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Private Istanbul Layover Tour From Airport

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8 hoursEnglish guide
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$275USD · taxes incl.
// what to expect

Make the most of your stopover with a private Istanbul layover tour designed around your flight schedule. With airport pickup and drop-off, explore the highlights of Istanbul’s Old City with a knowledgeable local guide. Visit iconic landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the Basilica Cistern, Sultanahmet Square, and the Grand Bazaar. As a private experience, the itinerary can be adjusted according to your available time and interests, making it ideal for first-time visitors, families, and travelers with limited time in Istanbul. Skip the line service is not available for Blue Mosque - there is a queue for the entrance. Fast-track tickets are available for Hagia Sophia. On Fridays, Hagia Sophia or Blue Mosque will be visited from outside because of the worship.

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Duration
8 hours
Operated by
Viator
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// the details
Roundtrip Airport Transfers with Private Van
Private Tour with a Licensed Professional Tour Guide
Skip-the-Line Tickets: Your guide will arrange priority tickets, you will pay directly to the guide
Museum Tickets (Available upon request)
Lunch and Drinks
Gratuities (Suggested)
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Topkapı Palace and Hagia Irene is closed on Tuesdays
  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays.
  • Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are closed until 2pm on Fridays.
  • Kid-Friendly tour guide will be accompanying your family on this tour.
8 hours

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

// operating schedule
Operates
Daily
Departure times
6:00 AM · 6:15 AM · 6:30 AM · 6:45 AM · 7:00 AM · 7:15 AM · 7:30 AM · 7:45 AM · 8:00 AM · 8:15 AM · 8:30 AM · 8:45 AM · 9:00 AM · 9:15 AM · 9:30 AM · 9:45 AM · 10:00 AM · 10:15 AM · 10:30 AM · 10:45 AM · 11:00 AM · 11:15 AM · 11:30 AM · 11:45 AM · 12:00 PM · 12:15 PM · 12:30 PM · 12:45 PM · 1:00 PM · 1:15 PM · 1:30 PM · 1:45 PM · 2:00 PM · 2:15 PM · 2:30 PM · 2:45 PM · 3:00 PM · 3:15 PM · 3:30 PM · 3:45 PM · 4:00 PM · 4:15 PM · 4:30 PM · 4:45 PM · 5:00 PM · 5:15 PM · 5:30 PM · 5:45 PM · 6:00 PM · 6:15 PM · 6:30 PM · 6:45 PM · 7:00 PM
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