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This is a fantastic small-group tour that allows you to explore the most popular sites in the Old Town, including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Basilica Cistern, all while skipping the ticket lines. Your official tour guide will take you inside each site, sharing detailed information so you can truly appreciate their beauty and significance. You’ll also have the opportunity to enjoy a Turkish tea or coffee.
For a more tailored experience, you can choose the private tour option.
Please note that entry fees are not included in the tour price. We will purchase the tickets in advance to skip the lines, and we kindly ask that you have the required amount in cash to give to your guide. You can pay in Euros, USD, or Turkish Liras.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting Poing is Pudding Shop Lale Restaurant. The restaurant is located on the street where the tram lines run through Sultanahmet, an approximately 1-minute walk from the Sultanahmet tram stop. We will be at the meeting point with yellow umbrella
Tour ends in an old madrasah very close to the Grand Bazaar.
Itinerary
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1Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Basilica Cistern
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 1500 TL per person, and we will purchase the tickets for you to skip the line. Kindly have the amount ready in cash.
25 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
Blue Mosque (Pass by)
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.
Admission ticket free -
German Fountain (Pass by)
We will see the German fountain and understand the historical connection Turks with Germany
Admission ticket free -
3Corlulu Ali Pasa Medresesi
At a point during the tour, your guide will choose a stop where you can enjoy a complimentary Turkish coffee or tea.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Grand Bazaar
We will smell the spices, see secret streets of Grand Bazaar.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that the entry fee for the Basilica Cistern is 900 TL per person, and 25 Euros for Hagia Sophia. You can pay your guide in cash, either in TL, USD, or Euros, so they can purchase your tickets without any delay.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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