Private Half Day Shore Excursion: Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar From Istanbul [6580P22]
Enjoy a 4-hour private shore excursion departing from Istanbul. This tour visits a variety of sites including the Byzantine Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Spend some time exploring Turkey's Grand Bazaar, which contains 40000 shops making it the largest covered market in Turkey. This guided tour includes port pickup and drop-off from the Istanbul Cruise Port.
ADDITIONAL INFO
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, instead you will visit the open-air bazaar.
- Clients should to wear suitable clothing and bring their own head scarf before enter to Hagia Sophia.
- Since being a mosque now, you might experience long lines before entering Hagia Sophia (skip-the line is not guaranteed).
- We as KARAVAN TRAVEL, want to ensure the minds of travelers that, all the necessary safety measures and precautions will be maintained at all times; hand sanitizer will be available, masks will be given out, seats will be blocked out on coaches, reduced groups sizes and social distancing measures will be taking against COVID-19 infections. We will follow up the new regulations/restrictions permanently and update our procedures accordingly.
INCLUDED
- Private tour
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Professional tour guide
- Transport by private vehicle
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch
CANCELLATION POLICY
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
ITINERARY
- St. Sophia, one of the most magnificent Byzantine churches, and nominated the 8th wonder of the world by many historians.
- Grand Bazaar tempting souvenir-hunters with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery and leather.
- Blue Mosque, one of the largest mosques in Istanbul. Dating back to the 17th century, this is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul and is also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarets.
- Hippodrome, the former centre of sporting and political activities in Constantinople. During the visit you will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, the Serpentine Column from Delphi and the fountain of Willhelm II.
