Discover the most popular tourist attractions in Sultanahmet (the old city) with a knowledgeable guide on a full-day tour. See the stunning UNESCO World Heritage sites and famous landmarks in Istanbul, including the impressive Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Sultanahmet Mosque, and the Hippodrome. Then, follow your guide in the Grand Bazaar, where you can browse through hundreds of shops selling textiles, jewelry, perfumes, spices, and more. Your guide will share the long history of Istanbul with your small group, limited to 10 participants, to provide a more intimate experience.
Small-group tour in Sultanahmet, the old city of Istanbul
Admire the breathtaking architecture and decoration of Hagia Sophia, a UNESCO World Heritage site
Visit the magnificent Sultanahmet Mosque and Topkapi Palace, both grand monuments of the Ottoman Empire
Learn about the role of the Hippodrome during the days of the Byzantine Empire
Explore the vibrant and historic shops in the Grand Bazaar
Gain knowledge about the long history of Istanbul, the Byzantine Empire, and the Ottoman Empire
Small-group tour with a maximum of 10 participants offers a more personalized experience
Professional English-speaking guide
Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off (hotels should be located in the city center, please check our radius)
Transportation in an air-conditioned mini-van
Museum entrance fees
Meals and drinks
Tips
Pick-up and drop-off at airports or hotels outside the city center (additional charge)
Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
Please Note: Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays and will be replaced with the
Basilica Cistern. The Grand Bazaar, which is closed on Sundays, will be replaced with the Spice Bazaar.
Wheelchair accessible
Accessible by stroller
Close to public transportation
Baby seats available
When visiting a mosque in Istanbul, women are required to cover their heads, shoulders, and knees. You can bring your own headscarf to cover your head, but please note that there is a scarf available (for a fee) at the entrance of every mosque. If you are wearing leggings, tights, or a skirt, a shawl will be provided at the entrance (for a fee).
Ladies must wear a headscarf and a modest dress that covers their shoulders and legs during mosque visits. You can bring your own headscarf to cover your head, but please note that disposable scarves are available (for a fee) at the entrance of every mosque.
Please note that there is a fair amount of walking on this tour. We cannot use vehicles between the sites due to the closed traffic in the Sultanahmet area.
Most travelers can participate
There will be a maximum of 10 travelers on this tour/activity
To receive a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the start of the experience.
No refunds will be given for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time of the experience.
Changes made less than 24 hours before the start time of the experience will not be accepted.
The operating hours are subject to the local time of the experience.
