Istanbul: Private Stopover Tour with Airport Transfers 8-Hour Private Stopover Tour
ID: GYG1388374-O-2119540
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Make the most of your layover with a private stopover tour of Istanbul.Round-trip airport transfers, a licensed guide, and a fully customized itinerary designed around your flight schedule.
Make the most of your layover in Istanbul with a private guided stopover tour that includes round-trip airport transfers from Istanbul Airport (IST).Choose between a 4, 6, or 8-hour experience and discover some of the city's most iconic landmarks with a professional licensed guide before returning to the airport in time for your next flight.
After meeting your driver at the airport, travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to Istanbul's Historic Peninsula, where your licensed guide will begin a guided walking tour. Visit the German Fountain, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque(outside during prayer times), and Hagia Sophia (exterior guidance), while learning about the city's rich Byzantine and Ottoman history.
Depending on the duration selected, continue to additional attractions such as Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, the *Grand Bazaar,the Spice Bazaar, or enjoy a scenic drive along the Bosphorus.Entrance tickets to museums are optional and not included.
Choose from 4, 6, or 8-hour options to match your layover. Longer tours allow additional time to visit museums, local neighborhoods, or enjoy a meal at a traditional Turkish restaurant (at your own expense).
At the end of your tour, you will be transferred back to Istanbul Airport with sufficient time before your departing flight.
Suggested Itinerary
4-Hour Tour
* Pickup from Istanbul Airport
* Transfer to Sultanahmet
* Guided walking tour of the German Fountain, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, and Hagia Sophia (outside)
* Return transfer to the airport
6-Hour Tour
* Everything included in the 4-hour tour
* Visit the Grand Bazaar or Basilica Cistern (optional entrance)
* Scenic drive through the historic city
* Return transfer to the airport
8-Hour Tour
* Everything included in the 6-hour tour
* Visit Topkapi Palace (optional entrance)
* Stop at the Spice Bazaar or Bosphorus waterfront
* Free time for lunch (at your own expense)
* Return transfer to the airport
Highlights
- Make the most of your layover with a private stopover tour of Istanbul
- Enjoy round-trip airport transfers from Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen
- Explore Istanbul with a licensed guide and a fully customized itinerary
- Choose between 4, 6, or 8 hours to discover Istanbul at your own pace
- Relax with a timely airport return, allowing plenty of time for your next flight
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This is a fully private and fully customizable experience.
There is no fixed itinerary. Every tour is planned according to your flight schedule, available time, and personal interests.
Please contact our team immediately after booking and provide: Flight number, Arrival and departure times, Airport (IST or SAW), The attractions or neighborhoods you would like to visit.
Our travel specialists will create a personalized itinerary before your arrival.
We monitor your flight and adjust pickup times if your flight is delayed.
Your guide will plan the tour to ensure you return to the airport with sufficient time before your departing flight.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Entrance tickets can be purchased on the day if you decide to visit museums or attractions.
INCLUDED
- Private round-trip airport transfers
- Meet and greet at the airport
- Licensed professional Tourmania guide
- Private customized tour
- Air-conditioned private vehicle
- Flexible itinerary planning
- Airport drop-off after the tour
NOT INCLUDED
- Entrance tickets
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
