PRIVATE CUSTOM TOUR
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At 9:00 am, you will be greeted at the exit gate of the customs area of Galataport Istanbul cruise port by Sightseeist dedicated guide, for departure by deluxe air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz minivan for an unforgettable Istanbul visit.

Your private tour will start with a visit to Topkapi Palace -  the main residence of the sultans for almost three centuries. Turks ruled most of Europe and the Middle East from here. Continue to visit to World famous Hagia Sophia, the church of the Divine Wisdom, which is one of the most extraordinary constructions in the World. The next visits will be to the Roman Hippodrome, the largest chariot race ground of the Byzantine Empire and Sultanahmet Mosque, Blue Mosque - the masterpiece of 17th century Ottoman Architecture, famous for its unique handmade Iznik tiles impressing the guests with their rich dominant blue colors and oriental patterns. They have become collectors’ items today, auctioned at celebrated houses like the Sotheby’s.

Last, visit the Grand Bazaar, the largest and oldest covered Bazaar in Turkey with more than 4,000 shops. A variety of handicrafts, gold and silver jewelry, carpets, rugs, antiques, tiles, leather, ceramics and souvenirs all sold in small shops next to each other. 

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At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to Galataport Istanbul cruise port to board on your ship with a stop for some baklava tasting.