Highlights of Istanbul

Tick most the top sites of old Istanbul off your travel bucket list with our specialized small group tour.
It is a fully-guided tour inside the Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya), Basilica Cistern, Blue Mosque, 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 ), Constantine’s Column. Where the true crossed buried underneath.
Sit the 300 years old Medressa ( former religion school ) to enjoy the taste of Turkish coffee and see how the locals get socialize.
Get lost in the Grand Bazaar with its four thousands shops and learn how to bargain from your guide.
Enjoy visiting a rug maker store nearby and see how the hand carpets are made and learn about the local arts. This is a great place to buy a hand made carpet if you are interested. They have a courier service shipping to your door.

Please note the itinerary changes slightly on certain days due to changes in opening hours.
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Free for kids 0-5 years old
105 Euro per adults ( 6 + years old )

Tour Highlights

  • Explore the hidden streets of old Istanbul.
  • Learn about Islam and Turkish culture and the modernization of Turkey.
  • Visit inside and learn about the 1.500 years old magnificent Hagia Sofia / Ayasofya.
  • Visit the 6th century unique Basilica Cistern ( Roman water reservoir )
  • Visit the Blue Mosque and Roman Hippodrome to see the German Fountain, Serpentine Column and the famous Obelisk which was shipped from Egypt to the Byzantine Emperor Theodosius in 4th century AD. Learn about the Niky riot which ended with a mess killing of 30 thousand rebellion in 532 A.D.
  • Explore the Grand Bazaar and learn the local art of bargaining
  • Sit at the 300 years old old madrasa cafe and enjoy the Turkish coffee and tea
  • Have many great photo opportunities and more.​
  • Finish your tour at a rug store to learn about hand made carpet being waved for centuries passing from generations. Please note that this is optional. If not interested you can end your tour in the Grand bazaar.

Tour Details

​Tour style: Walking tour, City orientation, Local lifestyle, Turkish cuisine and drinks, Historical sites, Storytelling, Hidden gems.

Appeals to: Travellers who want to see the top sights, food lovers, those interested in Ottoman history, shoppers and photographers.

​Inclusions: Professional licensed guide. Entry tickets to Hagia Sofia and Basilica Cistern. Skip the ticket line at Basilica Cistern & Hagia Sofia, Tea/coffee at the break.

Exclusions: Lunch. Gratuities for the guide, suggested 10-20 euro

​Group size: This tour has daily departure for a maximum of 12 people.

Special Notes:
  • ​Please note that, Blue mosque has no priority to skip the lines. It is likely that the line takes 10-30 minutes depends on how crowded the day is.
  • Blue Mosque and Hagia Sofia are closed on Fridays mornings for prayers. Thus tour run in the afternoon.
  • Since you will be visiting a mosques please dress modestly covering knees and shoulders. Ladies should also bring a scarf to cover their head upon entering mosques..
  • If you have booked for kids age 5 and below then please bring your kids ID or Passport to prove their age at the sights entries.


​Tour Schedule

Duration: 4 hours (including tea break)​
Meeting point: German fountain/ Alman Çeşmesi
Binbirdirek, Atmeydanı Cd., 34122 Fatih/İstanbule Location
Start/end time: 09:00 am – 13: 00 ( 1:00 pm) On Fridays 13:30- 17:30
Finishing point:​ Grand Bazaar, on Sundays at Spice/ Egyptians Market.

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