Explore the Hagia Sophia, the largest ancient Church and former Mosque
Visit the Topkapi Palace, an Ottoman Imperial house which has housed 25 Sultans for 400 years
Discover the Hipodrome a location for social activity in Roman times
See the Blue Mosque a symbol of Istanbul with unique Ottoman architecture
Stroll through the Grand Bazaar, the largest shopping mall of its time
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Parking Fees
Professional Licenced Guide
Lunch
Drinks
Entrance fee of Museums
Personal Expenses
Private transportation
Important Information
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the Hagia Sophia, the largest ancient Church and former Mosque
Visit the Topkapi Palace, an Ottoman Imperial house which has housed 25 Sultans for 400 years
Discover the Hipodrome a location for social activity in Roman times
See the Blue Mosque a symbol of Istanbul with unique Ottoman architecture
Stroll through the Grand Bazaar, the largest shopping mall of its time
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Parking Fees
Professional Licenced Guide
Lunch
Drinks
Entrance fee of Museums
Personal Expenses
Private transportation
Itinerary
1
Hagia Sophia Mosque
Discover how for many centuries, the Hagia Sophia was the largest church in the world, and still boasts the 4th largest dome in the world as one of the greatest surviving examples of Byzantine architecture.
1 hour
2
Topkapi Palace
a relic of the glory days of the great Ottoman Empire. Discover how the former palace boasted a population of about 4,000 people at its peak and was home to 25 sultans over a period of 400 years. Located on a promontory overlooking the Golden Horn, it sits in tranquil gardens that provide shade from the blazing heat of the summer. Pop into the museum to see the gorgeous Iznik tiles and the ornate stateroom of the harem, among other attractions.
2 hours
3
Hippodrome
a former circus built in 203 AD by the Roman Emperor Septimus Severus. Witness the 3 remaining monuments from the original building, including the Egyptian Obelisk, the Serpentine Column, and the Constantine Column. Pause to look at the German Fountain of Wilhelm II, made from 8 marble columns.
30 minutes
4
Blue Mosque
more officially known as the Sultanahmet Mosque. Admire the striking blue tiles which give the mosque its more common name and make it one of Istanbul’s most iconic attractions. Located close to Topkapi Palace, Sultanahmet Mosque was considered the Supreme Imperial Mosque in Istanbul.
45 minutes
5
Grand Bazaar Jewelers
one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. With hundreds of small handicraft shops selling everything from handmade carpets to Turkish coffee, the atmosphere is electric, and it's a great place to try out your bargaining skills.
