Private Half-day Tour: Imperial Istanbul - Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar

Discover Imperial Istanbul on this private half-day sightseeing tour. Visit Hagia Sophia, which is today one of the most magnificent museums in the world and look for a bargain at the Grand Bazaar. At the Hippodrome see the famous obelisk from Egypt, a remarkable pink granite monument built 3,500 years ago by an Egyptian pharoah.

Well recovered for over 1,500 years, Hagia Sophia is named as one of the most remarkable museums in the world. Two stories of ancient history confronts everyone in this well preserved structure.

After a visit to Hagia Sophia the museum, the museum across from the Blue Mosque, is a treasure-trove of beautiful objects from the Ottoman (14th to 20th centuries), Seljuk (11th to 13th centuries), and earlier periods beginning in the 8th century.

You will also have the opportunity to do some haggling at the Grand Bazaar, with it's 4400 shops! Your tour will conclude at the Hippodrome just in the middle of Sultan Ahmet area.

Please note:
The Grand Bazaar is not open on Sundays.

Schedule details

Departure Point:

Centrally located Istanbul hotels or Istanbul cruise port

Departure Time:

9:00am

Return Details:

Returns to original departure point at approximately 1:00pm

Pricing information

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Additional information

Inclusions:

• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Entrance fees
• Local guide
• Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (optional)
• Food and drinks, unless specified

Additional Information:

• Confirmation for this product will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
• In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited
• Not recommended for children aged 4 and under
• Children 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers

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