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    Istanbul Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour and Basilica Cistern: Skip The Line Ticket

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    Activity Schedule

    • When does it run?

      Daily 

    • Duration

      Hop on Hop off : 01 day

      Basilica Cistern : Recommended visit: 45 minutes, but stay as long as you wish
    • Start time

      Hop on Hop off : Buses operators from 10.00 am to 5 pm, every 45 minutes

      Basilica Cistern: 09.00 am to 06.30 pm (Last admission: 1 hour before closing)

    • Meeting Point
      Hop on Hop off : Make your way to Sultanahmet Square, Sultan Ahmet Parki,2 Istanbul, Turkey, 34122

      Basilica Cistern: Make your way to Basilica Cistern Alemdar Mh., Yerebatan Cd. 1/3, 34410, Istanbul

    • Ending Point

      Hop on Hop off : you can hop off at any of the stops

      Basilica Cistern: same as start point

    Key Highlights

    • Explore both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul & discover Istanbul’s top landmarks with the flexibility to hop on and off at key attractions throughout the day.
    • Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace with the Hop-On Hop-Off Tour, featuring multiple stops across the city.
    • Discover Istanbul's iconic landmarks like Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace with ease
    • Fast-track entry to the stunning Basilica Cistern, saving time on long queues.
    • Explore at your own pace with a smartphone audio guide, uncovering its Byzantine history and myths.
    • Admire 336 towering columns and the famous Medusa-head bases, relics of Greek mythology.
    • Enjoy a flexible visit, capturing stunning photos in this atmospheric underground marvel.

    Overview

    Discover Istanbul with the Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour and Basilica Cistern Skip-The-Line Ticket. Explore the city's rich heritage at your own pace, hopping on and off at key landmarks like Sultanahmet, Dolmabahçe Palace, and the Grand Bazaar. Travel in comfort on air-conditioned buses with multilingual audio guides providing fascinating insights into Istanbul’s history and culture.

    Skip the long queues at the Basilica Cistern, a stunning underground marvel from the Byzantine era. Wander through its dimly lit halls, admire the 336 towering columns, and uncover the mystery of Medusa-head bases with an informative smartphone audio guide. This combo tour offers the perfect blend of flexibility, history, and convenience, ensuring a seamless sightseeing experience in Istanbul!

    Inclusions & Exclusions

    Inclusions

    • 1 Day hop on hop off Bus Tour 
    • Audio Guide in 8 Language (English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Arabic, Russian, and Turkish.)
    • Skip-the-line entry ticket for Basilica Cistern with all-day validity
    • Audio guide app in 5 languages (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish)

    Exclusions

    • Entrance fees to attractions, unless specified
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Live guide

    Please note

    Voucher Information: Show your voucher on your smartphone or other device (if you'd rather print a copy - that's fine too!)

    Panoramic Evening tour is not an hop on hop off tour

    Istanbul is a functioning city and weather, traffic, and events may occasionally cause disruption.

    Timings and stops are subject to change. The updated map will be available once you board the bus.
    Basilica Cistern


    Please be aware that the actual ticket will be sent in a separate email. This voucher is not the final ticket. If you do not receive the email, kindly check your Spam folder. Use the online ticket line to skip the queues.

    All guests are subject to a security check before entering the Basilica Cistern, which can take up to 30 min or more. This ticket does not allow guests to skip the security line

    There is limited internet access on the venue, we recommend to download the audio guide app in advance of your visit to avoid any internet connectivity issues. Please bring our your headphones for audio guide

    The cistern is cool and humid, so bringing a light jacket is advisable, especially during summer. The floor can be damp, so wear comfortable, non-slip shoes for a safe visit.

    It's best to visit during quieter hours, such as early morning or late afternoon, to avoid crowds. Photography is allowed, but please avoid using flash to maintain the delicate atmosphere. Additionally, it may take a moment for your eyes to adjust to the low lighting inside, so give yourself time to adapt once you enter.

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