Experience Istanbul’s Old City through a refined and fully private journey crafted for travelers who appreciate depth, elegance, and expert insight.
Stroll through the storied streets of Sultanahmet as your guide unveils the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome, and other timeless landmarks with rich, immersive storytelling.
This curated experience adapts seamlessly to your interests—whether architecture, culture, culinary heritage, or photography—ensuring every moment feels personal and meaningful.
Along the way, you’ll discover hidden courtyards, artisan details, and quiet corners that most visitors never encounter, gaining a deeper, more elevated understanding of Istanbul’s impe...
Highlights
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guide Fees
Lunch
Tickets
Meeting Points
Departure
Starbucks
This is the Starbucks near the Sultanahmet Tram station it is really easy to find and we can get a refreshing coffee at the start of the tour!
Return
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please be aware that 2 hours are extra time in case there are lengthy lines or extended travel times.
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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Experience Istanbul’s Old City through a refined and fully private journey crafted for travelers who appreciate depth, elegance, and expert insight.
Stroll through the storied streets of Sultanahmet as your guide unveils the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome, and other timeless landmarks with rich, immersive storytelling.
This curated experience adapts seamlessly to your interests—whether architecture, culture, culinary heritage, or photography—ensuring every moment feels personal and meaningful.
Along the way, you’ll discover hidden courtyards, artisan details, and quiet corners that most visitors never encounter, gaining a deeper, more elevated understanding of Istanbul’s impe...
Highlights
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guide Fees
Lunch
Tickets
Meeting Points
Departure
Starbucks
This is the Starbucks near the Sultanahmet Tram station it is really easy to find and we can get a refreshing coffee at the start of the tour!
Return
Itinerary
1
German Fountain
This is the German Fountain at the start of the Hipodrome (Sultanahmet) Square
15 minutes
2
Obelisk of Theodosius
The two obelisks at the heart and end of the square date back to Ancient Egypt, and Eastern Roman Empire. These are the witnesses to the history of this city.
15 minutes
3
Serpent Column
The Column of Delphi, this column was a sacrificial altar for the God Apollo. Now the myths it contain live with us.
15 minutes
4
Blue Mosque
Also known as the Sultanahmed Mosque, this mosque is known for its magnificient tiles and art. Being one of the Sultan Mosque's of İstanbul it is a must see.
20 minutes
5
Hagia Sophia Mosque
The crown jewel of Istanbul, most unique place you can see in all Turkey is the Hagia Sophia. This beatiful structre is culturally significant to all the cultures who shared this city. A symbol of cultural acceptance and understanding, this is something you have to see when you come to this city. (The line to enter to Hagia sophia usually takes around an hour, because of this Hagia sophia may be our last stop as the lines get shorter during evening)
45 minutes
6
Topkapi Palace
This is the heart of the Ottoman Empire, this is where the Ottoman family lived at, this is where the court politics and intrigue lies at. See the old treasury housing on of the biggest diamonds of the world, and the biggest emerald in the world. The holy relics room where you can see the belongings of the prophets. And the Harem, where everything happened.
