Sultanahmet Old City Tour - Private

Istanbul, Turkey

Sultanahmet Old City Tour with Private Guide

6 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Get a personal introduction to the old city of Istanbul with a 6-hour, private tour led by a local guide. Learn about Turkey's history, cuisine and culture as you explore the city’s most iconic sites, from the minarets of Hagia Sophia to the Byzantine Topkapi Palace and the exquisite Blue Mosque. Go beneath the city streets in the Roman Cistern, and step back in time at Hippodrome Square. Enjoy an insider’s take on the vibrant Grand Bazaar, with tips on selecting and bargaining for carpets, handicrafts and souvenirs.

6-hour, private tour of old Istanbul
Explore the city with a private guide for a more personal experience
Discover historic places and great shopping
Perfect introduction for first-time visitors

What's Included

Professional guide

Lunch
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Museum tickets

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Hagia Sophia
Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya Meydanı No:1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
In front of Ayasofya Mosque

Start time

10:00 AM

End point

Grand Bazaar
Beyazıt, 34126 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Tour may end at somewhere in Sultanahmet area

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Reviews

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Sultanahmet Old City Tour with Ali Private Guide

michaelmeere4, Oct 2019

Better than good. Excellent is the appropriate descriptor. Brilliantly paced. Excellent descriptions and information provided. Strongly recommended.

Response from Host, Oct 2019

Thank you Michael for posting a good review with 5 star rating. Appreciate your support!

Ali is not only a great guide and a...

ALFREDO C, Jun 2016

Ali is not only a great guide and a knowledgeable professional; he is an amazing person, as well. My girlfriend and I felt like we were touring Istanbul with a good old friend of ours. Thanks Ali for such a great experience! Alfredo and Cris! New York, NY