — and you’ll always make it back before sail-away.
// what to expect

Make the most of your time in Istanbul with this exceptional private tour of the city’s historic Old Town, designed exclusively for cruise guests. Choose between a half-day or full-day experience to suit your schedule and interests. Explore Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks—including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the Basilica Cistern—with skip-the-line access, so you can spend more time discovering and less time waiting. For those opting for a full-day tour, you have the option to enhance your experience by adding a visit to the Topkapi Palace or enjoying a scenic Bosphorus boat tour. Your knowledgeable guide will meet you directly at the cruise port and accompany you throughout the tour, sharing fascinating insights and stories that bring Istanbul’s rich history to life. Midway through, enjoy a refreshing break with a complimentary Turkish tea or coffee at a local café. At the end of your day, your guide will escort you back to the cruise pier.

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Duration
7 hours
Operated by
Viator
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Worry-Free
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// the details
Skipping the ticket lines ( Not including entry tickets )
We will take tram from port to old city ( fastest way to reach old city )
Private walking tour with an official tour guide
Borek or Simit with tea or Turkish coffee
Food and drinks are not mentioned in the inclusion part
Gratuities
if you have full day with Topkapi Palace, entry fee is 2750 TL pp
Basilica Cistern
Hagia Sophia Mosque
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • At the Blue Mosque, no one has the right to skip the lines.
  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and our guide can show another bazaar instead.
  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays and Half day tour is available on Tuesdays or will be replaced with Bosphorus Tour for full day tours
  • On Religious Fests; Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar are closed.
  • Blue Mosque open after 2 pm on Fridays.
7 hours

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

// operating schedule
Operates
Daily
Departure times
8:00 AM · 8:30 AM · 9:00 AM · 9:30 AM · 10:00 AM · 10:30 AM · 11:00 AM · 11:30 AM · 12:00 PM · 12:30 PM · 1:00 PM · 1:30 PM · 2:00 PM · 3:00 PM
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