• Topkapi Palace - Topkapi Palace is a historic landmark in Istanbul, Turkey, serving as the main residence of the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years. Situated on the Seraglio Point, it overlooks the Golden Horn and the Sea of Marmara. The palace is a complex featuring buildings, courtyards, and gardens, including notable structures like the Harem, the Imperial Council Hall, and the Treasury. It houses a vast collection of Ottoman art and artifacts, such as manuscripts, weapons, and jewelry. Today, it is a popular tourist attraction and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Blue Mosque - The Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, is a historic mosque in Istanbul, Turkey, constructed in the early 17th century under the reign of Ottoman Sultan Ahmed I. Renowned for its blue tile work and six minarets, it stands out among other mosques. The Blue Mosque is celebrated as a masterpiece of Islamic architecture and is a major tourist draw in Istanbul. It remains an active place of worship, requiring visitors to dress modestly and remove their shoes before entering. The mosque is also noted for its intricate tile work, calligraphy, and decoration, blending Ottoman and Islamic architectural styles.
• Hippodrome - The Hippodrome of Constantinople was a public arena in Istanbul, Turkey, built during the Roman era. It hosted chariot races and other public events, serving as the city’s social and cultural hub. Located in the heart of ancient Constantinople, it was surrounded by significant structures like the Emperor’s Box, the Obelisk of Theodosius, and the Serpent Column.
• Basilica Cistern - The Basilica Cistern is an ancient subterranean water storage facility in Istanbul, Turkey, constructed in the 6th century AD during the Byzantine Empire to supply water to the city. Covering an area of about 9,800 square meters, it is supported by 336 marble columns, each 9 meters tall, arranged in 12 rows of 28 columns. The cistern is famous for its two Medusa head columns, used as bases for two of its columns. Rediscovered in the 16th century, it is now open to the public as a tourist attraction, renowned for its unique design and historical importance.
• Grand Bazaar - The Grand Bazaar is a historic marketplace in Istanbul, Turkey, dating back to the 15th century. It is one of the largest and oldest covered markets globally, featuring over 60 streets and 4,000 shops. The bazaar is a maze of shops and stalls offering a wide range of goods, including textiles, jewelry, ceramics, spices, and souvenirs. Known for its stunning architecture, many of the shops and buildings date back to the Ottoman era. The Grand Bazaar is a key tourist attraction and a vital cultural and economic hub in Istanbul, where locals and tourists can shop, socialize, and experience local culture. Visitors should be ready to haggle over prices and navigate the bustling streets.
• Bosphorus Strait - The Bosphorus is a narrow strait dividing Europe and Asia, linking the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara. A cruise along the Bosphorus offers breathtaking views of the city’s landmarks, such as Ottoman palaces, the Bosphorus Bridge, and the European and Asian coastlines. During the cruise, visitors can also admire historic wooden mansions, Ottoman-era fortresses, and the modern skyline of Istanbul.

• Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide
• Meeting in your accommodation
• Private Guided Tour

• Tipping for Guide and Driver (Suggested)
• Lunch and Drinks
• Entrance Fees: Topkapi Palace: 2.400TRY / Basilica Cistern: 1.500TRY
• Transportation (Unless the option chosen)
• Gratuities

An Istanbul tour covering highlights like Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar, Bosphorus cruise, Galata Tower, Fener-Balat district & Spice Bazaar. Tour offers a chance to see important landmarks, historical sites, rich cultural heritage, a range of periods & architectural styles, daily life in Istanbul through visits to bazaars and panoramic view of the city.

This tour offers the opportunity to see the most important landmarks and historical sites in Istanbul, and to experience the city’s rich cultural heritage, it covers a wide range of historical periods and architectural styles, from the ancient Byzantine to the Ottoman Empire, and gives a glimpse of the daily life in Istanbul with the visits to the bazaars, and the opportunity to take a Bosphorus cruise and enjoy the panoramic view of the city.

• If you’re booking at the last minute or departing later in the day, keep in mind that some museums and sites close at 5:30 PM. Your guide will suggest alternative options. Meet-up will be at central Istanbul hotels or Galata Port. If your hotel is not centrally located, the meeting point will be Vogue Hotel Supreme Istanbul. If you don’t choose van service, the guide will come by foot to the centrally located hotels. Please note that surcharge may apply for hotels located on the Asian side or outside the city center if private van service is booked.

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