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Istanbul Old City Tour: Sultanahmet Highlights
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615 Ratings
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Discover the hidden treasures of Istanbul on a private tour. Explore unique monuments and the historic Old City of Sultanahmet, including the iconic Blue Mosque and other famous sights.
Discover the hidden treasures of Istanbul on a private tour. Explore unique monuments and the historic Old City of Sultanahmet, including the iconic Blue Mosque and other famous sights.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Blue Mosque - Explore the interior of the Blue Mosque
- Kapali Carsi - Discover the renowned Grand Bazaar, the largest shopping center in Europe
- Hagia Sophia Mosque - Enjoy an interior tour with your guide, lasting between 45 to 90 minutes
- Hippodrome - Stroll through the ancient Hippodrome streets and admire the historic columns and…
- Blue Mosque - Explore the interior of the Blue Mosque
- Kapali Carsi - Discover the renowned Grand Bazaar, the largest shopping center in Europe
- Hagia Sophia Mosque - Enjoy an interior tour with your guide, lasting between 45 to 90 minutes
- Hippodrome - Stroll through the ancient Hippodrome streets and admire the historic columns and obelisks
- Topkapi Palace - Visit the city’s largest museum and former residence of sultans for 300 years. Closed on Tuesdays, replaced with a visit to the Underground Basilica Cistern
- Sultanahmet District - Wander through the historic streets of this area
- 5K Rug Store - Discover the intricate art of weaving with a live demonstration by skilled and exceptional weavers. This is a rare chance to observe master artisans in action, learn about the detailed techniques behind each rug, and even try weaving yourself.
What's Included
- Professional tour guide
- Pick up from city center hotels and cruise port
- Drop off to hotels, cruise port, and city center locations
- Professional tour guide
- Pick up from city center hotels and cruise port
- Drop off to hotels, cruise port, and city center locations
What's Not Included
- Drinks
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Entrance fee of Hagia Sophia Museum
- Entrance fee of Topkapi Palace
- Drinks
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Entrance fee of Hagia Sophia Museum
- Entrance fee of Topkapi Palace
Additional Information
Embark on a walking tour through Istanbul’s renowned Old City, Sultanahmet, named after the illustrious Blue Mosque. Explore four of the area’s premier landmarks, each just a 4–8 minute stroll apart. Immerse yourself in the distinctive history and architecture up close, with no need for car transfers as all attractions are conveniently reachable on foot. An ideal way to experience the essence of Istanbul!
Embark on a walking tour through Istanbul’s renowned Old City, Sultanahmet, named after the illustrious Blue Mosque. Explore four of the area’s premier landmarks, each just a 4–8 minute stroll apart. Immerse yourself in the distinctive history and architecture up close, with no need for car transfers as all attractions are conveniently reachable on foot. An ideal way to experience the essence of Istanbul!
Location
Pudding Shop Lale Restaurant
Divan Yolu Caddesi
if your hotel is not in the pick up zone we can meet you here, 100 meter away from the tram station of sultanahmet towards to Hagia Sophia
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(615 Ratings)
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Michele_a
Aug 22, 2025
Amazing! - This private tour with Aylem was wonderful. Our ship had an unforseen event that caused a delay. We originally were to met her at 8:30am. Our ship didn't dock until 2:00pm. She was very available and responsive. Met us at 3:00, and after asking us what was at the top of our very abbreviated day, she was able to give us everything on our list! It was perfect!!!
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Amy_l
Aug 15, 2025
Belgin was great! She was... - Belgin was great! She was very knowledgeable and explained in detail every place we toured such as Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, etc. She also brought us to her favorite restaurant in the area and we told her to just order for us. She and the restaurant didn’t disappoint! The food was amazing (we literally inhaled it). There was a lot of walking and standing on this tour so come prepared with comfortable walking shoes. We walked over 5 miles and the hills accumulated to 8 flights of stairs. You’ll definitely get your 12,000 steps in (then you won’t feel so glutinous eating all that yummy Turkish food. We also visited a local rug shop where they hosted us with apple and pomegranate tea and showed us how Turkish rugs are made by hand. What an art!! Belgin was extremely friendly and easy to understand. We highly recommend booking with her!
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Bruce_l
Aug 14, 2025
good vakue and use of time. - good overvirew of old european side. good communication. plan on 5 hours. hagia sofia is not to be missed
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Ayren
Aug 8, 2025
This was worth it! - We had a great time with Tayfun. He was full of information and patience. My husband and I decided to try a private tour for the first time and we did not regret it. We were able to skip the lines, adjust what we saw, and move at whatever pace we wanted.
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Jinette_v
Aug 5, 2025
Loved it... - I loved it, although I did not find a guide in Spanish, the guide spoke English very well I understood him perfectly.. Take me to interesting places
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Gerrad_a
Aug 3, 2025
Immersive experience ... - Immersive experience
Well organized. Friendly guide with excellent knowledge and experience. Able to skip lines
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Jorge_p
Aug 1, 2025
One Incredible Day in Istanbul - I liked that the tour was flexible, I was able to add a visit to the underground cisterns and finish at a local Turkish show. I was also offered private top class airport transportation for a reasonable price. About the Tour, Eylem was our guide, she really knows her way around and makes decisions depending on the attractions busy lines, she knows how to avoid lines which helps maximize the day. She is also very flexible and went at our pace, she understood we were tired and found nice places to rest. She never left our site and even helped us bargain at GRAN Bazar. She is knowledgeable and very well educated. She took us great pictures and was very patient with our kids.
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Mandy
Jul 30, 2025
Incredible - I had an incredible time touring Istanbul with Billur! From the very beginning, she made me feel welcome and at ease—it truly felt like I was exploring the city with an old friend. Her knowledge of Istanbul’s rich history, culture, and hidden gems was impressive, and she shared it all with passion and clarity.
Billur had the perfect balance of professionalism and warmth. She was attentive, engaging, and flexible, tailoring parts of the tour to match my interests. Whether we were walking through ancient landmarks or discovering local spots off the beaten path, she brought every place to life.
This tour was a highlight of my trip, and I can’t recommend Billur enough to anyone visiting Istanbul. She made the experience feel personal, authentic, and unforgettable!
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Anna_g
Jul 26, 2025
An unforgettable... - An unforgettable experience and the best way to explore Istanbul and its rich history!
Burak was our guide, and he was fantastic from start to finish. He arrived right on time and took us to all the places listed in the itinerary. He’s incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, fun, and patient—the perfect person to show you Istanbul through a local’s eyes.
Throughout the tour, he shared fascinating insights about the city’s history, and I learned so much during the time we spent together. He truly made the experience special. Burak is AWESOME!
I’ve already recommended this tour to my friends, and I’ll continue to do so!
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Che_s
Jul 21, 2025
Being able to experience... - Being able to experience the most important locations in Istanbul with a guide for just my husband and I was incredible. Kenan was an amazing tour guide and we learned so much about each location from him . His knowledge and sense of humor made it a memorable experience. Highly recommend this tour!
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