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Istanbul Shore Excursion: Istanbul in One Day Sightseeing Tour

4.5 / 5 total 700 reviews
Duration: 7 to 9 hours
Product code: 2396
Overview

Istanbul shore Excursion Tour begins when disembarking from your ship and meeting your local expert guide.

Once you are collected, we set off for the city’s main highlights. See one of the most significant sights in Sultanahmet; the Blue Mosque. The Ottoman mosque is depicted by six iconic minarets and a large dome roof, making it one of the visitor’s beloved photo backdrops, while culture lovers will also be amazed by its prominence and reverence. In the Mosque, hundreds of stained glass windows illuminate the large main room, adorned with more than 20,000 Iznik-style tiles.

 With a past going back as far as the 6th century, The Hagia Sophia, near the Blue Mosque, started as one of the most prominent Christian basilicas in existence, but after the Ottoman empire took over Istanbul, it was turned into a mosque. 

Nowadays, in post-Ottoman Turkey, it is one of the most stunning museums in the country, if not the continent. No palace in the world rivals Istanbul’s Topkapi, the crown jewel of the Ottoman Empire. Not only is it the most massive palace in the world as a whole, but it is also the oldest. Wander through the engrossing rooms, painted with detailed artwork.

The last visit of the day is of the largest covered markets in the world. The Grand Bazaar opened in the 14th century, with its 58 picturesque streets lined with more than 4,000 storefronts. This trip ensures your on-time to return to Istanbul's port. In an unlikely event should your ship depart before you back to the boat, transport be arranged for the next ship port? Your money fully refunded if arrival to the port of Istanbul delayed.

Highlights
  • Visit the Blue Mosque
  • See the Hagia Sophia and its Byzantine mosaics
  • Admire the Ottoman architecture and museums of Topkapi Palace
  • Shop at the Grand Bazaar
Good to Know
  • Scheduling Scheduling: Private Tour
  • Languages offered on the Activity / TourLanguages offered on the Activity / Tour: English, Spanish
  • Duration Duration: 7 to 9 hours
  • Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Pick-up service Pick-up service
    Pick Up From Istanbul Port.
  • Ship to shore “Stress-free” tour guarantee Ship to shore “Stress-free” tour guarantee.
    Get a full refund for non-docking ships or late port arrivals.
  • Easy Cancellation Easy Cancellation
    There is no cancellation fee once Customers Cancel at least 7 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
    There is 50% cancellation fee for Customers to Cancel 3 and 6 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
    There is 100% cancellation fee for Customers to Cancel 2 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Inclusions
  • Parking Fees.
  • Luxurious Vehicles For Transportation.
  • Complimentary Bottled Water.
  • Full Insurance For The Duration Of The Tour.
  • Professional Tour Guide.
Exclusions
  • Gratuities(Optional).
  • Personal Expenses.
  • Entrance Fees.
Pickup and Drop-off
Pickup and drop-offs from Istanbul port.
Know Before You Go
  • Comfortable footwear will be important for your experience.
  • During religious holidays the Spice market and Grand Bazaar will be closed.
  • If Hagia Sophia is closed you will visit Chora Museum instead.
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Reviewed by Gita GB   January 16, 2024
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This tour was definitely a highlight of our time in my life. we were concerned about spending the money for a private tour and maybe not being able to complete it but We were not disappointed because Our guide was wonderful and our daughter was amazed at how she told her stories about city. Thank you and we will recommend your tour to all of our friends.
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Reviewed by Kim SG   January 16, 2024
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Tour was awesome with guide. All very well, with individual guide. Thanks a lot! I recommend absolutly!
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Reviewed by Saskia F NL   January 16, 2024
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Three words to describe my pleasant experience. Just the BEST!
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Reviewed by Mayelin R US   January 16, 2024
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KNOWLEDGEABLE GUIDE WHO PROVIDED A GREAT EXPERIENCE AND ENSURED THAT EVERYONE HAS ENOUGH TIME TO VISIT SITES AND ENJOY SOME FREE TIME.
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Reviewed by Macey B US   January 16, 2024
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Our guide was well informed about the tour. We loved every minute and would strongly recommend this tour. Cheers.
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Reviewed by Susan GB   January 16, 2024
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Very good tour. Very informative and the time went by so quickly. I will never forget that tour. Thanks.
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Reviewed by Borjk B IS   January 16, 2024
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My guide is the absolute best! He was our tour guide and he is so knowledgeable that we learned a lot about the place. We recommend him for an excellent day tour excursion!! FIVE STARS TO BEST !!
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Reviewed by Philip2 NZ   January 16, 2024
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EASY TO UNDERSTAND GUIDE AND A GREAT INTRODUCTION. THANK YOU VERY MUCH.
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Reviewed by Raul Saldivar in Elkhorn US   January 15, 2024
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Mostly thanks to our guide on this tour who knew EVERYTHING. We had our children with us and the tour was perfect for them as the guide was simply marvelled We can warmly recommend this tour and privatetour.com for their help also.
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Reviewed by Péter jhon US   January 15, 2024
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The rounded experience was great. Our guide was an excellent tour guide! Not only did she have the knowledge but made it fun to listen to through her humor and fun personality. She was very approachable and made the tour very enjoyable.
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