🌟 Customized Istanbul Tour – Private Shore Excursion from Cruise Port

Why Choose a Customized Istanbul Tour?

Your time in Istanbul is limited, but your interests are unique. With our Customized Istanbul Tour, you can design your own private itinerary together with your licensed guide. This tour is recommended for groups of 6 or more people and is perfect for cruise passengers who want flexibility, comfort, and insider recommendations.

Your private English-speaking guide will meet you at Istanbul Cruise Port holding a sign with your name. From there, you will decide together which sites to visit, depending on your interests and your cruise ship’s schedule.

Tour Highlights (You Decide)

With your guide’s advice, you may include:

• ✅ Hagia Sophia – Entrance: 28 USD pp – Duration: 45–60 min
• ✅ Topkapi Palace – Entrance: 55 USD pp – Duration: 1.5–2 hrs
• ✅ Underground Cistern (Basilica Cistern) – Entrance: 38 USD pp – Duration: 30–60 min
• ✅ Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque) – Free entrance
• ✅ Hippodrome of Constantinople – Free entrance
• ✅ Grand Bazaar & Spice Market – Free entrance & free time for shopping
• ✅ Optional Shopping Breaks – Carpets, jewelry, leather, ceramics

Parking Fees: Old City parking: 10 USD per minivan

Important Update for Hagia Sophia

Since January 15, 2024, live guiding inside Hagia Sophia is not allowed. Visitors must use smartphones and headphones for the official audio guide system. Headphones are available at the entrance for 3.5 USD if needed. Guests without smartphones will follow on-site signs. More info: https://ar.demx.org.tr

Dress Code for Mosques

• 👔 Men: Knees must be covered (pants or long shorts required).
• 🧕 Women: Head, shoulders, and legs must be covered. Covers are available at Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque entrances.
• 👞 Shoes: Must be removed before entering mosques.
  Failure to comply may result in denied entry.

What’s Included

• Professional licensed English-speaking guide
• Private A/C deluxe vehicle with driver
• Local taxes
• Languages available upon request: Spanish, Portuguese, French, Japanese

What’s Not Included

• Meals not mentioned in itinerary
• Tips to driver & guide
• Entrance fees & parking fees

Pricing & Reservation

💰 Tour Price: From 100 USD per person (depending on group size)

Group Rates (per person):

• Up to 12 people:  → 200 USD pp
• 13–20 people: → 100 USD pp

Easy Booking Policy

• No credit card required at reservation
• Secure online payment link sent via email

Payment Methods:

• Credit Card (via secure link)
• Zelle: salman@salmankurt.com (Name: Salman Kurt)

Why Book With Us?

• ✔️ 100% Flexible Itinerary – choose the sites you want
• ✔️ Professional licensed local guides
• ✔️ Private transportation – no waiting for groups
• ✔️ Worry-free: guaranteed on-time return to your cruise ship
• ✔️ Trusted local operator with years of experience

With a Customized Istanbul Tour, you enjoy the city your way – history, culture, shopping, or leisure. It’s the best way to make the most of your short stay in Istanbul.