• Hippodrome - The Hippodrome of Constantinople was a circus that served as the sporting and social hub of Constantinople, the capital of the Byzantine Empire. Today, it is a square called Sultanahmet Meydanı in Istanbul, Turkey, with some remnants of the original structure still visible.
• German Fountain - The German Fountain is a gazebo-style fountain located at the northern end of the old hippodrome in Istanbul, Turkey, opposite the Mausoleum of Sultan Ahmed I. It was built to mark the second anniversary of German Emperor Wilhelm II’s visit to Istanbul in 1898.
• Obelisk of Theodosius - The Obelisk of Theodosius is an ancient Egyptian obelisk of Pharaoh Thutmose III, re-erected in the Hippodrome of Constantinople by Roman Emperor Theodosius I in the 4th century AD.
• Serpent Column - The Serpent Column, also known as the Serpentine Column, Plataean Tripod, or Delphi Tripod, is an ancient bronze column located at the Hippodrome of Constantinople, now in Istanbul, Turkey.
• Cemberlitas Sutunu - The Column of Constantine, also referred to as the Burnt Stone or Burnt Pillar, is a Roman monumental column built under the orders of Roman Emperor Constantine the Great in 330 AD. It commemorates the declaration of Byzantium as the new capital of the Roman Empire.
• Blue Mosque - The Sultan Ahmed Mosque is a historic mosque situated in Istanbul, Turkey. It continues to function as a mosque while also drawing a large number of tourists. Constructed between 1609 and 1616 during the reign of Ahmed I, its Külliye includes Ahmed’s tomb, a madrasah, and a hospice.
• Hagia Sophia Mosque - Hagia Sophia is a former Greek Orthodox Christian patriarchal cathedral, later an Ottoman imperial mosque, and now a museum in Istanbul, Turkey. Built in AD 537 during the Middle Ages, it is renowned for its massive dome. It was the largest building in the world and an engineering marvel of its era.
• Topkapi Palace - The Topkapı Palace, also known as the Seraglio, is a large museum located in the eastern part of the Fatih district in Istanbul, Turkey. In the 15th and 16th centuries, it served as the primary residence and administrative headquarters of the Ottoman sultans.
• Grand Bazaar - The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is one of the largest and oldest covered markets globally, featuring 61 covered streets and over 4,000 shops across a total area of 30,700 m², attracting between 250,000 and 400,000 visitors daily.

• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Professional Tour Guide
• Museum entrance tickets
• Lunch

• Alcoholic beverages
• Museum Entrance Tickets (Topkapi Palace 2400 TRY, Hagia Sophia 25 Euro)

Istanbul Old City Tour with an Art Historian Guide

Discover the timeless beauty of Istanbul on a full-day tour of its remarkable historic sites. Hear the ancient echoes of hooves and chariots at Hippodrome Square and admire the unique tiles of the Blue Mosque. Marvel at the Byzantine mosaics and minarets of Hagia Sophia, then walk in the footsteps of influential sultans, courtiers, and generals at Topkapi Palace. Continue the journey through the lively Grand Bazaar, exploring vibrant displays of handicrafts, carpets, and souvenirs.

The tour includes visits to the Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia Museum, Blue Mosque, Grand Covered Bazaar, Topkapi Palace, and Sultan Tombs. At the end of the tour, guests will be returned to their hotel.

Begin the exploration of Istanbul with a visit to the Ancient Hippodrome, once the hub of sports activities in Constantinople.

The Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultanahmet Mosque, is a breathtaking structure and one of the most magnificent Ottoman mosques in Turkey.

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