Istanbul Private Guided Tour for Layover Flight. Transfer incl. | La Vacanza Travel

Istanbul Private Guided Tour for Layover Flight. Transfer incl.

Duration: 4 to 8 hours
Destination: Turkiye, Turkiye, Istanbul
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  • 4 to 8 hours
  • Istanbul
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Istanbul Layover Tours is mainly specialized on layover tours from Istanbul Airports.

Meet and Greet: It is easier to find your driver at the airport now. You will be met and accompanied to the vehicle by a welcome host at a spesific spot / time.

Timely & Safe Logistic; Enjoy comfortable round-trip transfer from/to airport with private and spacious van. .

Fast Track Entry: Be VIP and save precious time at the museums ticket desks thanks to the accredited tour guides from Ministry of Culture and Tourism

Professional and Enthusiastic Guides: Our guides are not only a good historian but also your travel companion. Learn about culture, politics & religion through personal stories and anecdotes.

Eat like a local: Taste delicious, reasonable non-touristy local food at the eatiers where the only locals eat. Various food restrictions are welcomed

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Istanbul, Istanbul

All listed attractions below are not meant to be visited on every tour scenario due to the time limitations and the tour itinerary can be shortened and altered by the guide's suggestion or traveler's instructions with traveler's consent due to the crowds or restoration work at the sites /museums, personal interests & fitness level, weather conditions & closure times of the places, public gatherings, political rallies, religious/public holidays, marathons, traffic situation and flight arrival times. A tentative itinerary will be communicated prior to the day.

Stop At: Hippodrome, Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet ParkI No:2, Istanbul Turkiye

The equivalent of Maxiumus Circus, city of Rome was immitated in new capital of Roman Empire as we call Byzantine Hippodrome; Hear the stories of glory chariot riders and amazed with monuments erected by the ambitios Roman engineers; Egpytian Obelisk, Serpent Colomn and Colomn of Constantine.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Mah At Meydani Cad No 7, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye

As an operating mosque, your guide will take you inside of mosque complex in between praying times and help you to barrow a scarf or skirt if needed. it is closed until 14.00 pm on Fridays due to Friday noon prayer service.

Attention; There is ongoing restoration and the view is blocked by scaffolding.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Hagia Sophia Mosque, Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya MeydanI No:1, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye

Explore the architectural marvel of Hagia Sophia Mosque with our licensed tour guide, delving into its significance in terms of architecture, religion, and politics. Note that Hagia Sophia opens at 10:00 am, closes on Fridays until 14:00 pm, and welcomes visitors until 22:00 pm.

Hagia Sophia serves a dual purpose today, operating as an active mosque for Muslim worshippers and a museum for international visitors. Please be aware that the admission fee is 850 TL or 28 USD, and the duration of this enlightening experience is approximately 45 minutes. Admission ticket is not included.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Basilica Cistern, Alemdar Mahallesi, Yerebatan Caddesi, No:1/3, Istanbul 34410 Turkiye

Descending the stairs, you'll encounter a palace-like underground water system, crafted by the Romans in the 6th century. Its colossal dimensions allowed it to store ample water, catering to the needs of the Roman Palace and the surrounding neighborhood until it faded into obscurity. Today, it patiently awaits rediscovery.

The admission fee for this historical site is 600 TL or 20 USD.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Grand Bazaar Jewelers, Alemdar Mah. Bab-I Ali Cad. Guran Han No:34 D. 4, Istanbul 34110 Turkiye

The world's oldest shopping mall was buit in 1460s by the order of Ottoman Sultan Mehmet the Conqurer, in order to generate income for maintaining their newly converted mosque. The city, being in the meeting point of oriental trade routes made the bazaar Grand and Famous. Today, with 3000 thousand shops offer huge range of colourful item from simple souviners to expensive items such as jewelery, carpets, mosaic lamps, magnets, leather.

Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Suleymaniye Mosque, Prof. SIddIk Sami Onar Cd. No:1 Süleymaniye Mah, Istanbul 34116 Turkiye

The mosque is active since 1556 and named after its commissioner, the famous sultan Suleyman the Magnificent. It is located on the 3rd hill of the old city. In a short walk from Grand Bazaar along the wall of Istanbul University, you will be guided through and rest by the amazing view of Asian side and new city from the terrace.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Misir Carsisi (Spice Market), Rustem Pasa Mahallesi, Erzak Ambari Sok. No:92 Eminonu - Fatih, Istanbul 34116 Turkiye

Taste delicious Turkish Delights, nuts and dried fruits while passing through a 400 year old stracture, Spice Market will help you to understand the origin of spices and Turkish Food.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye

Hop on a public ferry and make the fastest intercontinental trip to Asian Side of Istanbul. See Istanbul from old to new while passing by Bosphorus Bridge in distance.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: KadIkoy CarsIsI, Caferaga, Neset Omer Sk. No:1 Kadıköy, Istanbul 34710 Turkiye

Explore hip neigborhood of Kadıkoy and eat your way through Kadıkoy Food Market. Sample Turkish food sourced from local suppliers. Maybe you would like to try some home cooked style in Ciya Sofrası, which has been recently featured in Netflix.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Topkapi Palace, Cankurtaran Mahallesi Gulhane Park, Near Sultanahmet Square, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye

Visit Iconic Topkapi Palace; Learn about Ottoman History and see impressive collections of pieces from treasury to medieval weapons in this massive museum. The museum is closed on Tuesdays. Admission Fee is 1500 TL or 50 USD.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Pass By: Galata Tower, Buyuk Hendek Cad. 2, Istanbul Turkiye

Get a panaromic view of city form this iconic tower, built late 13th Century by Genoise Colony as a part of defence and watch tower.

Pass By: Yeni Camii, Rustem Pasa, Yeni Cami Cd. No:3 Eminonu, Istanbul 34116 Turkiye

The New Mosque and later New Valide Sultan Mosque after its partial reconstruction and completion between 1660 and 1665, is an Ottoman imperial mosque located in the Eminönü quarter of Istanbul

Inclusions
  • Proffesional Guide
  • Private Tour
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Round-Trip Private Airport Transfer
  • Public Transportation tickets - Ferry & Tram
  • Entry/Admission - Bosphorus Strait

Exclusions
  • Food & Drinks
  • Entry/Admission - Basilica Cistern and Topkapı Palace
  • Cabin Bags and Carry-ons should be stored at the Left Lugagge.
  • Visa Requirements; Please check evisa.gov.tr/en
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Infant seats available
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are closed until 2.30 pm on Fridays.
  • Topkapı Palace and Hagia Irene is closed on Tuesdays
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
Meet & Greet Service: After your flight lands, an SBL MEET&GREET representative will be ready to greet you. Please look for the “SBL” sign as you exit from Gate #14 in the Arrivals Terminal. Important Note: The representative will be waiting for you outside the terminal, just beyond the exit door of Gate #14, not inside the terminal near the gate.

Left Luggage Service: We suggest storing any luggage at the airport's left luggage facility before you proceed through Gate #14, ensuring a more comfortable and hassle-free tour, unless you will be taken to your accommodation first and have an overnight stay in the city.

Timing and Contact: Expect to meet our representative about 1 hour after your flight's arrival. The earliest meeting times are 06:00 AM on weekdays and 06:30 AM on weekends. We will be closely tracking your flight to adjust the pick-up time as needed. If you have trouble locating the meet & greet team or encounter any issues on the day, please contact Mr. Latif at +90 544 585 98 51 immediately. For efficiency, please add this number to your contacts, with WhatsApp available, particularly if you are concerned about internet access.

Transfer and Tour: Your transfer to the city center will take approximately 45-60 minutes. Here, you'll meet your guide for a personalized tour of Istanbul. Post-tour, we'll make sure you're back at the airport at least 2 hours prior to your departure flight.

Important Steps Upon Arrival:

Proceed through passport control after landing.
Do not go to the Transit Area if you are starting the tour right away.
Follow the signs towards the Exit after passport control.
Store your bags at the left luggage facility before exiting through Gate 14, unless you're proceeding directly to your accommodation for an overnight stay.
Upon exiting, look for the SBL sign outside of Gate #14 where the meet & greet team will be eagerly awaiting your arrival.

Airports

  • Istanbul Airport, TayakadIn Terminal Street No. 1, Istanbul 34283 Turkiye
  • Sabiha Gokcen, Istanbul Turkiye


Ports

  • Galataport Istanbul, Kılıçali Paşa Mah. Meclis-i Mebusan Cad. No: 8 İç Kapı No: 102, Kılıçali Paşa, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye


Departure Time


Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Istanbul Private Guided Tour for Layover Flight. Transfer incl.
11/2/2023 - 8/31/2024

Monday - Thursday : 06:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Friday - Sunday : 06:30 AM - 11:30 PM
9/1/2024 - 9/30/2024
Monday - Saturday : 06:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Sunday : 06:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

4 to 8 hours


User's Reviews

Bridget_C

26 Mar, 2024

Istanbul was so spectacular! I arrived at 4:10 pm and had 8 hrs to spare. I was worried about missing out due to an evening tour. I got to see so much and had an awesome meal. Thanks to my guide, Latif! I recommend this layover tour.

Shasta_B

21 Mar, 2024

We had a great layover tour. I wasn't sure what to expect. We were happily surprised by how easy the whole process was. We received plenty of instructions for leaving our bags and locating the driver at the airport. Things went perfectly. Once we got into the city, we were met by the greatest tour guide ever. Miev was awesome!! She was friendly and made sure we saw all the things we wanted to. Thank you for making our afternoon in Istanbul a wonderful memory.

Shelley_C

19 Mar, 2024

Absolutely world class. Burak was extremely knowledgeable, well-spoken and conversational. And he could not have been kinder to or more patient with my 92-year old aunt. Bravo!

H4196WKmargaretb

07 Mar, 2024

Couldn’t recommend this company more. Excellent communication, prompt, and helped facilitate a great layover tour. As a solo female traveler in her 20’s, I felt incredibly safe. I particularly loved my guide Mev who tailored the experience to my interests. She was knowledgeable, thorough, friendly, punctual and engaging. You can tell she really cared about providing the best experience possible and shared tips and hidden spots that I wouldn’t have known/discovered on my own! If I knew someone visiting, I would suggest Mev and this company.

beaumont_flowergirl

03 Mar, 2024

What a terrific two-day layover in Istanbul. A friend highly recommended Istanbul Layover Tours. I was able to book a private tour with Mev for a day and a half. The tour included a transfer to and from the airport to my hotel - which was a bonus. It was easy to find the meet up place for the transfer at the airport. Mev met me at my hotel, and we set off for a walking tour of the Asian side including a late lunch and great ferry ride. The full day tour the next day was great as well. We visited the old city including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar. The weather was perfect, and it was not crowded at all. She shared architectural history and knew great places for traditional Turkish food. It was like touring the city with a friend. Latif was very responsive during the booking process. There are many layover tours available in Istanbul. Look no further. I would use them again.

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