Overview
Immerse yourself in the soul of historical Istanbul.
This full-day experience brings you closer to the city's imperial past and vibrant present. Includes lunch and must-see sites.
Highlights
- Pick Up Point: Sirkeci Station or Old City Hotel
- Topkapı Palace Museum: Once the residence of Ottoman sultans, this grand palace showcases imperial treasures and relics.
- Hippodrome: A historic square that was the center of Byzantine social life, famous for its obelisks and monuments.
- Hagia Sophia Mosque: An architectural marvel blending Christian and Islamic heritage under a magnificent dome.
- Blue Mosque: Famed for its six minarets and dazzling blue İznik tiles adorning the interior.
- Gülhane Park: A peaceful green park once part of the Topkapı Palace grounds, perfect for a relaxing stroll.
- Grand Bazaar: One of the world's oldest and largest covered markets, home to thousands of shops.
Included & Excluded
Included
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Entry fees for sites and museums
Excluded
- Personal expenses
- Tips for the guide
- Beverages with meals