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Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan) Night Tour in Istanbul

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Known locally as Yerebatan Sarayı (Sunken Palace) or Yerebatan Sarnıcı (Sunken Cistern), this underground water cistern was the major water reservoir of Constantinople.

About this activity

Free cancellation

Free cancellation until 24 hours before.

Location

İstanbul

Group Size

Max 12 People

Guide Language

English

Package Options

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Adult (up to 6 people)
€3,000.00
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Overview

This private night tour of the Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnıcı) invites you into Istanbul’s most atmospheric underground structure—after the crowds have gone. With special government permission, your group will enter after 20:00 to explore the haunting echoes and mythic beauty of this 6th-century wonder. Let your guide reveal the legends, architecture, and spiritual aura that make this experience unforgettable. All Tours

Duration

1.5 to 2 hours (After 20:00, private slot only)

Includes & Excludes

✔️ Private guide and special entrance permission

✔️ Entry ticket to Basilica Cistern

✔️ Hotel pick-up & drop-off (central areas)

✔️ All taxes and service charges

❌ Meals and beverages

❌ Personal expenses

Pickup & Drop-off

• Round-trip transfers included from centrally located hotels (Sultanahmet, Taksim, Galata)

Meeting Point

• If transfer not selected, meet at Yerebatan Cistern main entrance (details shared after booking)

Important Notes

Reservations must be made before 16:00 the previous day

Passport details of all participants are required upon booking

Flat shoes recommended due to wet or uneven surfaces

Photography welcome – bring your best low-light gear!

Tour not suitable for guests with severe mobility issues

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