Private Shopping Tour: Grand Bazaar & Spice Market

Start Point: Your Hotel 4.5

Overview

Experience the spirit of Istanbul by embarking on a customized excursion through the world-renowned Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar. Countless shops and stands filled with beautiful things, exquisite carpets, superb jewelry, and plenty of other items makes this marketplace a unique experience. 

Ensuring a hassle-free experience, our guides lead the way in a seamlessly custom-tailored manner, allowing real shopping immersion without all the chaos. You will be able to shop the authentic way without worrying about the bustle. 

Along with our access to local hubs, you will be an Istanbul citizen for the day and be able to enjoy the most stunning bazaars in Istanbul. From this tour, one can get many insights into landmarks shopping and souvenir deals which will be a perfect interplay of old-world traditions and new-age culture. 
 

Tour Info
Sight To See
  • Grand Bazaar
  • Spice Market (Egyptian Bazaar)

Itinerary

Kapalıçarşı, or Grand Bazaar, is a vast complex bustling with visitors, historical landmarks, and numerous shops. Spice Bazaar, also called as Mısır Çarşısı in Turkish, is vibrant, aromatic, and a worthy addition to your Grand Bazaar visit because it's only a few blocks away. It's a paradise to the senses with an abundance of spices and herbs, sweets, dried fruits, and Teas. You will dive into the wonderful sights and smells which have made this bazaar popular among tourists and locals.

What are the advantages of Private Shopping Tour? 

  • Here, you can relish the joy of shopping within this historic labyrinth without the concerns of encountering scams, losing your way, or feeling overwhelmed.
  • You will receive guidance from a member of our agency staff, subject to availability.
  • You will see all the busy stalls, enjoy real Turkish tastes that won't make you feel uncomfortable in the authentic atmosphere, and all of that will happen only under the supervision of our friendly experts.
  • This experience will be shaped with your personal preferences and interests and offered exclusively for your benefit.
  • Through our established connections, we provide exclusive discounts, allowing access to experiences typically reserved for locals. Should you require additional time, we will gladly accompany you as long as we are available. 
  • You will be treated with hospitality and respect, befitting a local rather than feeling pressured to purchase. 

Tour itinerary includes visits to primary establishments for souvenirs, jewelry, bags, towels, carpets, scarves, lamps, ceramics, spices, drinks and more, tailored to your requests.

The Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar are close to each other so they are conveniently situated near the port, making it easily accessible for those arriving by cruise and for visitors staying close to Metro, Ferry, or Tram stations. By booking this private shopping tour of Istanbul's Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar Shopping Tour you will avoid wasting time at unworthy stalls and enjoy a seamless, stress-free experience. 
 

  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
  • Not wheelchair accessible.
  • Stroller accessible.
  • Near to public transportation.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
  • Not wheelchair accessible.
  • Stroller accessible.
  • Near public transportation.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusion
  • Private Tour
  • Licensed Tour Guide
  • Drink Samples
Exclusion
  • Transportation by Private Van (Optional)
  • Meals
  • Personal Expenses
  • Gratitudes (suggested)

Cancellation Policy

24 Hour - Free cancellation

You are eligible for a full refund if you cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time of the experience.

However, if you cancel within 24 hours of the start time, no refund will be issued, and we will not be able to accept any modification requests during this period.

Please note that all cancellation deadlines are based on local time.