Istanbul, Sultanahmet · 8 hours · Private (up to 6)
$170 per group (up to 6)
About this tour
Istanbul — where civilizations and beliefs have met for thousands of years.
Join this guided Old City tour and discover the remarkable layers of Istanbul’s past in just one day. From the Roman and Byzantine periods to the Ottoman Empire and the medieval world, every corner of the historic peninsula tells a different story.
During the tour, we will explore some of the city’s most famous mosques, churches, and palaces, while uncovering the history and legends that shaped them.
As we walk through Hippodrome Square together, I will share stories that connect many great civilizations — from the Persians and Greeks to the Egyptians, Hurrians, Mitanis, and of course the Ottomans. In a space of only 100 meters, you’ll experience centuries of history unfolding step by step.
I look forward to welcoming you and exploring this extraordinary city together.
Highlights
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
Blue Mosque interior visit
Hippodrome & ancient obelisks
Basilica Cistern
Grand Bazaar exploration
Optional Topkapi Palace add-on
Itinerary
Hagia Sophia (1 hour) — Built nearly 1,500 years ago as a Christian cathedral.
Blue Mosque (45 min) — Known as the Sultanahmet Mosque.
Hippodrome (30 min) — Once the largest stadium of ancient Byzantium.
Basilica Cistern (45 min) — The largest of the many ancient cisterns beneath Istanbul.
Grand Bazaar (1.5 hours) — One of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world.
Topkapı Palace (2 hours) — Optional visit to Topkapı Palace may be included in the program depending on the guests’ expectations, interests, and mobility level.
Lunch (1 Hour) — Lunch at an authentic local restaurant.