Istanbul Guided Old City Wonders and Bosphorus Cruise Tour

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6 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Your day begins with intense, awe-inspiring sites Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapı palace and cistern then shifts gradually into relaxation — ending with a Bosphorus cruise at golden hour. Most itineraries cluster sites without giving breathing room.

What's Included

Bottled water
Government Fees
Public transportation
Licenced Profesional Tour Guide
Topkapı Palace, Hagia Sophia, Yerebatan Cictern, Bosphorus Cruise
Lunch
Tips & Gesture
Travel Insurance
Meals

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
OR
Meeting point
Foodie-ist Cafe and Brasserie

It is next to Vigue Supreme Hotel in Sultanahmet nearby exit of Cistern. We will pick you up at the arrival hall. The driver/guide will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead travelers name.

End point

The tour will conclude in front of the Spice Bazaar. If you have selected the private vehicle option, drop-off service will be provided.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Topkapi Palace Museum

    Explore the lavish palace of Ottoman sultans: imperial courtyards, treasury (with the Topkapi Dagger and Spoonmaker’s Diamond), and sacred relics.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

    1,500-year-old masterpiece. A former cathedral, mosque, and museum, Hagia Sophia reflects the layers of Istanbul’s history.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Hippodrome

    The Hippodrome of Istanbul, originally built as the Hippodrome of Constantinople, was a large ancient arena used primarily for chariot races and public events; it was constructed in the early 3rd century AD by Emperor Septimius Severus and significantly renovated and expanded by Emperor Constantine the Great in the 4th century to accommodate over 100,000 spectators in a U-shaped structure with grandstands and an imperial box connected directly to the Great Palace.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Blue Mosque

    This iconic 400 years old mosque is known for its six minarets and interior blue tiles.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Basilica Cistern

    Descend into a mysterious underground water reservoir with ancient columns and dim lighting. Worth to see Medusa heads!

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Bosphorus

    Enjoy scenic roundtrip cruise with views of Dolmabahçe & Çırağa Palaces, Ortaköy Mosque, Bosphorus Bridge, Maiden’s Tower. You can have Traditional Turkish Tea/Coffee and Simit while you are listening enjoyable stories.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)

    The Spice Bazaar in Istanbul, also known as the Egyptian Bazaar (Mısır Çarşısı), is a historic covered market located in the Eminönü quarter of the Fatih district, built in 1660-1664 with revenues from the Ottoman province of Egypt to support the nearby New Mosque; it has been the city's main center for spice trade and is known for its vibrant shops selling spices, Turkish delight, dried fruits, nuts, and souvenirs.

    1 hour • 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 Atlas Global Tours

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Private and Luxury
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Historical Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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