• Hagia Sophia Mosque - The historic Aya Sofya, commonly known as Hagia Sophia in English, stands as one of Istanbul’s most iconic and enduring landmarks, with a history spanning nearly 15 centuries. Recently, it has been transformed back into a mosque following a decree by Turkey’s president, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Since 1934, the building had been designated as a museum, a status given by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the first president and founder of the Republic of Turkey. Originally constructed as a cathedral in 537 CE by Roman Emperor Justinian I, this masterpiece of Byzantine architecture also served as a mosque for almost five centuries after the Ottomans captured Istanbul, then known as Constantinople, in 1453.
• Blue Mosque - Istanbul’s most picturesque building was the grand vision of Sultan Ahmet I (r 1603–17), whose tomb is situated on the north side of the site facing Sultanahmet Park. The mosque’s stunning exterior features a series of domes and six elegant minarets. The interior is adorned with blue İznik tiles, which give the building its unofficial but widely recognized name.
• Hippodrome - The Byzantine emperors cherished afternoons at the chariot races, and this rectangular arena next to Sultanahmet Park was their preferred venue. In its prime, it was adorned with obelisks and statues, some of which still stand today. Recently re-landscaped, it remains one of the city’s most popular gathering spots and promenades.
• Topkapi Palace - Topkapı is the subject of more vibrant stories than most of the world’s museums combined. Lustful sultans, ambitious courtiers, beautiful concubines, and cunning eunuchs lived and worked here from the 15th to the 19th centuries when it served as the court of the Ottoman Empire. A visit to the palace’s lavish pavilions, jewel-filled Treasury, and expansive Harem offers a captivating insight into their lives.
• Grand Bazaar - The vibrant and bustling Grand Bazaar is the heart of Istanbul’s Old City and has been for centuries. Initially a small vaulted bedesten (warehouse) commissioned by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1461, it expanded to cover a vast area as lanes between the bedesten, adjacent shops, and hans (caravanserais) were roofed, forming the sprawling, labyrinthine market that exists today.

• Hotel pick-up included.
• Entrance to Topkapı Palace covered (Harem requires extra charge).
• Hagia Irene Museum admission included.

• Hotel Pickup, start your tour with comfort and ease
• Lunch
• Return transfer to hotel is not provided at the end of the tour

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