My family and I spent 6 days and 5 nights exploring Istanbul and Cappadocia with Pride Turkey, and we loved every bit of our experience. From beginning to end, the entire trip was extremely well organized. Pride Turkey was thorough and professional, the guides were knowledgeable and always on time, and the drivers were experienced and dependable. This was especially important in Cappadocia, where some of the roads and terrain can be rocky and challenging. Having skilled drivers made us feel safe and comfortable throughout the trip. A very special thank you to Yaprak, who made our experience even more memorable. She was professional, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable about Turkish history. We were traveling with children, and she was always understanding, flexible, and accommodating. She was also very communicative and cooperative throughout the trip, which made everything so much easier for our family. We truly loved every part of our 6-day journey and would highly recommend Pride Turkey to anyone looking for a well-organized, educational, and memorable experience in Turkey. Thank you for making our family vacation so special!
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Tickets to Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace with Harem
- Private Guide Service in Istanbul For 7 - 8 hours
- Pick up at the Hotels in the Old City (Walk to the Monuments)
Excludes
- No food or beverage costs are included for guests. An additional payment of 15 euros is mandatory for the guide's meal.
- This tour starts at the meeting point and is done entirely on foot. This is a cultural tour with detailed explanations and a large number of visits
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- The Basilica restaurant is located right in front of the main entrance of the Basilica Cistern and is about 80-100 meters from the entrance of the Hagia Sophia Mosque.
Return
- The Basilica restaurant is located right in front of the main entrance of the Basilica Cistern and is about 80-100 meters from the entrance of the Hagia Sophia Mosque.
Itinerary
The Hagia Sophia Mosque, located in Istanbul, Turkey, is an iconic historical monument that has played various roles over the years. Originally built as a Byzantine Christian cathedral in 537 under the name "Hagia Sophia" or "Hagia Sophia", it was the religious center of the Eastern Orthodox Church for nearly 1,000 years. The Hagia Sophia Mosque is famous for its impressive architecture, with a large central dome and historical mosaics depicting religious scenes and important figures. Throughout the centuries, it has been a symbol of Istanbul's rich history and cultural diversity.
The Blue Mosque is one of the most iconic monuments in Istanbul, Türkiye. History and Construction: The construction of the Blue Mosque began in 1609 during the reign of the Ottoman Sultan Ahmet I and was completed in 1616. The mosque was designed by the royal architect Sedefkar Mehmed Ağa in an architectural style that combines classical Ottoman elements with Byzantine influences. . Impressive Architecture: The Blue Mosque is famous for its impressive architecture and design. It has a large central dome and several smaller domes around it. Ceramic Tiles: The interior of the mosque is famous for the more than 20,000 blue colored ceramic tiles that cover the walls, columns and domes. The Blue Mosque remains a prominent symbol of Istanbul's rich cultural and historical heritage and is an active place of worship for Muslims, as well as a popular destination for tourists visiting the city.
The Constantinople Hippodrome, also known as the Istanbul Hippodrome, was a former entertainment and events center in the city of Constantinople, present-day Istanbul, Turkey. The hippodrome was built by the Roman Emperor Septimius Severus in AD 203. and later it was enlarged and renovated by various emperors. It served as a venue for chariot racing competitions and other sporting and social events throughout the centuries. The hippodrome featured several notable monuments and obelisks, including the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Obelisk of Constantine, and the Serpentine Column. These memorial structures were erected to honor emperors and important events. In addition to chariot racing, the hippodrome also hosted events such as concerts, festivals, and religious celebrations. It was an important meeting point for the community and a place where public speeches and ceremonial acts were held.
Topkapi Palace, located in Istanbul, Turkey, was the main residence of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th century. It is famous for its opulent architecture and exquisite gardens. It houses historical treasures such as the Dagger of Muhammad and the Prophet's Spoon, as well as religious relics and imperial collections. The palace consists of several courtyards, pavilions and rooms, including the Harem, where the sultan's concubines and wives lived. It offers a unique insight into Ottoman court life and is a must-see attraction for visitors who want to explore Istanbul's rich heritage.
OPTIONAL VISIT : Istanbul Basilica Cistern, also known as Yerebatan Sarnıcı in Turkish, is an impressive underground structure built in the 6th century during the Byzantine Empire. Located near the Basilica of Hagia Sophia, this cistern was designed to store and supply water to the city. Its 336 Roman and Byzantine columns support brick vaults. Two columns with sculpted bases of Medusa stand out. Abandoned for centuries, it was rediscovered and restored in 1985. The Basilica Cistern is a fascinating example of ancient engineering and a unique tourist attraction in Istanbul.
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I traveled with my family for the first time, I wasn't sure if to take any agency. From the first time I contacted Pride Travel , they were increíble. The replies were in the same moment that I wrote. The service excellent, everything was accurate, the guides, the drivers , the tours, i recommend them with no doubt. Basak, Bulent , the whole staff is,excellent. Thank you so much for everything. You are amazing.
We spent two days visiting the most representative parts of Istanbul on a private tour with my family and we enjoyed it a lot. Everything perfectly coordinated, with punctuality and adapted perfectly to what we were looking for. At all times the guide was super attentive and kept adapting to the family's pace, which is very important when you travel with three children of different ages. In summary, highly recommended and a fantastic experience.
Ten out of ten experience, everything super organized, maximum punctuality and very personal and effective attention from Tatiana
It was truly an unforgettable experience. Pride took care of everything and in everything demonstrated seriousness, punctuality, and quality. If I were to return to TURKEY, I would surely do it with Pride. I am going to recommend it to my friends in Ecuador. Always keep it up.
The Yaprack guide was the best part of Istanbul. Super willing to help. Super knowledgeable. Great. 10.pts
Very good service, my guide was excellent
We have toured the most touristic areas of Turkey, Istanbul, Smyrna, Ephesus, Pamukale and Cappadocia. All transfers were made by plane, organized by Tatiana, so we did not waste any time and we were able to enjoy at all times the places we have visited, with great guides who advised us at all times. The groups were few people, so they made us feel like family. I advise this agency without hesitation. I'd hire the same agency again.
The guides and drivers super professional. Always complied with the schedules and we felt like family Tatiana in Turkey and Martin in Greece were always answering to the smallest detail at any time. I am already recommending Thank you for those magnificent days!!!
The attention of Tatiana impeccable, solves any doubt instantly. It explains everything and helps you in whatever you need. Planning accomplished to detail, guides well. But the best thing is how accompanied you feel with Tatiana. Recommended 100%
Great experience!! Attention, friendliness, security and also eats very well! We toured several cities and everything was wonderful, thank you very much
We hired the services of Price Travel on the Recommendation of some friends and the truth the service, punctuality and professionalism was the best, the guides with a lot of experience and knowledge which made each tour a real learning, additional have almost immediate answers to any queries and at any time, thank you very much to Basak for making our stay an unforgettable trip, 100% recommended.
We were organized for Mexican Tours, Hotels , Internal Flights, Transfers for Istanbul and Cappadocia Tatiana always attentive and all very professional. A great experience.
Everything offered was a reality, everything very well coordinated. Tatiana is always very attentive to giving us her support, coordinating the pick-up, boarding passes, in short. Serious and reliable people. In 4 nights you visit a beautiful circuit with very good guides in Spanish. Thank you
Each tour was a different and incredible experience. All services were excellent. Excellent transfers and guides. Especially Lale in Istanbul. The included gastronomic experience was to our liking, as were the Hotels.
The excellent guides. The transfers of the Transfers are very responsible. And especially Ms. Basak who was excellent in the itinerary of the tour I took.
They recommended this agency to us for our trip to Türkiye and it was a success. We only bought the international flights and they took care of everything else, and once in Istanbul they gave us recommendations on where to eat and what to do in our free time. The hotels are also very well located and clean. We especially want to highlight the guide we had in Istanbul, Deniz, she was an excellent professional, telling us curiosities and answering our questions. For us the best guide of the entire trip.
Excellent guide Denise. Always friendly and suggesting the best options. The narration of the places is also very interesting. Super recommended
The tour was very complete and very well organized. We felt very safe, calm and it gave us free time for photos and buying souvenirs. The guide Denis in Istanbul and the guide Uri in Capadoccia were the best, 3 very friendly, attentive professionals who know a lot about Turkey. Turkey is a fascinating country but if you get to know it in the company of this agency you will do better
It has been an incredible experience, the tour guide Lale is very kind, patient, explanatory, the tours are beautiful and very directed to the important parts of Istanbul! 7 out of 5 very happy!!!!
Very good destinations. Turkey is excellent and full of options. The agency in general is very good, especially Ms. Tatiana, our advisor, always available for any questions.
Excellent place and excellent attention received. Everything is very well organized and they are attentive to you. Super highly recommended.
We had a very good experience with the agency and with our personal guide Deniz. We were 6 adults. He presented the wonders to us to see, in a very didactic and professional way. Excellent visit.
Lale was our guide and she was very punctual and super attentive with the whole family, especially with our baby. We really liked the tour, the food was very delicious and Lale gave us good tips for shopping. Highly recommended 👌🏽
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