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Istanbul Half-Day Tour: Explore St. Sophia, Blue Mosque, and The Grand Bazaar
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29 Ratings
Fatih
This is a Recommended Half-Day Guided Excursion for Cruise Passengers.
On this Priority Access Expedition, you’ll encounter St. Sophia, the Blue Mosque and The Grand Bazaar.
Discover the native sights of Istanbul, admire some of the most celebrated structures and explore their environs.
This is a Recommended Half-Day Guided Excursion for Cruise Passengers.
On this Priority Access Expedition, you’ll encounter St. Sophia, the Blue Mosque and The Grand Bazaar.
Discover the native sights of Istanbul, admire some of the most celebrated structures and explore their environs.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Hagia Sophia Mosque - Hagia Sophia (Aya Sofya) is a truly awe inspiring, 1,400 years old Byzantine cathedral which houses mosaics, relics and iron work. Hagia Sophia was, for nearly a thousand years, the largest enclosed space in the world, and is still seen as one of the world’s most important architectural monuments. It is one of Turkey’s most…
- Hagia Sophia Mosque - Hagia Sophia (Aya Sofya) is a truly awe inspiring, 1,400 years old Byzantine cathedral which houses mosaics, relics and iron work. Hagia Sophia was, for nearly a thousand years, the largest enclosed space in the world, and is still seen as one of the world’s most important architectural monuments. It is one of Turkey’s most popular attractions, drawn by the sheer spectacle of its size, architecture, mosaics and art. It was built during the reign of Byzantine Emperor Justinian in the 6th century AD.İt is recently rconverted into a Active Mosque
What's Included
- Blue Badge guide
- Blue Badge guide
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Museum Entry Tickets
- Private transportation
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Museum Entry Tickets
- Private transportation
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be…
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Location
Istanbul Sightseeing Tours
Çatalçeşme Sokak
across the ADAMAR HOTEL
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(29 Ratings)
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X7041qenicolasv
Oct 13, 2025
Visit of Sultanahmet - Guided tour of Sultanahmet by Emre. Friendly, competent, interesting. Recommended for a family visit
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Loubnaf690
Sep 25, 2025
Istanbul Half Day tour for a first time visitor - I was on a long transit and decided to do a tour. I did not regret it. My tour guide Emre ÖNAL was well spoken in English and spot on with time management. He was also knowledgeable. If I had stayed longer would have definitely booked more experiences with the same company. Most importantly, as a woman traveling alone I felt exceptionally safe with Emre.
Thank you!! Will be booking more trips on my next trip to Istanbul :-)
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Jackietours2020
Aug 9, 2025
Beyond amazing - This walking tour was the perfect way to explore Istanbul’s historic heart! We visited the magnificent **Hagia Sophia**, the stunning **Blue Mosque**, the historic **Hippodrome**, and the vibrant **Grand Bazaar** — each stop brought to life by our guide’s fascinating explanations and stories.
The pace was relaxed, giving us time to soak in the sights, take photos, and ask questions. I especially appreciated the Emre’s deep knowledge of the city’s history and culture, which made every moment engaging and memorable.
From start to finish, the tour was well-organized, friendly, and truly enriching. I highly recommend it to anyone wanting to experience Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks in a single, enjoyable day.
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Scottcf4371lt
Jul 27, 2025
Istanbul walking tour - The walking tour is spectacular but be prepared to walk and don’t wear shorts. The guide was very knowledgeable and thorough. It’s a great tour! Highly recommended
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Scott_c
Jul 27, 2025
Amazing Istanbul - There is lots of walking but there is so much to see! The tour guide was very thorough and knowledgeable. He facilitated us to the front of all the lines. It was an amazing tour!
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486simonao
Jul 24, 2025
Emre made Istanbul Come Alive! - Unforgettable experience with an amazing guide!
Our visit to Istanbul was truly enhanced by our fantastic local guide, Emre. Knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate, he took us through iconic sites like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the Grand Bazaar.
His explanations were clear, engaging, and full of interesting stories. He was always ready to answer our questions and tailor the tour to our interests.
Highly recommended!
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Luciakq1351jw
Jun 23, 2025
Highly recommended!!!! - Absolutely recommended!!!!!After initial difficulties (had problems with the meeting point -Ali was waiting for us though! ) we had an individual eventful tour! In addition to the sights, we also saw a pottery and had an insight into the carpet weave. Our guide Ali is highly recommended, has a great knowledge and many insider tips!
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Cdo9839zc
May 25, 2025
Half day tour - Emre was very kind and knowledgeable - it was a great experience! I would highly recommend this tour for anyone looking for an introduction to the city and its history.
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Melsb91
Apr 11, 2025
Discovery of the Old Town - We spent a great morning with Emre discovering the old city of Istanbul! What a pleasure to discover the history of this thousand-year-old city! The little extra: the hotel pickup.
Emre also gave us tips for the rest of our stay. Thank you again for these delicious böreks!
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Christopherdo2745fy
Dec 10, 2024
Great way to see Istanbul in a short time period - Emre was a great guide. Good communication leading up to the tour, and then during the tour he gave great insights and facts! He is very experienced and it was a great way to see the major attractions in Istanbul in a short period of time
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