A Journey to the Heart of Istanbul

Explore Istanbul’s iconic landmarks: Sultanahmet, Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, and the Grand Bazaar. Book now for a journey through history and culture.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Topkapi Palace - Situated in the eastern part of Istanbul’s Fatih district, Topkapı is a vast museum. Once the heart of the Ottoman Empire, it served as the residence for sultans and their harem, as well as the center of state governance. The museum displays Ottoman treasures, sacred relics, and valuable collections. (Topkapı Palace is closed on…
What's Included
  • Pick up & Drop off
  • Certified English/French Speaking Guide
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Skip the Line ticket
What's Not Included
  • Topkapı Palace Entry Fee (2750 TL )
  • Hagia Sophia Entry Fee ( 30 Euro)
  • Carbonated beverages
Additional Information

Embark on a Journey to the Heart of Istanbul: Explore Sultanahmet, Topkapi Palace, the Grand Bazaar, and Hagia Sophia! Are you prepared to immerse yourself in streets rich with history and hear tales that have endured through the ages? Join us on an enchanting tour to discover Istanbul’s most renowned landmarks! Experience the history at Sultanahmet…

Location
The Marmara Taksim
Osmanlı Sokak
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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L1551xhmustafas
Feb 13, 2026
It was really very rememberence visit Ege got to know a lot from him the history of places visited with him luv to be wi - It was really very rememberence visit Ege got to know a lot from him the history of places visited with him luv to be with person like him on tour remarkable..
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530blenw
Jan 10, 2026
Old people Istanbul tour - My tour was amazing, learned a lot and also i enjoyed it, our guide was very knowledgeable thank you and assisted us well,i would like to come again for sure.
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Walidau5369by
Jan 8, 2026
Excellent - EGE IS AN EXCELLENT TOUR GUIDE. WE WERE LUCKY TO HAVE HIM. He explained all the sites that we visited and was extremely patient and kind.
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961zoyaa
Jan 8, 2026
Best City Tour Guide 🫶🏻 - We had a wonderful time exploring the beautiful city with Ege. He gave us in depth details of all the historical sights and was super accommodating as well. Highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for a fun and informative tour of Istanbul 🩷
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Abdul
Dec 15, 2025
Idealistic - Very polite professional down to earth and educated with rich history, must recommend to my other friends and also again till next trip
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Douniebb
Nov 25, 2025
Great experience with Berkcan the tour guide - Berkcan was so great he stopped and explained every single historical monument we stopped at ,and he was helpful and helpful to every single one of us ,
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74hiddew
Nov 13, 2025
10/10 would recommend - Special shoutout to our guide that made the experience really come to life. She could answer every question and there wasn’t a moment of silence during the guided parts of te trip.
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Roccoman7
Nov 10, 2025
Exceptional Tour Guide – Ege Went Above and Beyond - I recently took a tour in Istanbul that included the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar. Our guide, Ege, was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the city’s history. He explained everything with such depth and enthusiasm that every stop felt meaningful and alive. His tour of Topkapi Palace was especially outstanding and comprehensive—he brought the history of the Ottoman Empire to life in a way that was both engaging and easy to follow. The tour covered about 6 miles of walking, which was tough for some guests with mobility issues. Even though a few people complained, Ege handled everything with patience and professionalism—it really wasn’t his fault. By the time we reached the Grand Bazaar, only two of us made it to the end, and Ege still kept his energy and enthusiasm, making it just as engaging as the first stop. At the very beginning of the tour, I mentioned that I hoped to see the Basilica Cistern afterward. Ege remembered that and, after the official tour ended, personally took me there and gave me a private tour! He even took some fantastic photos for me during the day, a few of which I’ve shared here. That thoughtful touch really shows how much he cares about giving his guests the best possible experience. Ege truly went above and beyond what anyone would expect. If you’re visiting Istanbul, ask for Ege. He’s one of those rare guides who genuinely loves what he does and makes sure every guest leaves with an unforgettable experience.
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Leenesp2025
Nov 8, 2025
Great experience with Mr. Aydin - Today myself and my wife experienced one of our best Tour in our life of Istanbul city visits. We visited Sofia Hagia, Blue mosque, Irin Church, Lunch at Bohara and Grand Bazar visit. Mr. Aydin helped us in all levels with narrative informations and suport.Appreciated his efforts and well behaviour approach.
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Meander693771
Nov 6, 2025
Excellent Experience Great Guide - Excellent our tour guide Ege was very knowledgeable and explained all the place we visited. Gave us enough time to take photos and he also took some for us as a couple. We saw the Tai Pis palace , Grand Bazaar, Blue Mosque, Sofia Mosque, Hippodrome, etc. as are were vegetarian Ege organised a great lunch for us. Highly recommended the tour when in Istanbul.
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).