Spend a delightful day on a private tour that takes you to some of the most interesting sites in the heart of Istanbul. See the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and explore the vibrant Grand Bazaar.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Private group
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian
- Pickup included
- Your hotel or meeting point in Istanbul.
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
Highlights
- Visit the ancient water storage museum, Basilica Cistern
- Explore Hagia Sophia with its mosaics and largest dome
- See the Blue Mosque and admire beautiful blue tiles
- Experience the visually stimulating Grand Bazaar
- Visit emperor life place of ottoman sultans, Topkapı palace
Full description
Explore Istanbul according to your own interests on a tailor-made sightseeing tour to be taken over the course of 1 or 2 days. A licensed guide will meet you in your hotel or port and take you to the sights that you want to see.
Marvel at the iconic tiles and minarets of the Blue Mosque, built in the early 1600s for Sultan Ahmet I. Feast your eyes on the mosaics of the Hagia Sophia, and discover a stunning and seamless blend of Christian and Islamic influences. Amble through the world's largest (and oldest) covered market on a tour of the Grand Bazaar. See Basilica Cistern, underground water storage below ground.
Go to Topkapı Palace to see the last Imperial residence of the Ottoman sultans and the seat of the Supreme Executive and Judiciary Council for 400 years. Travel back further to the Byzantine Empire, when the city was known as “Constantinople” at the Hippodrome and its 4 monuments; the Fountain Of Wilhelm II, the Obelisk Of Theodosius, the Serpentine Column, and the Column Of Constantine.
Your guide will work with you to create an itinerary that suits, leaving you satisfied that you have seen all of Istanbul.
Includes
- Private professional licensed guide
- 1 or 2-day tour (depending on option chosen)
- Any gratuities for guide and driver
- Any drinks (unless specifically mentioned)
- Entrance tickets
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
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Important information
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sun hat
Know before you go
- Comfortable shoes, a hat and plenty of sunscreen are recommended as shade is limited. The order of the tour itinerary may vary in order to avoid congestion. Guests should watch their step at all times in order to avoid injuries
