Istanbul: Full Day Private Guided Tour of Iconic Landmarks
See Istanbul’s most important sites in a single day on a private tour, including Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Basilica Cistern, and the Grand Bazaar.
With skip-the-line tickets available for purchase directly from your guide, you’ll avoid the wait and make the most of your time. Explore the city’s rich history with an expert local guide, who can tailor the day to your interests for a truly personalized experience. Wander through the vibrant Grand Bazaar with insider tips to help you navigate its treasures, and dive into the fascinating stories of the Ottoman and Byzantine empires.
Walk through the heart of the Sultanahmet district, the oldest part of Istanbul, where ancient monuments stand beside lively neighborhoods and historic streets.
Options
Private Tour In English
Meets in Sultanahmet old town
What's included in Istanbul: Full Day Private Guided Tour of Iconic Landmarks
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Sultanahmet DistrictPass-by Only
Meet your expert guide and start your private tour to see the top sites in Istanbul. See Sultanahmet with your own eyes as an awe-inspiring hotspot for visitors with prestigious hillside monuments and much more.
Blue Mosque
Visit the world-famous Blue Mosque, Istanbul’s premier sight. Blue Mosque in Istanbul is an essential part of any Istanbul tour that lets you see mosque architecture and learn the basics of Islam in a very relevant setting.
Hippodrome
Walk through the famous Hippodrome of Istanbul seeing the famous Obelisks and the German Fountain. Learn about its history and the public use of this space in Byzantine and Ottoman times.
Inclusions
- Expert guide for a insider's local knowledge
- Walking tour that you can customise
- Private tour for a more personalized experience
- Skip the line tickets available to purchase from your guide
- Transport to the meeting spot
- Topkapi Palace tickets
- Hagia Sophia tickets
- Basilica Cistern tickets
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Women are required to wear a headscarf when entering the mosque.
- Both men and women should wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees. Shorts, sleeveless tops, and other revealing attire are not permitted inside.
- Wearing or displaying any specific religious symbols or attire is not permitted.
- You are not allowed to bring signs, symbols, banners, flags, documents, drawings, or any materials representing political, ideological, or religious beliefs inside the Hagia Sophia.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- We meet at Ersoy Bufe. This is a small food kiosk just by the side of the Hippodrome in Sultanahmet Square. It is across the German Fountain. Your guide will be in front of the Ersoy Bufe with a sign that says, “Walks in Europe.”
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Please meet your guide and start your tour
