Istanbul Classics Private Tour
Private full-day tour of Istanbul's old city — Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar with a private vehicle and driver.
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Participant Limit
- Up to 6 people
- Pickup
- Pickup Point
- Confirmation
- Confirmed on booking
- Region
- Sultanahmet
Single Day
Overview
Private Istanbul Highlights is an 8-hour private-vehicle sightseeing tour of Istanbul's historic peninsula covering Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar with a professional driver; guide service and entrance fees are not included.
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Pickup
- Hotel lobby (Sultanahmet/citywide)
- Vehicle
- Private air-conditioned vehicle, professional driver
- Stops
- Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar
Discover Istanbul's most iconic landmarks in one unhurried day with a private chauffeur. Visit Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar, moving between each stop in air-conditioned comfort while you take in 1,600 years of history at your own pace.
8 hours
Tour Program
- 09:00Hotel Pickup
Your private driver and vehicle meet you at your hotel lobby.
- 09:30Hagia Sophia
Explore Hagia Sophia, a 1,500-year-old landmark that has served as a basilica, mosque, and museum.
- 11:15Blue Mosque
Visit the Blue Mosque, famed for its six minarets and Iznik tile interior.
- 12:30Hippodrome & Lunch Break
See the remains of the ancient Roman hippodrome and take a free lunch break.
- 14:00Topkapi Palace
Tour the palace that housed Ottoman sultans for 400 years, including the Harem quarters.
- 16:15Grand Bazaar
Browse one of the world's oldest and largest covered markets.
- 18:00Return to Hotel
You are comfortably dropped off back at your hotel by private vehicle.
Highlights
Hagia Sophia
Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque)
Topkapi Palace
Grand Bazaar
Hippodrome of Constantinople
Our Fleet
Vehicle Options
VIP
Mercedes Vito Business
Premium Mercedes Vito VIP transfer with leather seating and elevated comfort for 1-7 passengers.
LUXURY
Mercedes Vito First Class
The top-tier Mercedes Vito experience, seating 1-6 passengers with a privacy partition and premium in-cabin comfort.
VIP
Mercedes Sprinter (12-Seater)
Group private transfer in a Mercedes Sprinter, seating up to 12 passengers with space for 12 pieces of luggage.
What's Included
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle and professional driver
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
Not Included
- Guide service
- Museum and palace entrance fees
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Important Information
Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays; the itinerary is adjusted automatically for bookings on that day. Comfortable walking shoes and modest dress (shoulders and knees covered) are recommended for mosque visits. This is a private vehicle and driver service; guide service and museum/palace entrance fees are not included.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour start time. Cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.
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Istanbul Classics Private Tour
How to Book
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Pickup
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
When is my booking confirmed?
This tour is confirmed when you book it.
What's the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour start time. Cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.
How does pickup work?
Pickup Point — we share the details when you book.
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