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Explore Istanbul’s rich history on this tour from the Istanbul cruise port. Admire top sights like the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, the Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar.

Highlights

• Feel the thrill of haggling for bargains at the shops in the Grand Bazaar
• Discover the history of the city of Istanbul with goes back over 2,500 years
• Explore the architecture of the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and the Hagia Sophia
• Snap pictures of the breathtaking ancient Hippodrome chariot race arena
• Take in the atmosphere and aromas as you shop for souvenirs in the Grand Bazaar

Description

Make the most of your time in Istanbul with this driving tour to the city's most popular attractions. Shop for some souvenirs at the Grand Bazaar and learn about the city's history at locations like the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, the Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace. Meet your guide at the Galata Port cruise arrival gate. Find your guide easily, as they will be holding a sign with their company logo clearly printed on it. Sit back and relax on the air-conditioned drive to the ancient Hippodrome which was once a public arena for chariot races. Continue to the Blue Mosque, a stunning example of Ottoman architecture. Enter this mosque to view its impressive main dome from the inside. Capture pictures of its iconic exterior to share with friends. Drive to the Topkapi Palace and step inside this home to the Sultans of the Ottoman Empire. Stroll through the museum in which houses the Muslim world’s holiest relics, including the cloak and sword of the Prophet Mohammed. Stop for break where you can go and purchase a delicious Turkish lunch. Make your way to the 4th-century Hagia Sophia. Explore this museum which was once the Cathedral of Constantinople for over a thousand years before being converted into a mosque in 1453. Finally, travel to the Grand Bazaar, the largest and the oldest covered marketplace in the world. Look through shops with leather, clothing, rugs, antiques, and jewelry. Experience the sights, sounds and aromas of the market. Return to the port in at the end of your tour.

Includes

Port pickup and drop-off Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle Tour guide

Important Information

• This tour takes place rain or shine This tour is only for cruise ship passengers

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund