Private Topkapi Palace Hagia Sophia Blue Mosque Experience

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6 to 7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover Istanbul’s Old City on a fully private tour with your licensed guide. Explore Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and Grand Bazaar at your own pace.

Enjoy a flexible experience tailored to your interests, with personalized insights into Byzantine and Ottoman history, architecture and local culture. Private transportation is provided where appropriate based on your hotel location.

Visit a traditional Turkish handicraft center to discover carpets, ceramics, leatherwork and jewelry, with no purchase required.

No mixed groups, no rushed sightseeing—just a private experience with the freedom to explore Istanbul at a pace that suits you.

With personal attention, local expertise and a flexible pace, this private tour offers a comfortable and meaningful way to experience the highlights of historic Istanbul.

What's Included

Private professional licensed English and Spanish tour guide
Priority skip-the-line ticket reservation assistance
Flexible itinerary and pace
Private air-conditioned transportation, where applicable
Personalized private tour experience
Lunch
Personal expenses
Hagia Sophia entrance ticket to be paid on site.
Topkapi Palace entrance ticket to be paid on site

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup arrangements depend on your hotel location. Guests staying in the Old City (Sultanahmet/Fatih) will meet their private guide at the hotel and begin the tour on foot or by tram, as most major sights are within the historic area. For selected central Istanbul hotels outside the Old City, pickup by private air-conditioned vehicle is provided. Exact pickup details and time will be confirmed after booking.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 to 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

    Discover the remarkable history and architecture of Hagia Sophia, one of Istanbul’s most iconic Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Blue Mosque

    Admire the elegant Blue Mosque, famous for its six minarets, grand courtyard, and beautiful Ottoman architecture.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    TopkapI Palace

    Explore the legacy of the Ottoman sultans at Topkapi Palace, the historic heart of the empire for nearly four centuries.

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Hippodrome

    Walk through the ancient Hippodrome, once the center of Byzantine public life, ceremonies, and legendary chariot races.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Grand Bazaar

    Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest covered markets with centuries of trading history.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Istanbul Handicraft Center

    Discover traditional Turkish craftsmanship, including handwoven carpets, ceramics, leatherwork and jewelry, while learning about the centuries-old techniques behind these crafts.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by SHOP AND TRAVEL TURKEY

Tags

Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Additional fees

Cancellation Policy

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

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