Istanbul: Old City Tour Full Day with Lunch
Why we love it?
The Istanbul: Old City Tour is an immersive full-day experience designed for travelers interested in exploring the rich history and culture of Turkey's vibrant capital. Lasting eight hours, this tour includes visits to iconic landmarks such as the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, and Haghia Sophia, all guided by a licensed professional who provides in-depth insights into each site's significance. Ideal for history enthusiasts and first-time visitors alike, the tour combines convenience with comfort, featuring hotel pick-up and drop-off in a fully air-conditioned vehicle, along with a lunch break to recharge. This comprehensive itinerary allows participants to fully appreciate the architectural marvels and historical narratives that define Istanbul's Old City.
Inclusions
- Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off
- Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
- Lunch
Exclusions
- Personal Expenses
- Driver & Guide Tips – Gratitue
- Topkapı Palace Admission
- Hagia Sophia Admission
Itinerary
Hippodrome
It was the center of sport activities of Constantinople. Famous with 4 monuments, The German Fountain of Wilhelm II, Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, Column of Constantine.
Blue Mosque
as known as the Sultanahmet Mosque (under renovation now), this breath-taking building is one of the most majestic Ottoman mosques in all of Turkey. Also, it was built with unique 6 minarets. (Closed on Friday)
Haghia Sophia
is the most famous museum in Turkey and one of the greatest marvels of architecture. Haghia Sophia was built as a church in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian then in 1453 renovated into a mosuqe by Ottoman Emperor Fatih Sultan Mehmet. It was converted into a museum in 1935 and It was converted 2020 renovated into a mosuqe and welcoming both local and foreign visitors.
Topkapi Palace
which has been home to the Ottoman dynasty for many years, was used educational administrative and art center of state. Get knowledge about the imperial treasury sacred islamic relics, palace kitchens, weapons. (Closed on Tuesday)
Step 5
Hagia Irene also called as “St. Eirene” or “St.Irene’s” Church. It is one of the oldest Byzantium churches in Istanbul, was the 2nd largest church of the Eastern Roman Empire after Hagia Sophia. (Closed on Tuesday)
Grand Bazaar
is the biggest market and the most attractive shopping center of Istanbul which has lots of shopping oppurtunities with carpets, leather, jewellery, turkish delight, gold, antique tiles etc.. (Closed on Sunday and Official Holidays)
Please Note
- Stroller or pram accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Pick up is included from hotels located in the Old City and Taksim areas. Please ask for availability for hotels located in other zones.Turkey Traveler pickup is offered FREE Pick-up & Drop-off service available from all hotels in central Istanbul. FINDIKZADE → AKSARAY LALELİ BEYAZIT → SULTANAHMET → SİRKECİ → TEPEBAŞI ŞİŞHANE→ TAKSİM TALİMHANE We will give you a pick-up time in the tour day. Please ask for pick-up possibility from other locations. There may be an extra charge for transportations from other locations.
- No pick-up or drop off service from the hotels on the Asian side of Istanbul
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation nearby
- Infant seats available
- Passport required
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
