• Hippodrome - The Hippodrome served as the venue for chariot races during Roman times. Visitors can see the Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, and the Obelisk of Constantinople.
• Blue Mosque - The Blue Mosque, constructed by the Ottomans in 1616 AD, is renowned for its stunning decoration. Its name comes from the nearly 20,000 blue imperial tiles that adorn its interior.
• Hagia Sophia - Hagia Sophia was the most magnificent cathedral of the medieval era, showcasing both Islamic and Christian icons side by side. The upper galleries are open to visitors as a museum, while the main floor functions as a mosque. The entrance fee is 25 Euros. Please note that as it is no longer a museum, tour guides do not have skip-the-line privileges. Visitors may need to wait in the security line. To avoid queues, it is recommended to arrive at 8:30 am or 9:00 am.
• Topkapi Palace Museum - Topkapi Palace was the primary residence of the Ottoman Empire for nearly 400 years. It houses one of the world’s finest treasury collections, including the 86-carat Spoonmaker’s Diamond. Visitors can also explore the Holy Relics, Kitchen, Clock, and other sections. Closed on Tuesdays - Entrance fee is approximately 50 USD.
• Basilica Cistern - The Basilica Cistern, built in the 6th century, served as an underground water reservoir for the city. Constructed using recycled materials from pagan temples, it features the head of Medusa from the 3rd century AD. Entrance fee is about 30 USD per person.
• Grand Bazaar - The Grand Bazaar is the largest and oldest shopping mall in the world, established in 1461. It boasts over 4,000 shops offering high-quality carpets, leather goods, souvenirs, and more. Closed on Sundays.

• Private Tour - Only for your Group Members
• Avoid Ticket Lines at Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace
• Professional Licensed Tour Guide
• Guides meet you at the central hotels

• Gratuties (Recommended)
• Transportation (from/back to hotel, between sites (unless option selected)
• Meals during the tour
• Museum/Ferry/Cable Car Tickets

Experience a personalized tour to explore Istanbul’s stunning architecture, vibrant history, diverse bazaars, and the must-see attractions of the Old City. Enjoy a flexible daily itinerary that can be tailored to fit your schedule. SKIP THE LINES for HAGIA SOPHIA, TOPKAPI PALACE, and BASILICA CISTERN.

• Relish the flexibility of your day
• Explore the city and gain insights from Expert Guides
• Savor Turkish Cuisine
• Wander through the Bazaars and local streets
  and more….

Suggested Itinerary:
Day 1 - Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, St Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar

• Skip the line service is not available for active mosques - there is a line for the entrance.
• Ladies needs to cover their head with a scarf during mosque visits
• Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays. Dolmabahce Palace is closed on Mondays. Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays
• Our Tour guides can provide Hagia Sophia QR tickets to skip the ticket line in Hagia Sophia. You may need to wait in the security line, in order to avoid queues we suggest departing at 8:30am or 9:00am.
• For the tours that start after 10:30 am, kindly note that you may have to skip one/ couple of sites as the sites are closed by 5 pm in winters and 7pm in Summers. Your guide will adjust the program according to your priorities.
• Blue Mosque is closed on Fridays till 2:30pm

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