SKIP-THE-LINE Private Hidden Wonders of Istanbul Tour

Enjoy a full-day tour of Istanbul’s top attractions, including visits to the beautiful Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, along with the spellbinding Grand Bazaar and Hippodrome, site of long-ago chariot races

On this Private Hidden Wonders of Istanbul Tour, you’ll visit locations full of rich history, learn about Turkish culture, and sample delicious Turkish tea while enjoying a wonderful view of the city.

PLEASE NOTE: The covered area of the Grand Bazaar is closed on Sunday; a visit to the Spice Market will be substituted.

In the heart of the Old City of Istanbul there is the Byzantine Church of Divine Wisdom, Hagia Sophia. Originally built as an Orthodox basilica, it later was used as a mosque, and now is a museum. Built in 537 on the orders of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian, it served as the cathedral of Constantinople and was the largest cathedral in the world for nearly a thousand years. Upon the conquering of Constantinople by the Ottomans in 1453, it became a mosque and was used as such until 1931. It was opened as a museum in 1935.

The Blue Mosque was commissioned by Sultan Ahmet I when he was only 19 years old. The interior of the mosque is lined with more than 20,000 handmade ceramic tiles in more than fifty different tulip designs. The tiles at lower levels are traditional in design, while in the galleries they become flamboyant with representations of flowers, fruit and trees.

Topkapi Palace – the seat of Ottoman sultans between the 15th and 19th centuries, and stuffed with imperial treasures and artifacts. (At your own expense, you may visit the palace’s Harem and discover the quarters of the sultan’s many wives, princes, and eunuchs. )

The Grand Bazaar is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. This beautiful walled marketplace contains over 3,000 shops across 61 covered streets.
PLEASE NOTE: The covered area of the Grand Bazaar is closed on Sunday; a visit to the Spice Market will be substituted.

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

• Start Time 08:30
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• All entrance tickets to the museums and sites
• Professional licensed tour guide
• Lunch in local restaurant (Veggie options on the menu, drinks not included)
• Luxurious Vehicles For Your Round Trip Transportation

• Personal expenses
• Gratuities (optional)

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• This Tour is Provided by Goodman Tours.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Istanbul.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 13 Travelers is accepted for booking.