Private Custom Tours in Istanbul
Istanbul, Turkey
From 6 hours to 8 hours
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What You Will Do
Alongside the classical must-see landmarks like Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace, we offer the chance to explore hidden gems and lesser-known treasures of Istanbul. From charming local neighborhoods and traditional markets to serene gardens and ancient ruins, our tour lets you experience the city’s rich history and vibrant culture beyond the typical tourist sites. Discover the authentic side of Istanbul that many visitors miss!
What's Included?
- Hotel or port pickup and drop-off by walking or by public transport
- Private guide
- Ready entrance tickets (Ticket costs to be paid directly to your guide as an additional charge)
What's Not Included?
- Museums Entrances
- Transportation (unless specified)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
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Hippodrome
30 minutes
The Hippodrome of Constantinople was a grand arena for chariot races, ceremonies, and public events, built in the 3rd century and expanded by Constantine I. It featured the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpent Column, and the Walled Obelisk on its central spina. A hub of Byzantine culture and power, it hosted celebrations and conflicts, like the Nika Riots. Its legacy endures despite its ruins today.
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by Los Picos Travel
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Hotel pickup offered for the hotels centrally located. Guide will come to your hotel. Transportation is not included.
- This tour is not suitable for people with walking difficulties.
- NB: This service is not functional with any kind of Epass, Touristpass, Combo tickets.
Guide Options
- Guide - German
- Guide - Portuguese
- Guide - English
- Guide - Italian
- Guide - French
- Guide - Spanish
Customer Reviews
Seeing another side of Istanbul!
2023-09-25
This custom tour was truly customized between my party and the guide, Salim Basar. He was open & accommodating to our requests for what to see within the timeframe we had for the day. We met at 9:30 AM and were together until almost 5:30 PM. Salim was full of great info to share at each location, and most open to answering any & all of our questions. We used public transportation with ease to move comfortably between locations. Highly recommend this tour as you can make it your own, thanks to the expertise & knowledge of our guide, Salim Basar. September 24, 2023
Fantastic
2023-09-19
Mr.Salim our tour guide was phenomenal. He was informative and was amenable to adjust the tour to our specialized interests. We saw and learned a lot of Istanbul history. His driver was a delight as well. I recommend this tour company 100%
WOW!! WOW!! WOW!!
2023-01-27
All I can say is .... the wonderful custom experience which Salim provided us for (2) days was so educational, extraordinary and inspiring. Not only is Salim extremely knowledgeable as a guide, but funny and charming. This was an amazing start to a 2 week holiday.
Thank you Salim.
Thank you Salim.
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