• Blue Mosque - The stunning Blue Mosque is famous for its 20,000 hand-painted blue Iznik tiles and six graceful minarets. Discover how this architectural wonder was commissioned by Sultan Ahmet I and represents the last great mosque of the Classical Ottoman era.
• Hippodrome - The Hippodrome served as the sporting and social hub of ancient Constantinople for a millennium, featuring monuments like the German Fountain of Wilhelm II, the Fountain of Sultan Ahmet III, the Bronze Serpentine Column, the Obelisk of Theodosius, and the Column of Constantine.
• The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, Istanbul - Hagia Sophia, a 6th-century marvel constructed by Emperor Justinian as a Greek Orthodox church. Explore the building’s rich history as it evolved from a church to a mosque and later into a museum—standing as the world’s largest church for nearly a thousand years.
• Kapali Carsi - Before arriving at the Grand Bazaar, enjoy a brief visit to a local shop—an excellent chance to purchase authentic souvenirs and handcrafted items. Then, gather at the Grand Bazaar’s main gate to learn fascinating details about its rich history. Afterward, explore the Grand Bazaar at your leisure. Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of the world’s oldest and largest covered market, with 65 bustling streets and over 4,000 shops offering everything from carpets and jewelry to spices, ceramics, and more.
• Sultanahmet District - Free time for lunch
• Topkapi Palace Museum - In the afternoon, proceed to Topkapı Palace, once the exclusive residence and administrative center of the Ottoman Sultans for over four centuries. Explore its lavish chambers and admire priceless collections, including sacred Islamic relics of the Prophet Mohammed, imperial treasures, Chinese porcelain, weapons, and exquisite calligraphy.

Admire the Harem, located within the palace grounds, which once housed the sultan, his mother, wives, concubines, children, and other female members of the court. A walk through this secluded section reveals a maze of rooms, courtyards, and private chambers, offering a unique insight into the complex social and political life of the Ottoman Empire.

• Hagia Irene Museum - Hagia Irene Church, meaning “Holy Peace” in Greek, was initially built as a basilica with three naves, on the orders of Constantinos the Great (306–337), atop a wooden temple. Hagia Irene consists of three sections: the naos, narthex, and atrium, with the standing atrium being the only surviving example from the Byzantine period.

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off (if option selected)
• Hagia Irene Church Guided visit
• Basilica Cistern Guided visit
• Topkapı Palace and Harem Guided visit
• Professional history expert English-speaking guide
• Hippodrome Guided visit
• Grand Bazaar visit & free time
• Blue Mosque Guided visit

• Topkapı Palace skip the line entrance ticket
• Hagia Sophia skip the line entrance ticket
• Lunch

Skip the ticket queues and enter the majestic Topkapı Palace and its Harem. Dive into Istanbul’s vibrant history by visiting UNESCO World Heritage sites such as the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and the lively Grand Bazaar.

• Travel back in time while discovering the 6th-century Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque.
• Marvel at the splendor and charm of Islamic architecture at the Blue Mosque.
• Visit the sultans’ residence at Topkapı Palace & Harem with a skip-the-line ticket.
• Hunt for bargains as you wander past hundreds of stalls in the Grand Covered Bazaar.
• Discover the secrets of Constantinople’s first church, the Hagia Irene Church.

• Please dress appropriately when entering sacred sites. Participants are advised to wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt. Please bring a scarf to cover head.
• Even though you’ll skip the ticket lines,the security checks at the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque are mandatory and cannot be bypassed.
• The Grand Bazaar is closed on religious holidays and Sundays.
• This is a shared transfer with Minibus or Midibus and pick up could be early or late. For each hotel there is a fixed pick-up time. before the tour starts time
• This is walking Tour

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