Istanbul Private Tour Hagia Sofia Sultanahmet and Topkapi Palace
- 4–6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Our city tour offers a unique blend of ancient history and modern culture, providing a truly unforgettable experience. Step back in time and explore the hidden gems of our city, guided by expert historians who will bring the past to life. Indulge your taste buds on a culinary journey through our city, sampling local delicacies and learning about the rich food traditions of our region.
Inclusions
What's included
- Tour Guide Service
- Hotel or port pickup and drop-off by walking or by public transport
- Skip the line tickets (Ticket costs to be paid directly to your guide as an additional charge)
- Private meeting points
What's not
- Lunch
- Topkapı Palace enterance 1700 TL per pax
- Yerebatan Sarnici enterance 900 TL per pax
- Hagia Sophia enterance 1000 TL per pax
- Private transportation
Itinerary
Our guide will take you on a journey through Istanbul’s unique historical heritage, beginning with the Sultanahmet area, including the Topkapi Palace and the Hagia Sophia Mosque. After experiencing these iconic landmarks, you will be mesmerized by the grandeur of the Basilica Cistern. The tour will conclude with visits to the Grand Bazaar and the Egyptian Bazaar, two of history’s most significant and vibrant shopping centers.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Marmara University Main building or Sultanahmet Mosque.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- The Bosphorus Concierge
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Istanbul
- Its from-price is 16% below the median of the 530 city tours we list in Istanbul.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Istanbul
Istanbul straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus, with Byzantine and Ottoman monuments, busy bazaars and ferries crossing between continents.
The historic peninsula holds the greatest landmarks. Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Hippodrome face each other in Sultanahmet, the Basilica Cistern lies beneath the streets, and Topkapı Palace spreads across the hill above the Golden Horn. A short walk away, the Grand Bazaar and the Spice Bazaar have traded for centuries, and Süleymaniye Mosque, built by the great Ottoman architect Sinan, crowns one of the city's seven hills.
Top-ranked sights in Istanbul: Dolmabahce Palace (Dolmabahce Sarayi), Bosphorus, Bosphorus Bridge (Bogazici Koprusu).
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