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Half Day Heart of Byzantium and the Ottomans

4 hours

Easy

Experience Istanbul’s Old City in a private, half-day morning tour with a historian guide, visiting the Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia, and Blue Mosque with skip-the-line access and transport.
Istanbul is not just a city; it is a living museum where the grandest empires of history met and flourished. We invite you to experience the incredible classics of this magnificent metropolis through a private, half-day morning journey. Designed for those who wish to witness the soul of the Old City in its most serene hours, this tour brings you face-to-face with masterpieces that have defined architectural beauty for centuries. Y
What's included?
    • Pick  up transfer and transportation by air-conditioned comfortable vehicles (private Return Transfers on Private Tours)
    • Professional Licensed English Speaking Tour Guiding Service (Please ask for tour guide on other languages on Private Tours)
    • All Museum Entrance Fees (Skip-the-line Access Advantage)
    • Parking Fees, Tolls, Highway Crossings, and All Taxes

    Please, ask for guide in another languages

    Exclusions
      • Personal Expenses, 
      • Gratuities, Meals
      Please note

        Religious Sites & Mosques

        If you are visiting mosques like the Blue Mosque, stricter etiquettes apply for both men and women:

        • Women:     Must have their hair, shoulders, and knees completely covered.
        • Men:     Should wear long pants (no shorts) and shirts that cover the shoulders.
        • Footwear:     All shoes must be removed before stepping onto mosque carpets. Bringing      your own socks is recommended, though many major sites lend wraps and      headscarves for free.
        What to bring

          General Packing Tips

          • Always      keep a lightweight scarf or wrap in your day bag to easily cover up      when entering religious sites or during breezy evenings.
          • Pack      clothes made of breathable fabrics(e.g., linen, cotton) to stay      comfortable in warm weather without revealing too much