• Blue Mosque - 1- BLUE MOSQUE

The Blue Mosque is a 400-year-old imperial mosque constructed by the Ottoman Empire in the 17th century AD.
• It is renowned for its twenty thousand blue ceramic tiles. Inside, visitors can admire the stunning blue tiles alongside stained glass windows.
• A dress code is required for visiting the mosque; women must wear a headscarf and long dresses that cover the knees, while men need to wear long pants to cover their knees.

• Hagia Sophia Mosque - 2- HAGIA SOPHIA

Hagia Sophia is one of the oldest cathedrals in Constantinople/Istanbul, built by the Eastern Roman Empire in the 6th century AD. It has stood for 1500 years with its massive dome.
• It served as a cathedral for about a thousand years during the Roman period before being converted into a mosque after the Ottoman Empire captured the city in 1453.
• Today, it functions partly as a mosque and museum. Inside, visitors can see icons and motifs from the Roman period, along with additions from the Ottoman period.
• A dress code is required for entry. Women must wear a headscarf and long dresses that cover the knees, and men need to wear pants that cover their knees.

• Basilica Cistern - 4- BASILICA CISTERN

Built as an underground water tank in the 6th century AD by the Roman Empire to supply water to the city, it now serves as a museum since it is no longer an active tank.
When descending approximately 10 meters underground, visitors will feel as if they are in a mysterious underground city, surrounded by numerous pillars and colorful lights.

• Topkapi Palace Museum - 3- TOPKAPI PALACE: (closed on Tuesdays, instead visit Mahmut Paşa local public market for a walk and spice market)

Topkapi Palace is an imperial palace with a large complex that served the 600-year-old Ottoman Empire for about 400 years.
It was constructed by the Ottoman Sultan Mehmet II in the 15th century AD after capturing Constantinople.
• It was used as the residence of Ottoman sultans and the imperial palace of the empire.
• In many rooms, visitors can see objects from the Ottoman period, such as jewels, swords, and weapons.

Attention:
• Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays.
• Tour guides are not allowed to accompany visitors in some private exhibition rooms of the palace.

• Hippodrome - 6- HIPPODROME

• The square known as the Hippodrome today was built by Emperor Constantine the Great in the 4th century AD after he designated the city as the new capital of the Roman Empire.
• The Hippodrome was primarily used for chariot races and was the most popular activity in the city.
• Today, visitors can see the Egyptian obelisk from Egypt, the Serpent Column from Greece, the German Fountain from Germany, and the Walled Obelisk from the city.

• Grand Bazaar - 5- GRAND BAZAAR

The Grand Bazaar is a 500-year-old historical market and bazaar from the Ottoman era, built in 1461. Inside, there are 3,500 shops offering ceramics, spices, sweets, delights, jewelry, and handmade rugs. As part of the market, visitors can witness art demonstrations.
The Grand Bazaar is CLOSED ON SUNDAYS.

• Skip The Ticket Lines
• Roman and Ottoman Historical Major Attractions
• Personal Licensed Private Guide

• Lunch
• Transportation
• Hagia Sophia Admission Fee: 25 € Per Person
• Topkapi Palace Admission Fee: 2.400 Turkish Lira Per Person
• Basilica Cistern Admission Fee: 1.500 Turkish Lira Per Person
• Museum Entrance Fees are not included in the Price.

This full-day private guided tour showcases Istanbul’s key attractions without the hassle of ticket lines. During this tour, participants will explore the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, Hippodrome, and Grand Bazaar. These historical sites are conveniently located within walking distance of each other.

BRIEFLY

1. BLUE MOSQUE: A 400-year-old mosque constructed by the Ottoman Empire in the 17th century AD.

2. HAGIA SOPHIA: A 1,500-year-old church from the 6th century Roman era, now serving as both a mosque and museum.

3. TOPKAPI PALACE: A 500-year-old imperial palace of the Ottoman Empire (closed on Tuesdays).

4. BASILICA CISTERN: An underground water reservoir from the 6th century AD, built by the Roman Empire to supply water to the city.

5. HIPPODROME: The area where chariot races were historically held.

6. GRAND BAZAAR: A 500-year-old market from the Ottoman period, featuring 3,500 shops (closed on Sundays).

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