Istanbul Highlights Tour: Top Must-See Sights

As Turkland Tours, we provide the finest tours with highly skilled tour guides.

We will take you to the top must-see sights in Istanbul and ensure you have an excellent time throughout the day.

Duration: 17 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Hagia Sophia Mosque - Now a museum, Hagia Sophia was built in the 6th century by the Emperor Justinian, and was one of the largest basilicas in the Christian world. After the Ottoman conquest, it was converted to a mosque and is today one of the most magnificent museums in the world. Take a moment to linger here to admire the fine Byzantine mosaics
  • Blue Mosque - One of the most famous monuments in both the Turkish and Islamic worlds, the Sultan Ahmet Mosque (also known as the Blue Mosque) is a superb creation in the classical Ottoman style. The mosque has six towering minarets and 260 windows illuminating its vast main chamber, which is decorated with more than 20,000 Iznik tiles.
  • Topkapi Palace - The largest and oldest palace in the world, Topkapi is the crown jewel of the Ottoman Empire. With its treasury and exotic buildings overlooking the Golden Horn, your visit to Topkapi promises to be a truly fascinating experience. (closed on Tuesday)
  • Hippodrome - The Hippodrome, the stadium of ancient Byzantium, held 100,000 spectators and featured objects from all corners of the empire. Of these, an Egyptian obelisk and a bronze sculpture of three entwined serpents from Delphi survive.
  • Grand Bazaar Jewelers - In operation since the 14th century, the Grand Bazaar is one of the world’s largest covered markets, with 58 streets and over 4,000 shops. The bazaar is specially known for its jewelry, leather, pottery, spices and carpets. (closed on Sunday additional time will be spent at the other locations)
What's Included
  • Guiding service included
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Location
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul At Sultanahmet
Tevkifhane Sokak
Cancellation Policy

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

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Paradise59614130183
Jun 28, 2024
Private Guiding Services Istanbul- Fantastic. - Outstanding service, on time & clear communication. Very knowledgeable guides who made us feel so comfortable & at ease; they all shared their love and pride in modern Türkiye, it’s culture & ancient histories. I have no hesitation in recommending Ibrahim and all of his team to those wishing to experience Türkiye.
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Galinaz509
Jun 24, 2024
Unforgettable trip to Turkey - We had the most amazing experience with the Turkland Travel agency. Over just two weeks we managed to see the best of Turkey and even relax for a few days in Bodrum. The trip was one of the best we have ever had! Everything was well planed, organised and executed. When I got sick, Ibrahim and his team arranged a private transport and took me immediately to the hospital. Likely, I was able to continue our holidays without any changes or delays. Communication was excellent and the guides were knowledgeable and accomodating. We would highly recommend Turkland Travel to anyone who wants to explore Turkey with a piece of mind. Amazing country, wonderful people, unforgettable experience…
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Monicahk3047ga
Jun 19, 2024
RECOMMEND 100%!!! - Onur and his team were just amazing. My family and I had an AMAZING experience since the moment we met, until the last second with him. They know absolutely everything and will hook you up to experience the best and local secrets in Istanbul. I cannot wait to contact them again for my next visit. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!
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Youssefy173
Jun 18, 2024
Best guide and tour In Istanbul - I recently had the pleasure of experiencing a guided tour with Ismail Efe, and I must say it was an exceptional experience for me and my family. Ismail was an incredible guide whose insightful knowledge truly enriched our visit. The service provided from start to finish was enjoyable, ensuring a smooth and memorable trip. I highly recommend this service to anyone looking to explore the city; you won’t be disappointed!
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390brettm
Jun 15, 2024
Best tours in Istanbul - We are currently holidaying in Istanbul and Ibrahim has organised our airport transfers and guides for our trip. The arrival at the airport and transfer to our hotel was simple and seamless with constant communication and clear instructions. Ibrahim met us in person at our hotel and went through our plans and made us feel so comfortable and relaxed especially when it’s our first time in Istanbul and it’s such a busy and crowded city. We had a full day tour with Onur who was an incredible guide. His historical knowledge is remarkable and was very flexible in what we wanted to get out of our day. We would highly recommend the food tour we went to places we would never find on our own and had delicious Turkish cuisine, where the locals dine and the markets where they shop. Onur helped us plan the rest of our time in Istanbul and showed us how to use the public transport system. We cannot recommend Ibrahim and Onur’s services highly enough they have shown us true Turkish hospitality and we have fallen completely in love with this spectacular city.
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Davidyr7157bg
Jun 11, 2024
An unforgettable Turkish experience - Knowledgeable guides who could not have been more helpful. They brought Istanbul and its sites to life. A thoroughly enjoyable trip. Have no hesitation in recommending.
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Susanm388
Jun 3, 2024
Enriching, enjoyable and a real Turkish Delight! - Our visit to Istanbul was our first, a brief dip so to speak, and we couldn’t have been more impressed. From early planning of an itinerary and all logistics, right through to the end of our trip we are very well looked after by Ibrahim and his team of experienced team of professionals. The communications prior to arrival about where to meet at the airport to the end of the trip were terrific. Ibrahim was always in touch and very clear with his information, pick up and drops offs all perfectly executed and timely. The hotels well located and comfortable. Lots of charm and character, breakfasts delicious. Our guides were so knowledgable on history, culture, and the local how to’s and where to’s, we were able to make the most of our time on the ground. No question remained unanswered! Thank you so much Onur and Apo, we so enjoyed your company and your stories. We’ve learned and seen so much thanks to you both. We will certainly be back to Instanbul and will use Turkland services again. Highly recommend their services to anyone who would like to get the most of their visit to this wonderful part of the world, there is so much to see and enjoy here. Let them help you to make the most of your trip, they sure did for ours.
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Jhimjhumbo
May 23, 2024
Dream tour of Istanbul - We have just had the most amazing 3 days in Istanbul. Thank you so much. Our guide Onur was the best. He quickly worked out what suited our tastes and adjusted the tour to fit. He took us to all the little out of the way places of interest that only a true local would know of. From the very outset this company conducted themselves very professionally. Communications were great, thank you Ibrahim and Onur, and the tours were of a standard that others struggle to attain. Thank you again everyone for an incredible holiday experience
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Lakmenyc
May 20, 2024
Hire this man! - Ibrahim and Turkland Travel gave us a super trip. Everything was planned to a 'T'. He and his ground crew were always on time, provided great commentary, and were knowledgeable and accommodating. Our hotels, drivers, guides, and side trips made our trip one to remember. I've traveled through many countries and always without a guide. Turkey is a challenge, but Ibrahim paved the way and we never had the least bit of trouble. I can't recommend Ibrahim more. Hire him! You won't regret it.
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Glen
Apr 24, 2024
A Day to Remember - This was our second trip to Istanbul. We wanted to explore beyond the main attractions. Onur (our marvellous guide) listened to what we wanted and delivered a wonderful walking / culinary tour of both the Asia and Europe sides. In one day we used the ferry, funicular rail and metro to enhance our exploring experience. I day locked into our memories.
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