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Private Istanbul Layover Tour

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Istanbul, Turkey

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From $300.00 per group (up to 8)

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Free Cancellation

up to 24 hours in advance

7 hours (Approx.)

Hotel pickup offered

Mobile ticket

Offered in: English and 4 more

Good for avoiding crowds

Keeping you safe during COVID-19

What you can expect during your visit

Face masks required for travelers in public areas

Face masks required for guides in public areas

Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Overview

Most travelers spend their layovers waiting in the airport. Make the most of your time in Istanbul during this fast-paced sightseeing tour, which transfers you back to Ataturk Airport in time to catch your next flight. Settle back into a comfortable, air-conditioned van and listen to background on Istanbul’s rich history from your own private guide, while discovering the highlights of the former Ottoman capital.

A layover tour of Istanbul’s top sights: Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia, Grand Bazaar, and more
Discover the city’s standout attractions in a single fast-paced visit, with detailed background
Get front-door pickup from Ataturk airport, and make sure you’re back on time to fly out
Cover thousands of years of history, from a Roman racing track to an Ottoman palace and mosque

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What's Included

Private tour

Professional local guide

Private transportation

Roundtrip transfers from/to Airport

Museum/Attraction Tickets

Lunch

Departure & Return

Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
We can pick you up from Istanbul New Airport (IST) or SAW Airport.

Airports

Istanbul International Airport, Istanbul Turkey
Sabiha Gokcen, Istanbul Turkey

Ports

Istanbul Port

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Topkapı Palace is closed on Tuesdays
Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays.
Blue Mosque is closed until 2pm on Fridays.
Children aged 12 and under are free of charge. Children aged 7 and under are free of charge at Basilica Cistern Museum. Please make sure that you have passport copies of children as we have to verify their ages at museums for free tickets.
Kid-Friendly tour guide will be accompanying your family on this tour.
Annual Closing Dates of all museums and bazaars in Istanbul in 2021 as follows; January 1-New Year. May 13/14/15-Ramadan Celebrations. July 20/21/22/23-Eid Celebrations. October 29-Republic Day.
Hagia Sophia is closed for visit during praying time.
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
OPERATED BY Guided Istanbul Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.

Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Private Istanbul Layover Tour?

The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas

See all safety measures taken by Private Istanbul Layover Tour.

What is the social distancing policy during Private Istanbul Layover Tour?

The policy on social distancing is:

Social distancing enforced throughout experience

See all safety measures taken by Private Istanbul Layover Tour.

What is the maximum group size during Private Istanbul Layover Tour?

This activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers.

See all safety measures taken by Private Istanbul Layover Tour.

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We had a great time on our tour! Our...

Laura S

, Jul 2018

We had a great time on our tour! Our guide, Mustafa, was very knowledgeable and friendly. We saw so much more in a short amount of time than we ever would have been able to on our own, and Mustafa had very interesting stories to share about everything we saw. The lines at all of the major sites were really long and we would have been waiting for hours, but going with a tour guide allows you to skip the lines and just enjoy the attractions.

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