• Blue Mosque - Istanbul is home to monumental shrines of various faiths, with the Blue Mosque being one of the most renowned masterpieces of Ottoman religious architecture. It stands with great prestige, featuring six minarets and a perfectly proportioned dome. The mosque is named after its turquoise-colored tiles made from quartz minerals. Ottoman Sultans favored this timeless shrine for prayer due to its unparalleled beauty until the empire’s fall after World War I.
• Hippodrome - The Roman Hippodrome, a relic of a glorious past, today showcases the famous Obelisk of Theodosius and the Serpentine Column, which dates back to the 5th century BC.
• Hagia Sophia Mosque - The Basilica of Saint Sophia is one of the largest Christian shrines ever constructed. It is adorned with rich mosaic murals, colossal columns, and an atmosphere of divine serenity. Saint Sophia is a true world heritage site that has embraced various faiths throughout history. It currently operates as a museum, displaying Byzantine art and architecture enhanced by Ottoman influences.
• Topkapi Palace - A visit to the imperial palace of the Ottoman Sultans includes tours of the imperial treasury, the Chinese porcelain section, the calligraphy section, and more. Visitors can also explore the optional Jewelry Collection segment of the palace.
• Grand Bazaar - The Grand Bazaar is a vast and legendary covered market, the largest souk in the world, with nearly 4,000 shops offering antiques, jewelry, and carpets.

• Professional guide
• Lunch
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (only from hotels)

• Visit to the Harem in Topkapi Palace is not included (own expense)
• Drinks
• Gratuities

This 8 hours tour starts at Hippodrome Square continues to the Blue Mosque as one of the landmarks of the city. Then visit to the St. Sophia Museum, one of the most magnificent Byzantine churches. Continue to Topkapi Palace, the imperial residence of the Great Ottoman Empire, today a museum holding large collection of porcelains and displaying holy relics. Proceed to Little Hagia Sofia and the Grand Bazaar, tempting souvenir-hunters with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery and leather, where the tour ends. Lunch in a local restaurant will be served during the tour.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Dress code is smart casual
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays instead you will take the Bosphorus Cruise Tour. Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, instead you will visit the open-air bazaar
• Passport name, number and country is required at time of booking for all participants
• At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place.
• As Hagia Sophia is not a museum (has been converted into a mosque) anymore, tour guides don’t have skip-the-line priority/offer there.
• Spanish language option is only available on Mondays and Thursdays, whereas the English language option is available anytime as to not cause confusion for travelers who would like to book the said product.
• We as KARAVAN TRAVEL, want to ensure the minds of travelers that, all the necessary safety measures and precautions will be maintained at all times; hand sanitizer will be available, masks will be given out, seats will be blocked out on coaches, reduced groups sizes and social distancing measures will be taking against COVID-19 infections. We will follow up the new regulations/restrictions permanently and update our procedures accordingly.

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