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Istanbul Highlights: Top 5 Sights in One Day
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Experience the best of Istanbul in one day with a small-group walking tour. Explore iconic landmarks, including the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar.
Experience the best of Istanbul in one day with a small-group walking tour. Explore iconic landmarks, including the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum (Turk ve Islam Eserleri Muzesi) - Your exciting full-day Istanbul sightseeing tour kicks off by meeting your guide at the designated spot (in front of the Turkish & Islamic Arts Museum at Sultanahmet Square). Begin with a brief overview of the day’s itinerary. Note that the sequence of visits may vary from the…
- Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum (Turk ve Islam Eserleri Muzesi) - Your exciting full-day Istanbul sightseeing tour kicks off by meeting your guide at the designated spot (in front of the Turkish & Islamic Arts Museum at Sultanahmet Square). Begin with a brief overview of the day’s itinerary. Note that the sequence of visits may vary from the description below.
- Blue Mosque - Head to the Blue Mosque, one of Istanbul’s most breathtaking landmarks. Marvel at its six iconic minarets and the numerous intricate Iznik tiles that create its stunning blue interior. Listen as your knowledgeable guide shares the intriguing history of this Ottoman-era mosque.
- Hagia Sophia Mosque - Optional visit to Hagia Sophia. Entrance fee is at the guests’ own expense.
- Topkapi Palace - Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays.
- Hippodrome - Midway through the day, take a break for lunch, which is at your own expense. Continue to the Hippodrome, where you can admire a granite Egyptian obelisk gifted to Istanbul. This site was once the heart of the city’s sports life and also served as a political hub.
- Kapali Carsi - Closed on Sundays.
- German Fountain - Constructed in Germany, transported by ships, and completed in Istanbul.
- Obelisk of Theodosius - Originally erected for King Thutmose III of Egypt, this obelisk was later moved to Constantinople.
- Hagia Irene Museum - Located in the outer courtyard of Topkapı Palace, Hagia Irene is the oldest church of the Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine).
- Basilica Cistern - Known as “Yerebatan Sarnıcı” in Turkish, the Basilica Cistern is one of the most remarkable and largest ancient cisterns beneath Istanbul. Built in the 6th century during the reign of Byzantine Emperor Justinian I, this vast underground water reservoir features 336 marble columns arranged in 12 rows, each standing 9 meters high.
What's Included
- English-speaking local guide
- Walking tour starting at Turkish & Islamic Arts Museum, Sultanahmet Square
- English-speaking local guide
- Walking tour starting at Turkish & Islamic Arts Museum, Sultanahmet Square
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entrance Fees
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entrance Fees
Additional Information
Immerse yourself in Istanbul’s five best sights on this guided full-day tour. Fit all of the attractions at the top of your bucket list into one packed day, with the help of an expert local guide. Stroll Istanbul’s historic Sultanahmet neighborhood, brimming with iconic buildings and storied streets. Tour the Blue Mosque, one of the most important sites…
Immerse yourself in Istanbul’s five best sights on this guided full-day tour. Fit all of the attractions at the top of your bucket list into one packed day, with the help of an expert local guide. Stroll Istanbul’s historic Sultanahmet neighborhood, brimming with iconic buildings and storied streets. Tour the Blue Mosque, one of the most important sites in the Muslim world. Delve into history of the Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and Istanbul Hippodrome. And you won’t want to miss the and the bustling Grand Bazaar. This tour is limited to 14 people to ensure a quality tour experience. The tour does not cover Entrance fees, pickup & drop off service and lunch service.
- Meeting point: Turkish & Islamic Arts Museum (Sultanahmet)
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum
At Meydanı Caddesi
Islam Eserleri Müzesi
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
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720sajidam
Jun 20, 2024
Amazing - Great tour! Sevilay Tokmak, the tour guide was amazing. She was a treasure trove of information. And not only that, she showed us some really good, authentic art and crafts shops in the area. Best of all, she is great with the photography, specially those of us soli travellers!
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Joaquingf5407cr
Aug 17, 2023
The Turkish delight of tours ! - Me and my wife had an incredible time on the tour, truly breathtaking views and our guide was so knowledgeable and friendly. Sevilay Tokamak was the best. I can't recommend this tour enough and it is a must do in Istanbul. From historical sites and facts to cultural aspects of life. From spice shops to just breathtaking views this tour has it all it has it all.
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869gailg
Sep 19, 2019
Small group walking tour - Fantastic day. Our guide Sevilay was wonderful, so much history, tons of add ons, she covered so many things, can’t believe we did so much in one day. September is a perfect time, not to hot & crowds where manageable.
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Babs1959
Aug 8, 2018
Small-group Full-Day Walking Tour of Istanbul - English - This was our 1st visit to the beautiful city of Istanbul. We were only there for 3 nights so wanted to see as much as we could before we had to leave. The Small-group Full-Day Walking Tour of Istanbul was absolutely perfect. We were picked up at 8:15 a.m. from our hotel, and boarded a luxury over sized van which took us into the area of the Blue Mosque. Our guide, Hakan Adagume was a wealth of interesting information and he was able to give us lots of background history regarding all the wonderful sites we were walking to. We were also given free time at each site to explore and take pictures.
At around 1:00p.m. we stopped at a lovely restaurant and we were served a delicious Turkish lunch which was included in our tour.
After lunch we strolled to a Government licensed/sponsored rug factory and watched a lady weave a portion of a silk rug and then were given information on the history of Turkish rugs and why these rugs were different from all other rugs - they are double knotted. At the end of the presentation you could look around or if you wanted to, you could purchase a rug(s) but there was no pressure to buy.
Our last stop was the Grand Bazaar where you could buy almost anything. We wanted to pick up some Turkish Delight and look at some silver jewelry. Our guide Hakan took us to shops that he trusted and we were able to buy what we'd been looking for.
At around 5:00p.m.we were all given the option to stay at the Grand Bazaar and taxi back to our hotels or we could be picked up by our driver and be dropped off at our hotels. It was a fabulous day full of interesting architecture, history and last but not least, our wonderful tour guide Hakan Adagume who made this day tour a fabulous experience. We can't wait to go back !
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Margatebee
Jun 15, 2018
Good tour - Tour coincided with end of Ramadan so guide had to be creative with morning itinerary as some sites closed till afternoon. We really enjoyed the small group size with nice people from Denmark, Aus,and US.
The sites were excellent, all of which are guide ensured our priority entrance. Th Hagia Sophia was breathtaking and the Topkapi palace were particular highlights.
You could do it all by yourself but you would have long queues.
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Fareehaa
Jun 29, 2019
Go for another one - I booked the full day tour which was supposed to be from 9 till 5 however finished at 3. Through expedia.
I had to go to a hotel and wait to be picked up.
The lady tried her best however some of her speech wasnt quite clear.
We went to the blue mosque hagia sophia biscilin (underground) lunch and then grand bazaar.
On the way to the bazaar we stopped at a carpet place and were being sold carpets i think we should be warned about these things as i didnt want a carpet.
The tour lady realised that we werent interested then her mood turned sour hence why she left at 3.
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