Istanbul Shore Excursion (Cruise)

Overview

Private Istanbul shore excursion for cruise passengers: pick-up at Galataport, Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Topkapi, back at port 90 minutes before departure.

This private shore excursion is planned around your ship's time in port, so you see the best of Istanbul without worrying about departure. Your guide waits at the exit of the Galataport cruise terminal or Sarayburnu port with a board showing your ship's name, and a private vehicle takes you straight to the Historic Peninsula.

Depending on your time ashore, you visit Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and the Basilica Cistern, with the Grand Bazaar if time permits; a prayer break is possible in Sultanahmet. You are back at the port 90 minutes before the ship departs. Transfers and guiding are included; museum entrances and lunch are paid on site. Bring your passport or ship card.