• Sultanahmet Square - Discover Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks on this intimate walking tour. Meet your knowledgeable guide at a popular spot for traditional Turkish treats, where restrooms are available, and you can buy 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 journey begins in the Sultanahmet area, named after the mosque itself.

Be amazed by this grand imperial Ottoman Mosque, commissioned by Sultan Ahmet I, and the last of its monumental size. Experience the evocative power and grandeur of its history as you embark on a detailed guided tour of the Blue Mosque and its associated structures with a professional guide.

Afterwards, take in the courtyard’s breathtaking views of modern Istanbulites and enjoy a leisurely walk around the neighborhood.

• Hagia Sophia Mosque - Explore the Hagia Sophia with pre-booked tickets and witness the most important site of the Greek Orthodox faith in Istanbul. Discover how it was transformed into a mosque following the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople.

Inside the Hagia Sophia, observe elements of both a mosque and a church coexisting. Admire the basilica’s magnificent dome and minarets, along with numerous mosaics, paintings, and marble columns.
Learn about the addition of the impressive İznik tiles over time, the creation of the stunning Virgin Mary mosaic, and why the Ottomans chose to inter their sultans in the courtyard.

• Hippodrome - Stroll through the renowned hippodrome of Constantinople. Discover the obelisks that embellish the square.
  Pause between two major landmarks for the best views and learn about the hippodrome’s significance during the Byzantine era of the city.
• Sultanahmet Square - Conclude your Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia tour with your guide’s final insights and practical advice for the remainder of your visit. With expert commentary and skip-the-line access, this tour provides an ideal introduction to Istanbul’s timeless landmarks.

• 2.5 hours walking tour at a relaxed pace
• Starting from Galata Port (optional)
• Small group tour for interactive experience
• Expert guide with insider knowledge
• Pre-reserved tickets for Hagia Sophia
• Guided tour of Blue Mosque and 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.