• Hagia Sophia Mosque - Hagia Sophia, the Church of Divine Wisdom, is one of the most remarkable architectural wonders, originally built as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian. To visit the interior of the Hagia Sophia Museum, guests need to purchase a ticket for 25 Euros per person.
• Topkapi Palace - Topkapı Palace, the residence of Ottoman Sultans, showcases the imperial treasury, sacred Islamic relics of Prophet Mohammed, kitchens, Chinese porcelain, weapons, and a calligraphy section. Live guide commentary is not permitted in special sections. (The Harem is not included in the program.)
• Blue Mosque - The Blue Mosque, located opposite Hagia Sophia, is renowned for its blue İznik tiles and is unique with its six minarets, built in honor of Sultan Ahmet.
• Hippodrome - The Hippodrome was the center for sporting events (chariot races, athletics) and political activities in the old city. The Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius, and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments that adorn the Hippodrome.
• Grand Bazaar - The Grand Covered Bazaar is the most captivating shopping center and the largest “souk” in the world, with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewelry, gold, carpets, leather goods, and souvenirs. (Art demonstrations of handmade Turkish carpets are available upon request.)
• German Fountain - The German Fountain is a gazebo-style fountain located at the northern end of the old Hippodrome (Sultanahmet Square) in Istanbul, Turkey, and is situated across from the Mausoleum of Sultan Ahmed I.
• Obelisk of Theodosius - The Obelisk of Theodosius is an ancient Egyptian obelisk of Pharaoh Thutmose III, re-erected in the Hippodrome of Constantinople (now known as At Meydanı or Sultanahmet Meydanı in modern-day Istanbul, Turkey) by the Roman emperor Theodosius I in the 4th century AD.

• Entrance fees of Topkapı Palace Museum
• Professional guide
• Lunch
• Guaranteed to skip the long lines
• Surcharges on fuel
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

• Drinks
• Gratuities
• Entrance fees of Hagia Sophia Museum €25

Embark on a comprehensive day-long journey through Istanbul’s prime attractions.

Experience a historical journey spanning the eras of Roman Byzantium, Byzantine Constantinople, and Ottoman Istanbul as you visit stunning sites such as the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar, and Topkapi Palace. Enjoy these attractions at a social distance and bypass the queues, for museums and mosques

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• Tour price includes A/C transportation, guidance in multiple languages, entrance fees of Topkapı Palace, lunch and taxes
• Drinks are not included during the lunch
• Please kindly be ready by the hotel reception 10 minutes before departure time
• Guests who prefer not to spend time at courtesy transfers should be ready at our departure point 10 minutes before given departure time (09:00am)
• Non smoking on our tours but all tours make frequent stops
• Local Experiences Istanbul is not responsible for loss or theft of personal belongings during the tour
• Guests who do not want to wait at the long queues of Hagia Sophia Museum, they can buy the ticket from their guide

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