Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar Guided Tour

Discover the best of Istanbul with this small-group highlights tour. Visit landmarks like the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, the Grand Bazaar, and much more on this introductory tour.

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Duration 4.0 hour

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Details on this Activity

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First-time travelers can discover the best of Istanbul with this small-group highlights tour, perfect for getting your bearings in this picturesque city. Start your day of discovery by meeting your guide at the designated meeting point in Istanbul city. Explore the city's top landmarks with your guide, find a few hidden gems, and learn about the city's diverse cultural and architectural achievements. Along the way, you will visit the underground Basilica Cistern, the Blue Mosque, and even stop at Ottoman-era Grand Bazaar to get a taste of the time-honored marketplace experience. Be inspired by the local art and craft scene, and discover the secrets of traditional carpet weaving during a visit to a historic carpet workshop.

Highlights

Marvel at top sights including the Basilica Cistern, Blue Mosque, and Hippodrome
Uncover the best of Istanbul on this small-group guided walking tour
Visit Grand Bazaar to see the colorful displays and vendors
Get a more personal tour experience on this small-group tour
Witness a carpet-maker going about their work in a workshop

Know before you go

• The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays • IF ALL INCLUSIVE OPTION NOT SELECTED: Entrance to Basilica Cistern (€25 pp) is not included in the tour price. Once you pay your entrance fee to your tour guide, you will have the privilege of skipping the ticket queue. Please take this into consideration and have the entrance fee ready ⚠️ Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the activity starts as finding a taxi and traffic congestion are always a problem. The tour starts on time as it is a shared tour with other participants.

Includes

Professional guide Small-group tour Basilica Cistern entry ticket (if all-inclusive option selected)

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