Lgbt Friendly Top Sites of Old Istanbul – Half Day Tour
Discover the beauty of Old Istanbul with Turkey Gay Tours’ expert guides. Our private walking tour allows you to dictate the pace and choose which iconic sites to explore, such as the magnificent Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, the rich history of Topkapi Palace, and the stunning architecture of Basilica Cistern and Hippodrome. Immerse yourself in the local culture by honing your bargaining skills at Grand Bazaar. Our LGBT-friendly guides ensure a professional and enjoyable experience. Join us for a day of unforgettable exploration.
Tour Details
Duration: Half Day (4 Hrs.) or Full Day (6-7 Hrs) depending on your preference.
Departure Point: Port, your hotel, airbnb ( in the old city, Taksim, Sirkeci, Karakoy, Galata, Besiktas )
Finishing Point: At your hotel or port
Sites included:
- Hagia Sophia, ( it is mosque now and none has right to skip the lines )
- Blue Mosque,
- Basilica Cistern,
- Hippodrome,
- Topkapi Palace ( you may replace it with a Bosphorus Cruise or visit to the Dolmabahce Palace )
- Grand Bazaar
IMPORTANT: Our tours’ being full day or half day depend on your choice of visiting Topkapi Palace! If you like to visit the palace, the tour would be a full day otherwise half day!
Please note:
- Topkapi Palace also can be replaced with Bosphorus Cruise or visit to the Dolmabahce Palace.
- Harem Section is not included in the price, you may visit during the tour if you like. You just need to pay the fee of the entrance and we do not charge anything for guiding.
Itinerary:
Your guide can meet you at your hotel or port where they will confirm the itinerary with you. You will then travel to the first attraction by public transportation or taxi. Upon arriving to the Old Town, the tour will be mostly by walking. ( No motored vehicles are allowed in the Old Town) At the end of your tour, you would be free to visit other sites of interest or your guide can accompany you back to your hotel.
Tour Highlights
- Full or Half day tour of Istanbul’s top sites with an expert tour guide
- Skip the lines at Basilica Cistern
- Get a deeper understanding of Islam in Blue Mosque
- Try your bargaining talent in the first shopping mall in the world, Grand Bazaar
Top Sites of Istanbul Half-day Tour
1 person 150 $
2 people 180 $
3 people 210 $
Full-day Tour with the Topkapi Palace
1 person 180 $
2 people 220 $
3 people 260 $
- For a group size of more than three people, please ask for a quote by an email.
- You can have half day; Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and Grand Bazaar
- You can have full day: Half Day + Topkapi Palace or Bosphorus boat tour with public one or private Yacht
What is included
- Professional Licensed Guiding Service in English by Gay or Gay Friendly tour guide ( Only official tour guides are allowed to provide guiding services and they all complete study for 4 years to be a guide,
- Taxi or public transportation during the tour, ferry, tram…
- Entrance Fees
- Private Tour
What is not included
- Food and drinks
- Personal Expenses
- Tipping tour guide.
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Destination
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Departure
Your hotel or Airbnb in the city center, Pier -
Departure Time
Recommended 8,30 or 9 pm, you can decide -
Return Time
Approximately 2 pm -
Dress Code
Casual, comfortable and light -
Included
Full DayHalf Day -
Not Included
5 Star AccommodationAirport TransferBreakfastGallery TicketLunchPersonal Guide