Istanbul Highlights from Cruise Pier with Skip-the-Ticket-Line
Istanbul Highlights from Cruise Pier with Skip-the-Ticket-Line
Full Day with Topkapi Palace
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Make the most of your time in Istanbul with this exceptional private tour of the city’s historic Old Town, designed exclusively for cruise guests. Choose between a half-day or full-day experience to suit your schedule and interests.
Explore Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks—including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the Basilica Cistern—with skip-the-line access, so you can spend more time discovering and less time waiting.
For those opting for a full-day tour, you have the option to enhance your experience by adding a visit to the Topkapi Palace or enjoying a scenic Bosphorus boat tour.
Your knowledgeable guide will meet you directly at the cruise port and accompany you throughout the tour, sharing fascinating insights and stories that bring Istanbul’s rich history to life. Midway through, enjoy a refreshing break with a complimentary Turkish tea or coffee at a local café.
At the end of your day, your guide will escort you back to the cruise pier.
Itinerary
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
45 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedA masterpiece of Byzantine architecture, the Hagia Sophia served as a cathedral, then a mosque, and now a mosque again. Admire its grand dome, golden mosaics, and layers of religious history that span over 1,500 years.Basilica Cistern
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedWe're going to explore the Basilica Cistern, an ancient water storage system designed to withstand long sieges. With its vast size and 336 columns, it's often referred to as the 'Underground Palace.' It's not only a remarkable historical site but also offers a unique and fascinating experience beneath the streets of Istanbul." Please note that the entry fee is 900 TL per person, and we will purchase the tickets for you to skip the line. Kindly have the amount ready in cash. ( officials share that it will be 1300 TL pp but date is not confirmed yet ).Blue Mosque
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeFamed for its six minarets and stunning blue İznik tiles, the Blue Mosque is an active place of worship and a symbol of Ottoman grandeur. Don’t miss its serene courtyard and majestic interior.Hippodrome
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe Hippodrome of Constantinople was a circus that was the sporting and social centre of Constantinople, capital of the Byzantine Empire.Corlulu Ali Pasa Medresesi
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeAt a point during the tour, your guide will choose a stop where you can enjoy a complimentary Turkish coffee or tea.Grand Bazaar Jewelers
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeVisit one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world - Istanbul's Grand BazaarTopkapI Palace
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedPlease note: The palace is included in the full-day tour option. If you choose the half-day tour, you will visit the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Hippodrome, and the Grand Bazaar.
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