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Inclusions

Istanbul Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

• 1-day hop-on hop-off tour of Istanbul
• Audio guide in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Arabic, Russian & Turkish
• Free Wi-Fi and charging station on board

Hagia Sophia

• Skip-the-tickets line access to Hagia Sophia
• Access to visitors area

• First bus: 10am from Sultanahmet
• Last bus: 5pm from Sultanahmet
• Frequency: every 30 mins
• Popular stops: Dolmabahçe Palace, Naval Museum, Beşiktaş Bazaar

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Istanbul Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

• Tip: Make friends with the bus driver, they always have the best insider tips about the city and where to stop for iconic food places.
• Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult all the time.
• Your hop-on hop-off route is subject to change depending on special walks, parades, weather, and natural disasters.
• During peak hours, seating cannot be guaranteed on both decks.

Hagia Sophia

• Tip: Try to find the few remaining Christian mosaics that survived the transformation from a church to a mosque.
• The prayer area on the first floor can only be entered by Turkish citizens.
• This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• You skip the ticket lines but you cannot skip the security check.
• The security check can take up to 60 minutes during peak seasons.
• Women should not wear knee-length shorts, skirts, or clothing with exposed shoulders or chests. Hair should be partially covered with a scarf.
• Men should not wear knee-length shorts or clothing with exposed shoulders.
• Clothes and scarves are available for purchase at the entrance of the attraction.
• Hagia Sophia is under renovation, therefore, not all parts of the building are open to the public.
• Due to the Friday prayer, the Mosque will be closed to tourists from 12pm to 2pm. For a smoother experience, it's recommend visiting after 4pm to avoid the lengthy security line anticipated between 2pm and 4pm.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Inclusions

Basilica Cistern

• Skip-the-line entry to the Basilica Cistern
• Multilingual audio guide in English, German, Russian, French, Spanish, Iranian, Arabic, and Turkish

Hop-On Hop-Off

• 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
• Audio guide in English, German, Russian, French, Spanish, Iranian, Arabic, and Turkish
• Onboard Wi-Fi & charging points

Exclusions

Hop-On Hop-Off

• Entry tickets to attractions
• Guided visits inside attractions
• Headset for smartphone

Bus Tour

• First Bus: 10am from stop #1 (Sultanahmet Square)
• Last Bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Sultanahmet Square)
• Frequency: Every 60 mins
• Popular stops: Taksim Square, Beylerbeyi Palace, Spice Bazaar & Dolmabahce Palace

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Basilica Cistern

• Tip: Observe the carp swimming in the water. The fish add a dynamic element to the cistern, often visible from the raised platforms.
• It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes.

Hop-On Hop-Off

• Tip: Have a blast exploring Taksim Square! Marvel at the iconic Republic Monument in the heart of the square.
• Facilities: Free Wi-Fi, Charging station, Recorded commentary.
• The departure times and timetables might change due to traffic, road work, or weather conditions.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.