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istanbul Private Old City Tour with Licensed Local Guide

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istanbul Private Old City Tour with Licensed Local Guide is an 8-hour sightseeing tour in Istanbul, booked through Viator. From $90. Starts 9:00 am, 9:30 am, 10:00 am, 10:30 am, 11:00 am and 11:30 am. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.

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About this excursion

This is not a standard group tour. Your licensed guide is dedicated exclusively to you, allowing complete flexibility and a fully personalized experience. Instead of following a fixed schedule, you set the pace and focus on the landmarks and stories that interest you most. With in-depth historical insight and tailored commentary, this private walking tour offers a refined and immersive way to discover Sultanahmet.

What’s included in this excursion

Included
  • Priority assistance and local guidance
  • Private licensed expert guide for the entire day
  • Insider tips for dining and hidden gems
  • Flexible timing at each landmark
  • Personalized route planning within Sultanahmet
Not included
  • Entrance tickets (can be purchased on-site with guide assistance)
  • Skip-the-line tickets (available upon request)
  • Meals and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation (this is a walking experience)

Know before you go

Accessibility

  • Service animals allowed

Health & fitness

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Other

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • On Fridays, Hagia Sophia or Blue Mosque will be visited from outside because of the worship.
  • Tour guides don't have skip-the-line priority in Hagia Sophia.
  • You may need to wait in the security line, in order to avoid queues we suggest departing at 9:00am.
  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays can be replaced with Spice Market.
  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays can be replaced with alternatives.
  • Skip the line service is not available for active mosques - there is a queue for the entrance.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Where this excursion starts

The meeting point is on your booking confirmation from Viator.

When it runs

Runs every day. Starts 9:00 am, 9:30 am, 10:00 am, 10:30 am, 11:00 am and 11:30 am.

Schedule checked Nov 5
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