• Blue Mosque - This 17th-century mosque is active and the most visited in Turkey. Its original name is Sultanahmet Mosque, but it is called the Blue Mosque due to the blue tiles adorning its interior.
  • It was closed for renovations for the past six years but has been open since April 21st.
• Hippodrome - This site is the foundation of the Roman hippodrome, constructed in the 4th century AD for chariot races. The surviving monuments include the Egyptian obelisk (1500 BC), the Serpent column (5th century BC), and the Constantine column (10th century AD).
• Basilica Cistern - This water reservoir resembles an underground palace and is one of the most impressive examples of Roman architecture. Be sure to walk to the end to see the enormous Medusa heads turned upside down.
• Hagia Sophia Mosque - This 6th-century AD world heritage site is visited from the inside. It uniquely embraces both Islam and Christianity. Visitors will see unusual architecture, mosaics, calligraphy art, and receive information about its 1500-year history, architecture, and religious symbols from the guide.
• Corlulu Ali Pasa Medresesi - Enjoy a tea/coffee break at this local café where locals socialize over tea, coffee, and shisha/hookah. It was a former religious school until the 1930s. Drinks are included in the tour price.
• Grand Bazaar - The tour includes a visit to the Grand Bazaar, where the guide will offer shopping tips. The tour concludes nearby, allowing for a return visit for shopping. Please note, the Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and will be replaced with the Spice Bazaar. Additionally, both bazaars close during religious festivals twice a year, and on those days, the Arasta Bazaar will be the substitute.
• Vezirhan Handmade Carpets & Kilims - This is an excellent opportunity to see and learn about the making of handmade Turkish carpets. Located in a 500-year-old Caravanserai (ancient hotel), this shop stands out for its non-pushy sales approach, trustworthy carpet quality, and reliable shipping for buyers. This is an optional activity at the end of the tour, available for those interested.

• Entry ticket to Basilica Cistern and priority to skip line
• Entry to Blue Mosque
• Tea and coffee
• Professional licensed English speaking guide
• Entry tickets to Hagia Sophia and skip line

• Tipping to the guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Lunch. Your guide will suggest you some local restaurants at the end of the tour for lunch.

Skip the long lines to get inside the Hagia Sofia and Basilica Cistern.

Tick most of the top sites of old Istanbul off your travel bucket list with our specialized small group tour.

It is a fully-guided tour inside Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya), Basilica Cistern, Blue Mosque, Roman Hippodrome, Gulhane park, Orient express train station and Spice bazaar.

Along the way stop to hear the stories of the

Roman Hippodrome (including

Egyptian Obelisk, and

Serpent Column German Fountain ),

Million stone,

• Kids age 6 + will be charged as adults
• Kids 5 and lower years old free of charge and need have their ID or passport to prof their age.
• Ladies need to bring a scarf to cover their hair while inside the Blue mosque and Hagai Sofia
• Please wear clothes covering shoulders and knees for both women and men
• Grand bazaar is close on Sundays, it will be substitute with Spice Bazaar

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