• Hagia Sophia Mosque - Guests will be picked up from the hotel to join the group. The tour begins with a visit to the Hagia Sophia Museum, renowned as one of the Eight Wonders of the World. It holds a special place in architectural history as one of the few structures of its size and age that still stands today.
• Blue Mosque - The next stop is The Blue Mosque, named after the famous exquisite blue Iznik tiles that adorn its interior. It is the only imperial mosque in the world originally constructed with six minarets.

Note: The Blue Mosque is reserved for prayer on Fridays. On these days, the mosque is viewed from the outside.

• Hippodrome - The tour continues to Hippodrome Square, the ancient sporting and social hub of Byzantium, which accommodated 100,000 spectators and showcased artifacts from across the empire, including the Egyptian Obelisk and the Serpent Column.
• Grand Bazaar - A brief presentation and lecture on handicrafts is offered next to the Grand Bazaar, with optional attendance. Guests may choose to skip the presentation and explore the Grand Bazaar independently.

The group will reconvene and proceed to lunch.

Note: The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays.

• Istanbul - A three-course lunch is provided (beverages are at guests’ own expense).

*A vegetarian menu is available.

• Topkapi Palace - The tour then visits Topkapı Palace, the residence of early and mid-era Ottoman Sultans. It served as the main residence and administrative center of the Ottoman Empire from the 15th to the 19th century. Visitors will see the magnificent Imperial Treasury, the Baghdad Kiosk, Holy Relics, and the Kitchen Section, which includes one of the world’s finest collections of Chinese celadon ceramics. The Harem, which was off-limits to all but the Sultan, is also located within the palace. The tour concludes with a drive back to the hotel.

Note: The Harem Section is not included in the tour.

• Hagia Irene Museum - The next destination is Hagia Eirene, the Church of the Holy Peace, one of the few churches in Istanbul never converted into a mosque. It is reputedly built on the site of a pre-Christian temple and is notable for being the first church constructed in Byzantium when it became the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire.

• Museum Tickets
• Lunch
• All Fees and Taxes
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Professional Licensed Guiding
• Pick up & Drop Off from centrally located hotels on the European Side

• Drinks
• Gratuities (optional)
• Please review the additional notes on your ticket for the appropriate dress code for mosque visits

Explore the vibrant culture and history of Istanbul with our knowledgeable guides. Bypass the museum ticket lines with your guide.

Experience the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, a brief handicraft presentation near the Grand Bazaar (optional, guests may choose to explore the bazaar independently), and Topkapı Palace. Lunch is provided.

Reasons to Choose This Tour

✔ Convenient door-to-door service with hotel pick-up and drop-off
(Centrally located hotels on the European side; pick-up starts up to 1 hour before the tour begins)

✔ All entrance fees are covered — no additional payments required on the day

✔ Lunch is included — no need to plan or allocate extra funds

✔ Enjoy a small-group setting for a more intimate and leisurely tour

Experience Istanbul without the hassle of tickets, transportation, or unforeseen expenses.

• * When visiting religious buildings such as Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, it is required to cover your shoulders and knees. A light scarf is sufficient. Scarfs can be purchased from the mosques if needed.
• * On Fridays, the Blue Mosque is closed to touristic visits until the end of the Friday prayer. For this reason, on Fridays, Blue Mosque will be visited from the courtyard only.
• Not recommended for travellers with walking difficulties

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