Istanbul Highlights: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia

Explore Istanbul’s European and Asian sides, savor Turkish delicacies, and discover must-try dishes on this half-day food tour.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hagia Sophia Mosque - This mosque and former church is a significant cultural and historical landmark in Istanbul, Turkey. It is the third church building constructed on the site by the Eastern Roman Empire, completed in 537 CE. Originally a Greek Orthodox church from 360 CE to 1453, it briefly served as a Latin Catholic church between the Fourth…
What's Included
  • Sweet and Spice Tasting for Free
  • Priority to buy tickets
  • Guidance
  • Tea and coffee
  • Bottled water
  • All Taxes
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Tickets
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of the area with an experienced local tour guide.
Visit all of Istanbul’s top attractions in just one day. Discover the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, Basilica Cistern, and many other sites.
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Lunch…

Location
German Fountain
At Meydanı Caddesi
German Fountain is our meeting place.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Andytapatagonika
Nov 13, 2025
Amazing tour guide (Alp) - I did this tour with Alp and I truly enjoyed it, not only was he really nice, he knew a lot, made me feel like I was hanging out with a friend that was showing me their hometown. He knew places I would have not been able to find in my super quick trip. This is 100% the best tour guide in Istanbul.
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Cfk2132016
Nov 10, 2025
Great experience visiting Istanbul's 3 major mosques - Emrullah gave us an absolutely fantastic experience showing us some of his favourite places to visit in Istanbul. His descriptions, explanations and linking of history at each site was fantastic and gave us a greater understanding of the complexities that exist in Istanbul. He managed to include many light hearted moments in his conversations with us whilst also allowing us to sit and take in the real beauty of the mosques visited. Emrullah is a great guide.
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Sachaontheroad
Nov 1, 2025
Istanbul's history brought to life. - We went on a walking tour with Emrullah around the old town. To say it was informative, well thought out and well run is an understatement. His historical, political and religious insights brought Istanbul's history to life- and what a history it is!! I can thoroughly recommend him.
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Pjchan27
Nov 1, 2025
The highlight of my entire trip! - Istanbul had long been a city I wanted to explore, and I couldn't have asked for a better guide than Emrullah. The tour was well paced, well organized, and most importantly, informative. What makes Emrullah shine as your tour guide is his vast depth of knowledge, providing so much more insight than I could have ever learned from my travel books. His expertise alone made this tour the favourite part of my entire vacation! Don't hesitate, do this tour, I'd highly recommended it.
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Fatitou06
Oct 31, 2025
Very good and nice experience - It was a good experience the guide was till and all the explanation about the story the city was clear I recommend you Emrullah he is very nice and a good guide
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Relax13117792575
Oct 31, 2025
Amazing tour Guide - We got a tour through the old town and he showed us some not so touristy places. We also got to try some food and snacks of how the locals eat it and where they eat it. It was very interesting as he told us the history and various background stories of places we paces by. We were very lucky to find him in our first visit to Istanbul. I can highly recommend a tour with this guide.
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Alexandrusr9096hw
Oct 31, 2025
Discovering Istanbul’s Treasures and you gain a friend! - I had the pleasure of joining a guided tour of Istanbul with Emrullah Cansu, and it was an outstanding experience. Emrullah is not only highly knowledgeable and professional but also genuinely passionate about the city’s history and culture. The visits to Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern, and other landmarks were insightful, well-organized, and full of fascinating stories. Beyond being an excellent guide, Emrullah makes you feel truly welcome — after this experience, you don’t just leave with wonderful memories, but also with a friend in Istanbul!
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Culture35272009364
Oct 30, 2025
Best Guided Trip Experience in Turkey! - Turkey has always been on my bucket list, and I finally travelled there in September 2025 with Mr Cansu, and it truly exceeded my expectations. We explored many incredible cities and learned so much about Turkish food, culture, and its rich Muslim heritage, and the entire trip was perfectly guided and deeply informative. Cansu makes every moment meaningful with his knowledge and passion for history and culture. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Turkey, you will be in excellent hands!
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Henryew3172ic
Oct 27, 2025
A truly private tour! - A visit to Istanbul's old town is an absolutely breathtaking experience, especially seeing the hagia sophia and blue mosque, but you must go prepared. While the main square is free, the major sites like topkapi palace and hagia sophia have expensive admission fees, so a museum pass is a smart buy. Be ready for atmosphere and massive crowds. To truly appreciate it all without feeling rushed, dedicate at least one full days. It's an unmissable destination for first-time visitors and history lovers.
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444ebbad
Oct 17, 2025
Old Town of Istanbul - Hiring our guide, Emrullah, was the best decision we made for exploring Istanbul's breathtaking but chaotic Old Town. He masterfully brought history to life with incredible stories while expertly navigating us through the crowds, skipping huge lines, and even finding a fantastic, authentic kebab spot away from the tourist traps. If you want a stress-free, fascinating and truly unforgettable experience in Istanbul, you absolutely should booking a tour with Emrullah. We can't recommend him enough!
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From $50
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).