• Sultanahmet Square - Discover Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks on this intimate walking tour. Meet your dedicated guide at a popular spot for traditional Turkish treats, where you can find restrooms and purchase water or snacks. Enjoy a picturesque walk around Sultanahmet and experience local life with a professional guide.
• Blue Mosque - The Blue Mosque is Istanbul’s most frequented monument. Your tour begins in the Sultanahmet area, named after the mosque itself. Be awed by this grand imperial Ottoman Mosque, commissioned by Sultan Ahmet I, the last of its grand scale. Relive its historical grandeur with a detailed guided tour of the Blue Mosque and its surrounding buildings. Afterwards, take in the stunning views of modern Istanbul from the courtyard and enjoy a leisurely walk around the neighborhood.
• Hagia Sophia Mosque - Explore the Hagia Sophia with pre-booked tickets and see the most important site of the Greek Orthodox faith in Istanbul. Learn about its transformation into a mosque following the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople. Inside the Hagia Sophia, observe the coexistence of mosque and church elements. Marvel at the basilica’s magnificent dome, minarets, mosaics, paintings, and marble columns. Discover how the beautiful İznik tiles were added over time, the creation of the Virgin Mary mosaic, and why Ottoman sultans chose to be buried in the courtyard.
• Hippodrome - Stroll through the historic hippodrome of Constantinople and learn about the obelisks that decorate the square. Pause between major landmarks for the best views and understand the hippodrome’s significance during Byzantine times.
• Arasta Bazaar - Wander through the Arasta Bazaar, located in the shadow of the Blue Mosque, to appreciate 17th-century public architecture. This well-known yet modest open-air market is in the heart of Sultanhamet. Enjoy a final tea break and shop for souvenirs to take home.

• Starting from Galata Port (If this option is selected)
• 3 hours walking tour at a relaxed pace
• Small group tour for a more interactive experience
• Expert guide for insider’s knowledge of the city
• Pre-reserved tickets for the Hagia Sophia
• Guided tour for the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia

• Transport to the meeting spot

Participate in an intimate walking tour of Istanbul’s two iconic landmarks: the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia.
Take advantage of pre-booked tickets for the Hagia Sophia.
Choose to meet your guide at Galata port if arriving by cruise ship.
Delight in a picturesque walk around Sultanahmet, observing local life with an expert guide.
Marvel at the grandeur and allure of Islamic architecture in the Blue Mosque.
Explore the rich history and culture of the Ottoman and Byzantine Empires.

• Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are functioning mosques and they can be closed to visitors for any reason, even without pre-notice (for a high-level state visit, for example)
• Nobody can skip the line at either of the mosques although our guides make it easier and more efficient because they do it every day.
• Istanbul has notoriously bad traffic. Give more time to get to the meeting spot than you may have planned
• Tickets are timed and expire within 5 to 10 minutes.
• Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has commenced.
• Please note that women should be required to wear a headscarf when entering the mosque.
• Please note that both men and women should wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees. Shorts, sleeveless tops, and other revealing attire are not permitted inside.
• You are not allowed to bring signs, symbols, banners, flags, documents, drawings, or any materials representing political, ideological, or religious beliefs inside the Hagia Sophia.
• Please note that the ‘Starting from Galata Port’ option is available only for cruise guests.
• Please note that skip-the-line access is available for adults only. Children under the age of 7 do not benefit from this access.
• Please note that children under 7 are not permitted on this tour.
• Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.

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