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Cruise Ship Excursion: Istanbul Port

Is your cruise docking in Istanbul? Make the most of every minute with a private excursion designed for cruise passengers. We pick you up at Galataport or Karaköy port, cover the essential monuments and return you to the ship with time to spare.

desde 160€ Duration: 7-8 horas Ship return guaranteed
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Cruise Ship Excursion: Istanbul Port
Direct pickup and drop-off at Istanbul port Optimized route to maximize your port hours Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar in one day Short Bosphorus cruise included in the route Private guide who monitors timing throughout No risk of missing your ship: we track schedules Quick lunch at an authentic local restaurant
Private tour
Spanish & English
Fully customizable
Free cancellation 48h
Ship return guaranteed
Cruise Ship Excursion: Istanbul Port
Cruise Ship Excursion: Istanbul Port

Itinerary

1

Port pickup (Galataport / Karaköy)

your guide meets you with a sign at the terminal exit. If arriving by tender, we wait at the landing point. Short transfer to Sultanahmet (10-15 min).

2

Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque (2h)

guided visit to Istanbul's two most iconic monuments. We use pre-booked timed tickets to skip lines and maximize your time.

3

Hippodrome & Basilica Cistern (45 min)

we walk through the ancient Roman chariot racing track and descend into the underground water palace with its 336 columns.

4

Quick lunch (45 min)

meal at a local neighborhood restaurant we know well. Quick dishes without sacrificing authenticity: kebab, pide or meze.

5

Grand Bazaar (1h)

efficient walkthrough of the world's largest market. We take you to the best sections for ceramics, lamps, leather and spices. Free time for shopping.

6

Mini Bosphorus cruise (1h)

short sailing so you can see Istanbul from the water. Views of Dolmabahçe Palace, Galata Tower and the city skyline.

7

Return to port (30 min before ship deadline)

we get you back with time to spare. Your guide accompanies you to the terminal entrance.

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off at Istanbul port
  • Private guide for the entire excursion
  • Private air-conditioned transport
  • Mini Bosphorus cruise ticket
  • Ship schedule monitoring
  • WhatsApp support from the day before

Not included

  • Monument entrance fees (approx. €50/person)
  • Lunch (approx. €10-15)
  • Personal shopping

FAQ

Most cruises dock at Galataport (the new terminal) or Karaköy. Both are 10-15 minutes from Sultanahmet. We pick you up at either one.

We monitor your ship by GPS. If there's a delay, we adjust the route in real time so you don't miss the key sights.

We guarantee being back at least 30 minutes before the boarding deadline. In 8 years we've never had a client miss their ship.

Yes, if you've already seen a monument or prefer more shopping time, we adjust the stops.

Yes, we have an express 5-6 hour version covering Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar without the Bosphorus cruise.

The base price is per person for groups of 2-4. For individuals or larger groups, ask us.
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