• Hagia Sophia Mosque - Constructed in the sixth century A.D. by Byzantine Emperor Justinian I, this renowned mosque was initially an Orthodox Christian cathedral in the early days of Constantinople (now Istanbul). Over its nearly 1,500-year history, this iconic landmark has served as a Catholic church, mosque, and museum.

To enhance your visit and avoid lengthy queues, it is required that all visitors, whether on a group or private tour, purchase skip-the-line tickets in advance. A link for ticket purchase will be sent after booking confirmation. Queues can delay the tour by up to 2 hours.

• Blue Mosque - Originally named The Sultan Ahmed Mosque, after its builder Sultan Ahmed I, this mosque was constructed in the early 1600s. At that time, mosques were only built by sultans who had achieved military success. Despite lacking notable achievements and against his advisors’ counsel, Sultan Ahmed erected this magnificent structure as his enduring legacy. Today, it is affectionately called the Blue Mosque due to the blue tiles arranged in geometric patterns and floral designs within the mosque.

Note: “The Blue Mosque will be closed for renovation starting January 1st, 2023. Alternatively, visitors can explore another iconic Istanbul mosque: Yeni Cami (the New Mosque).”

• Suleymaniye Mosque - Situated on Istanbul’s Third Hill, the Suleymaniye was the city’s largest mosque for over 450 years until it lost this title in 2019. Beyond its impressive size, this mosque was designed by the esteemed architect Mimar Sinan, a prominent figure in Istanbul’s architectural heritage.

• Multilingual tour guide: English, Turkish, Spanish, Italian, German (select your option)
• Local drink at a historical Madrasah (package dependent)

• Lunch or beverages
• Personal expenses
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Entrance fees

Discover Istanbul’s art, architecture, history, culture, and faith in some of the city’s most beloved places of worship
Visit Hagia Sophia, one of the country’s most iconic landmarks
Snap photos of the Blue Mosque and learn how this grand building got its nickname
See Suleymaniye Mosque, an architectural masterpiece designed by renowned architect Mimar Sinan
Enjoy the intimacy of a private/small group tour
Last-minute booking is available for the meeting point option

Hagia Sophia information.
To enhance your experience and avoid long queues, we require that all visitors, whether on a group tour or a private tour, purchase skip-the-line tickets in advance. For that matter, we will send you a link where you can purchase it after confirming the booking. Queues can delay the tour up to 2 hours.

• As this tour includes visits to religious temples, the itinerary may be adjusted, extended, or shortened due to changes in prayer times throughout the year.
• Museum cards are not accepted.
• Hagia Sophia upper gallery is accessible by stairs, it’s not recommended for tourists with mobility issues.
• Knees and shoulders must be covered. Headscarf is mandatory for women and can be purchased at the entrance.
• It is strongly recommended to purchase Hagia Sophia skip-the-line tickets (25 EUR) in advance. The activity provider will assist with this process by sending you a purchase link via email if you don’t select the inclusive option. Customers without skip-the-line tickets may face a queue of 1-2 hours at the site.

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