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Imperial Istanbul Half-Day Tour: Hagia Sophia, Basillica Cistern and Grand Bazaar
Istanbul,
Türkiye
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Overview
Duration
4h
Languages
English
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
Get a glimpse of Istanbul's fascinating Imperial legacies on this half-day sightseeing tour with an expert local guide. First visit Hagia Sophia, once one of the largest basilicas in the world and now the second-most visited museum in Turkey. Venture below ground to the ancient Basilica Cistern, which once supported the Great Palace of Constantinople, and hone your haggling skills at the bustling Grand Bazaar, one of the world's largest and oldest covered markets where you can shop for jewelry, spices, leather goods and souvenirs galore.
What to remember
Important info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. Not recommended for pregnant travelers. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. Not recommended for children aged 4 and under. Children 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited. Hagia Sophia will be closed on Mondays, should you travel on this day, you'll visit the Chora Museum instead. The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and on religious holidays (September 1-4, 2017) should you travel on these days, you'll spend additional time at Hagia Sophia and the Basilica Cistern
What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off. Local guide. Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's not included
Gratuities. Food and drinks, unless specified
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Neon Tours
Meeting Point
Since your tour is a small group and you will be joining in the afternoon, we will share your guide's contact information with you prior to the tour day. You and your guide will stay in contact and meet in a location within the Sultanahmet area as determined by your guide for the tour.