• 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 remains intact.
• Blue Mosque - The next stop is The Blue Mosque, named after the famous blue Iznik tiles that adorn its interior. It is the only imperial mosque 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 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.
• Camlica Hill - After lunch, the tour crosses the Bosphorus Bridge, the first to connect the Asian and European continents. The journey continues to Camlica Hill, the highest point in Istanbul, offering stunning panoramic views of the Bosphorus, Prince’s Islands, and Istanbul.
• Camlica Mosque - The next destination is the Grand Camlica Mosque, opened in 2019, and the largest mosque in Turkey.
• Beylerbeyi Palace - The final visit is to Beylerbeyi Palace, the summer residence of Ottoman Sultans. The palace’s interior and exterior decorations are a unique blend of Eastern, Turkish, and Western styles. The original furniture, carpets, and other fixtures are well-preserved. The tour concludes with a return drive to the hotel.

• 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

Istanbul is a remarkable city, uniquely situated on both the European and Asian continents. Experience both sides in one day by exploring the Ottoman and Byzantine Monuments in the historic district, followed by a visit to the Asian side after lunch.

Why Choose This Tour

✔ Convenient door-to-door service with hotel pick-up and drop-off (available for 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 provided — no need to plan or allocate extra funds

✔ Enjoy a small-group setting for a more intimate and relaxed experience

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

• * When visiting religious buildings such as Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Camlıca 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.