Viator · Private tour

Small Group: Hagia Sophia Tickets Included Best of Istanbul Tour

4.8(4)Istanbul1 hour
VIATOR5.0(2)TRIPADVISOR4.5(2)

Description

Discover Istanbul with a full-day Old City tour in the comfort of a small group of max 10 pax. Learn about its history and explore the top highlights of the city from the Ottoman and Eastern Roman periods such as Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Topkapı Palace, and Grand Bazaar. And taste local cuisine during your lunch break (Lunch is included).

Tour Options

Private Guide & Transportation
  • Duration: 6 hours Mercedes Vito/Splinter
Eco - Small Group Tour
  • Walking tour

Itinerary

Admission not included180 min

Take a tour to the home of the sultans from 1478. The Topkapı Palace had been home to 24 generations of sultans for 4 centuries. You will see the main sections of the palace and Hagia Eirene Church and discover why there was a church in the garden of an Ottoman Palace

Admission included60 min

We will gaze upon the wonders of Hagia Sophia.

45 min

We will visit 17th century Blue Mosque.

30 min

Our guests will visit Küçük Ayasofya(Little Hagia Sophia) Church/Mosque. And there will be a break for refreshments during your break you can check the work of artists like ebru painters, calligraphers, and tilemakers live.

30 min

Our guests will take a tour in sultanahmet square with their guide and see the historican monuments such as Eastern Roman obelisks and hippodrome.

120 min

We will take a tour into the mazes of the Grand Bazaar

Highlights

Hagia Sophia Ticket included
English speaking private licensed tour guide

What's included

Included
Hagia Sophia Ticket included
English speaking private licensed tour guide
Not included
Drinks
Drop-off service
Lunch

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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infant meals are not included

Reviews(4)

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Katharine_W
January 25, 2025
Highly recommend

Amazing tour. We were able to see all the sights we wanted to see and do a little shopping. Lunch venue had a great view and incredible food. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and answered all of questions. Highly recommend.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your thoughtful and generous review. I truly appreciate your kind words and support!

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Alice_K
May 5, 2024
Worth it

The 'small group' turned out to be just me. Bilal was an excellent guide. Because it was on a Friday and the Blue Mosque is closed to visitors until the afternoon, he worked our schedule to accommodate that. He was full of historical facts that made the features even more interesting. The pace was easy and the included lunch was delicious.

Operator response

Thanks a lot :) Greetings from the IBO team.

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MiddleEasternTravel
July 25, 2018
Hebeli Ada

Loved this island! We took the horse and carriage ride around the island and felt like we were in a whole other world. The ferry ride over was so relaxing and definitely worth a day trip.

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Operator response

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