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Istanbul Icons Discovery – Private Shore Tour (6 Hours) 1
Istanbul Icons Discovery – Private Shore Tour (6 Hours) 2
Istanbul Icons Discovery – Private Shore Tour (6 Hours) 3
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Istanbul Icons Discovery – Private Shore Tour (6 Hours)

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Price is €175 per adult
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Features

  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Discover Istanbul’s legendary Old City on an exclusive 6-hour Private Shore Tour designed for cruise passengers arriving at Galata Port. With a private guide and seamless transfers, you’ll explore the city’s most iconic monuments, vibrant markets, and timeless Ottoman–Byzantine heritage.

This experience offers flexibility, personalised pacing, and the comfort of end-of-tour drop-off at your hotel or airport—perfect for travellers with limited time after disembarkation.

Activity location

  • Galataport Istanbul
    • KIlIc Ali Pasa Mahallesi Meclis-i Mebusan Caddesi, No: 8 Karaköy Beyoğlu
    • 34433, Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Galataport Istanbul
    • KIlIc Ali Pasa Mahallesi Meclis-i Mebusan Caddesi, No: 8 Karaköy Beyoğlu
    • 34433, Istanbul, Turkiye

Check availability

Driver-Only Tour

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

No guide, fixed 7:30 AM pickup: Private transport only. No guide, no entry tickets. Available on Tuesdays with a fixed 7:30 AM pick-up.

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:30
Price details
€945.00 x 1 Adult€945.00
Total
Price is €945.00

Private Tour for 6 passengers

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private transport: Includes private transport to and from the Istanbul Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
€175.00 x 6 Adults€1,050.00
Total
Price is €1,050.00

Private Tour for 5 passengers

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private transport: Includes private transport to and from the Istanbul Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
€210.00 x 5 Adults€1,050.00
Total
Price is €1,050.00

Private Tour for 4 passengers

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private transport: Includes private transport to and from the Istanbul Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
€263.00 x 4 Adults€1,052.00
Total
Price is €1,052.00

Private Tour for 3 passengers

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private transport: Includes private transport to and from the Istanbul Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
€350.00 x 3 Adults€1,050.00
Total
Price is €1,050.00

Private Tour for 2 passengers

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private transport: Includes private transport to and from the Istanbul Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
€525.00 x 2 Adults€1,050.00
Total
Price is €1,050.00

Private Tour for 1 passenger

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private transport: Includes private transport to and from the Istanbul Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
€1,050.00 x 1 Adult€1,050.00
Total
Price is €1,050.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Customisable sightseeing
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transport
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Pick up and dropp off at your cruise ship terminal
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Licensed private guide (English-speaking)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips and service charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance tickets (optional and extra)

Know before you book

  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Galataport Istanbul

  • 20m
Meet your guide at the arrivals area for a private transfer to the Old City.

Sultanahmet Square

  • 40m
Explore the ancient Roman arena and its famous obelisks.

Blue Mosque

  • 45m
Admire one of the world’s most beautiful Ottoman mosques (inside visit if open)

Hagia Sophia Mosque

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Optional visit to the iconic basilica-mosque (entry not included)

Basilica Cistern

  • 45m
Descend into the mystical underground water palace (optional entry).

Arasta Bazaar

  • 1h
Browse artisan crafts and enjoy a relaxed cultural walk.

Egyptian Bazaar

  • 30m
Taste Turkish delights, tea or coffee, or explore colourful spice stalls.

Galata Bridge

  • 30m
Capture breathtaking photos of Istanbul’s skyline.

Galataport Istanbul

  • 30m
Return comfortably to Istanbul Cruise Port, your hotel, or airport.

Location

Activity location

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    Galataport Istanbul
    • KIlIc Ali Pasa Mahallesi Meclis-i Mebusan Caddesi, No: 8 Karaköy Beyoğlu
    • 34433, Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Galataport Istanbul
    • KIlIc Ali Pasa Mahallesi Meclis-i Mebusan Caddesi, No: 8 Karaköy Beyoğlu
    • 34433, Istanbul, Turkiye

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