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Istanbul Private Tour with Private Local Guide
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Istanbul Private Tour with Private Local Guide is a 5-hour history and culture tour in Istanbul, booked through Viator. From $138. Starts 9:00 am and 2:30 pm. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
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About this excursion
1. Skip all ticket purchase lines, giving you fast-track entry to every major site—no time wasted.
2. Fully licensed guides ensure accurate, up-to-date historical information at every stop.
3. Expert, field-specialized guides provide deep insights you won’t hear on standard tours
4. Explore Hagia Sophia with expert commentary that reveals hidden details and symbolism
5. Enjoy Basilica Cistern with priority access and immersive storytelling under the columns
6. Walk through Sultanahmet hipodrome Square while uncovering its imperial, Byzantine, and Ottoman layers
7. Blue Mosque with cultural context that connects architecture, history, and tradition
8. Navigate the Grand Bazaar efficiently with insider guidance in the world’s oldest market.
9. A private experience, allowing you to adjust the pace, questions, and photo stops freely
By Septillion Travel Agency
TÜRSAB A-Class License No: 18212
What’s included in this excursion
Included
- Private Licensed Tour Guide
- Skip the Ticket Purchase Line
Not included
- Hagia Sophia Mosque Ticket
- Basilica Cistern Entry Ticket
- Lunch & personal expenses
- Tip for the Tour Guide ( Optional )
Know before you go
Accessibility
- Strollers and wheelchairs are not allowed upstairs.
- Baby Strollers must be carried by hand. ———————————————————- 8. - Since we will visit the upper gallery of Hagia Sophia, please note that the stairs are steep and may be hard to manage for those with walking difficulties.
Is it suitable for children?
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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
Where this excursion starts
The meeting point is on your booking confirmation from Viator.
When it runs
Runs Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Starts 9:00 am and 2:30 pm.
Schedule checked Nov 5
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