• Galataport Istanbul - Meet your local tour guide in front of the Istanbul Galata Port Terminal Building, holding a CURIO TRAVEL sign at the prearranged time (the meeting time will be provided in your confirmation message). We will walk 200 meters to the Tophane Tram Station and take the tram to the Sultanahmet area, which takes about 20 minutes.
• Galata Koprusu - Pass by the Galata Bridge over the Golden Horn.
• Hippodrome - Istanbul, the only city in the world located on two continents, has been the capital of three great empires – Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman – for over 2000 years.

Our first stop is Hippodrome Square, which was used for chariot races and Byzantine riots during the Roman and Byzantine periods.

• Blue Mosque - Our second stop is the Blue Mosque, located a few meters from the Ancient Hippodrome. The Blue Mosque is famous for its beautiful blue Iznik tiles.
• Topkapi Palace - Continue walking about 300 meters to Topkapi Palace, which was not only the residence of the Ottoman sultans but also the administrative and educational center of the state. It was constructed between 1460 and 1478 by Sultan Mehmed II, the conqueror of Constantinople. We will visit the Topkapi Palace, including the weapons section.
• Hagia Sophia Mosque - A short walk away is Hagia Sophia, built in 532 AD by Roman Emperor Justinian I.

Update for St. Sophia interior visit:
Live guiding is not allowed in St. Sophia after January 15, 2024. Guests must have their smartphones and headphones during their visit. If guests do not have headphones, they can purchase them at the entrance for 3.5 USD. The system is similar to an audio guide system. Guests without smartphones will follow the signs and the information provided on the signs.

• Kapali Carsi - After a short lunch break at famous local restaurants like the Pudding Shop, we will walk to visit the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. With more than 58 covered streets and over 1,200 shops, it attracts between 250,000 and 400,000 visitors daily. Opened in 1461, it is well known for its jewelry, pottery, spices, and carpet shops.

The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and will be replaced by the Spice Market.

• Galataport Istanbul - After visiting the Grand Bazaar, we will walk to the Sultanahmet Tram Station to catch the next tram to Tophane Tram Station. After getting off the tram, we will walk about 200 meters back to the port. End of services.

• TRAM tickets included
• Expert licensed tour guide

• Food and drinks
• Tips
• Entrance Fees ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets )

Ancient Hippodrome – Blue Mosque – Topkapi Palace – Hagia Sophia – Grand Bazaar.
Tram is the fastest way of transportation to Old city from Istanbul port to escape from Istanbul Heavy Traffic.
Our professional guide will be with you in the sites excprt St. Sophia , have pre-paid tickets to skip the lines, you will have several alternatives to taste famous Turkish Delicious foods, if you want to have lunch during your trip.

( Live guiding is not allowed anymore inside St. Sophia. Our guide will give you brief information outside. You have to have smart phones with you to use audio guide inside)

• Dress code is smart casual
• In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited. On Tuesdays : Topkapi Palace replaced by Underground Cistern, On Sundays: Grand Bazaar will be replaced by Spice Market. Grand Bazaar on religious holidays will be replaced by Arasta Bazaar. On Fridays: Blue Mosque is open from 14.30 to 16.30
• Tram is the fastest way of transportation to Old city from Istanbul port to escape from Istanbul Heavy Traffic.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.