8-Hour Istanbul Old City Tour with Topkapı Palace and Grand Bazaar

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Marvel at the stunning architecture and serene atmosphere of the Blue Mosque
• 02 Discover Hagia Sophia's fascinating blend of Christian and Islamic history
• 03 Visit the Obelisk, Column of Constantine, and Serpentine Column
• 04 Step into the luxurious world of Ottoman sultans at Topkapı Palace
• 05 Immerse yourself in the vibrant Grand Bazaar

Discover Istanbul's iconic landmarks on a private tour tailored to your preferences. Explore the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, delve into history at the Hippodrome and Topkapı Palace, and learn about the Byzantine and Ottoman Empire. Soak up the vibrant atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar while enjoying flexibility and personalized attention throughout your journey.

Explore the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, delve into history at the Hippodrome and Topkapı Palace, and learn about the Byzantine and Ottoman Empire.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Istanbul

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Private Istanbul Old City Highlights Tour

• Pick-up from your hotel or any desired location in Istanbul for a full-day tour of the city's highlights, including:
  • Hagia Sophia
  • Topkapı Palace
  • Blue Mosque
  • Grand Bazaar
  • Hippodrome (the German Fountain of Wilhelm II, Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, and Column of Constantine)
  • The history of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empire
• The tour ends with a drop-off at your hotel or any desired location in Istanbul.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Professional licensed tour guide
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Public transport
• Insurance

What's Not Included

• Food and drinks
• Personal expenses
• Driver and guide tips
• Gratuity
• Admission fees to attractions

What to bring

• Passport required
• Topkapı Palace entrance fee is 1500 TRY. You can pay the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
• The Hagia Sophia entrance fee is 25 €. You can pay the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
• Pick-up and drop-off can be done by public transport such as the tram.

Know before you go

• If your hotel is located in the main attraction area, the guide will pick you up on foot from your hotel.
• For guests arriving on cruise ships, the meeting point is in front of the Hafız Mustafa Sweets Shop.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

İstanbul, Türkiye

Tour start

İstanbul, Türkiye

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.