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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Overview
This exceptional small-group tour offers you the chance to explore the most iconic sites in the Old Town, including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Basilica Cistern, all while skipping the ticket lines. Your expert tour guide will accompany you inside each site, providing fascinating insights to help you fully appreciate their beauty and cultural significance. Along the way, you’ll also enjoy a complimentary Turkish tea or coffee.
For a more tailored experience, you can choose the private tour option.
Options
Private Tour
Private Tour
Small Group Tour
Small Group Tour
What's included
Skip the line tickets at Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern (Not Entrance Fees )
Professional guide
Tea or Turkish Coffee
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tipping your guide.
Basilica Cistern
Hagia Sophia Mosque
What to expect
The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, Istanbul
45m · Admission ticket not included
The Hagia Sophia was once the principal church for all Christians, and after the division in Christianity, it became the leading church for the Orthodox community. Following the conquest of Istanbul by the Turks, it was transformed into a mosque. Your guide will take you inside and provide in-depth information to help you appreciate its beauty even more. Please note that the entry fee is 25 Euros per person, and we will purchase the tickets for you to skip the line. Kindly have the amount ready in cash.
starting 15th January 2024, Hagia Sophia entrance fee will be 25 Euros apply all foreginers.
Basilica Cistern
25m · Admission ticket not included
We're going to explore the Basilica Cistern, an ancient water storage system designed to withstand long sieges. With its vast size and 336 columns, it's often referred to as the 'Underground Palace.' It's not only a remarkable historical site but also offers a unique and fascinating experience beneath the streets of Istanbul."
Please note that the entry fee is 900 TL per person, and we will purchase the tickets for you to skip the line. Kindly have the amount ready in cash. ( officials share that it will be 1300 TL pp but date is not confirmed yet ).
Blue Mosque
30m
We will visit the world-renowned Blue Mosque, officially known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque. Its stunning blue tiles and vibrant ceiling give it the nickname "Blue Mosque." Inside, your guide will explain Islam while you explore the breathtaking beauty of this architectural masterpiece.
Hippodrome
20m
The Hippodrome of Constantinople was a circus that was the sporting and social centre of Constantinople, capital of the Byzantine Empire.
Corlulu Ali Pasa Medresesi
20m
At a point during the tour, your guide will choose a stop where you can enjoy a complimentary Turkish coffee or tea.
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Small Group Tours
Grand Bazaar Jewelers
30m
Visit one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world - Istanbul's Grand Bazaar
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Meeting point is 1 min walking distance to the tram stop
End point
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and will be replaced with Spice Bazaars
On Religious Fests Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar are closed and your guides can show alternative sites
Meeting Time for the small group tours are 10 am ( 2 pm on fridays ) and if you book private option, meeting time is up to you.
Tours Ends near Grand Bazaar
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
None has right the skip the lines in Blue Mosque
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.