Skip The Line Private Tour Treasures of Istanbul with Lunch in Istanbul
Istanbul, Turkey

Skip The Line Private Tour Treasures of Istanbul with Lunch

Outty Ranking 55 4.5 · 2 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $65

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55/100

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4.5/5

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Is Skip The Line Private Tour Treasures of Istanbul with Lunch worth booking?

Skip The Line Private Tour Treasures of Istanbul with Lunch is a 4-hour experience in Istanbul, Turkey, from $65 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
55 / 100
Rating
4.5/5 (2)
Duration
4 hours
From
$65 per person

Visit > Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace with Harem Section, Basilica Cistern, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and Grand Bazaar SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets, Guiding in your own language, Pick up service provided Explore Historical Peninsu

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    About this experience

    Visit > Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace with Harem Section, Basilica Cistern, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and Grand Bazaar SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets, Guiding in your own language, Pick up service provided Explore Historical Peninsula in a unique, personal way. Be enchanted by the mosaics of Hagia Sophia. See the priceless treasures of Topkapi palace including the HAREM Section. Visit the biggest underground cistern of Constantinople. Experience shopping in the grand bazaar, which has been the center of shopping for centuries. Walk along the historical hippodrome and see the German Fountain and obelisk. See the colorful mosaics of the Sultanahmet mosque. Learn history about Byzantines, Ottomans, and Modern Turks from your expert local guide. Do not wait in the long queues with Skip-The-Line tickets provided for you

    Traveler reviews

    2 verified traveler reviews for Skip The Line Private Tour Treasures of Istanbul with Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    KanaSuzuk1 · May 2020

    An excellently organised tour. Thank you for a truly wonderful and memorable trip!

    An absolutely superb tour!! All the magical places to visit in Turkey neatly packed into one fabulous trip with the extra comfort of a private vehicle. The whole trip was organised very well. Kerem, at the tour agency, went out of his way to help and change our itinerary to fit our needs. Any issues were resolved promptly and my friend and I had the most enjoyable and stress-free holiday! Kerem even managed to get us Japanese speaking guides (which I'm sure was not an easy task), which made a world of difference to my friend who only speaks Japanese and very limited English!! A truly excellent service. All the guides provided on our tour had great knowledge of Turkish history and culture. The hotels and restaurants included in the tour were very nice; the cave hotel in Cappadocia was magnificent! The whole trip ran very smoothly, despite a full schedule and various moving parts to the trip. As it was a private tour for the whole 11 days, we also had flexibility to visit some vineyards along the way to enjoy some local wines which was absolutely wonderful. Sitting in a beautiful vineyard with a glass of wine with my childhood friend really was the icing on the cake. Highly recommended.

    Response from the operator: Dear K Suzuki; Thank you for sharing your experience. It's a great pleasure for us to hear that you enjoyed your trip with us. Your feedback always motivates us to serve you better. We are looking forward to seeing you again. Kind regards, TOUR ALTİNKUM TRAVEL

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    JoweenC · May 2019

    great planning and arrangement by the tour agency

    the whole trip was great as i was traveling with my mum only. I had booked this tour via internet and of course reading all the review before the booking. despite it was my first time traveling to turkey and also my first time doing a local tour booking from the internet. i have to say the agency did a great job with all the arrangement as the all pick up and dropped off at different places, different times etc are all done smoothly. I was alittle worry during the trip as we were taking private coach bus by ourselves and alittle lost on which stops to alight but great that all the people we met during the trip gave us lots of help. plus the planning of the tour agency was right on time, as once we got off the bus, our local car pick up is there waiting for us etc. other than catching the public bus coach can be in a rush but we manage to get it done. the whole tour is cool, everything is great and enjoy the trip very much.

    Response from the operator: Dear Joween C; Thank you for sharing your experience with us. It's a great pleasure for us to hear that you enjoyed your trip with us. The feedback always motivates us to serve you better. Thank you very much once again and we are looking forward to seeing you again. Kind Regards, TOUR ALTİNKUM TRAVEL

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    Good to know

    Duration
    4 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Booked in 30 days
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    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 55

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)77
    Review evidence (18% weight)17
    Booking momentum (14% weight)13
    Value for money (12% weight)58
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)48
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Skip The Line Private Tour Treasures of Istanbul with Lunch: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Istanbul.

    How much does Skip The Line Private Tour Treasures of Istanbul with Lunch cost?

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    Prices start at $65 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Istanbul usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Skip The Line Private Tour Treasures of Istanbul with Lunch take?

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    Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Istanbul is not rushed.

    Is Skip The Line Private Tour Treasures of Istanbul with Lunch worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Istanbul, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Skip The Line Private Tour Treasures of Istanbul with Lunch?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Skip The Line Private Tour Treasures of Istanbul with Lunch suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Skip The Line Private Tour Treasures of Istanbul with Lunch?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Istanbul can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Istanbul and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Skip The Line Private Tour Treasures of Istanbul with Lunch start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Istanbul within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Istanbul?

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    On Outty we rank every Istanbul experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour, Istanbul Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Asian Side Stop, ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Istanbul?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Istanbul?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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