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Private Tour Best of Old City: Hagia Sophia,Blue Mosque & Topkapi

By Sunny Travel Turkey
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 689 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Unlike standard group tours, this is a private, skip-the-line experience designed for travelers who want to explore Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks in comfort and at their own pace.

Skip-the-line entry at major museums saves you valuable time.

Licensed professional guide brings history to life with insider stories and local expertise.

Flexible pace . Spend more time at the places you love most, and skip what doesn’t interest you.

Walking tour from Sultanahmet means no wasted time in traffic. For guests outside the Old City, we arrange smooth transfers for an extra cost.

Explore both famous monuments and vibrant local culture, from Hagia Sophia to the bustling Grand Bazaar.

This is not just a sightseeing tour . It’s your chance to step back in time and feel the heartbeat of Istanbul’s history with a knowledgeable guide by your side.

Museum Tickets and Lunch NOT included.

Other Options are Half Day Morning Tour , Half Day Afternoon Tour, Small Group tour avalilable.

Activity location
  • Topkapi Palace
    • Cankurtaran Mahallesi, Gulhane Park, Near Sultanahmet Square
    • 34122, Istanbul, Turkiye
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Taksim Square
    • 34435, Kocatepe, İstanbul, Turkiye

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Tour Excluding Museum Fees in English
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • Opening hours: Fri 9:30-17:30
  • English

15 PEOPLE OF GROUP TOUR: Small group tour of Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque , Grand Bazaar and optionally Topkapı Palace . Only with cost of guiding.

Language options: English
Price details
RM 321.72 x 1 AdultRM 321.72
Paid at activityRM 367.67
Total
Price is RM 689.39
Until Thu, 26 Feb
HALF DAY MORNING TOUR in English
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • Opening hours: Fri 9:30-12:00
  • English

HAGIA SOPHIA TICKET INCLUDED: Group Tour visits Hippodrome , Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. English Speaking Guide , Hagia Sophia Entry ticket included.

Language options: English
Price details
RM 367.67 x 1 AdultRM 367.67
Paid at activityRM 367.67
Total
Price is RM 735.34
Until Thu, 26 Feb
HALF DAY AFTERNOON TOUR in English
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • Opening hours: Fri 12:30-16:00
  • English

Topkapı Palace and Shopping : Visits Topkapı Palace , Harem , Grand Bazaar and Shopping. English Speaking Guide and Topkapı Palace entry is included.

Language options: English
Price details
RM 505.55 x 1 AdultRM 505.55
Paid at activityRM 367.67
Total
Price is RM 873.22
Until Thu, 26 Feb
Best of Old City: Hagia Sophia,Blue Mosque & Topkapi Private Tour in English
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • Opening hours: Fri 9:00-17:00
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
RM 730.75 x 1 AdultRM 730.75
Paid at activityRM 367.67
Total
Price is RM 1,098.42
Until Thu, 26 Feb
Small Group with Museum Ticket in English
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • Opening hours: Fri 9:30-16:30
  • English

15 people Group Tour: Visit Blue Mosque , Hagia Sophia , Hippodrome , Grand Bazaar and Optionally Topkapı Palace . Skip the Line.

Language options: English
Price details
RM 822.67 x 1 AdultRM 822.67
Paid at activityRM 367.67
Total
Price is RM 1,190.34
Until Thu, 26 Feb

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional English Speaking Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance Ticket of Topkapı Palace
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance Ticket of Hagia Sophia
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Private transportation
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Topkapi Palace
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
the former residence of Ottoman sultans. Wander through its ornate courtyards, imperial rooms, and treasury filled with priceless artifacts, including jewels and sacred relics. With skip-the-line entry, you’ll enjoy more time exploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Hagia Sophia Mosque
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
stunning blend of Byzantine and Ottoman architecture. Admire its massive dome, intricate mosaics, and centuries of history as both a church and a mosque. Your guide will share fascinating stories about its spiritual and cultural significance.
Blue Mosque
  • 1h
Admire the mosque’s striking blue-tiled interior and six graceful minarets. Learn about Islamic traditions, Ottoman architecture, and daily worship practices. Please note that the mosque may be closed during prayer times.
Hippodrome
  • 30m
Walk through the ancient square that once hosted chariot races and royal ceremonies during the Byzantine era. See historic monuments such as the Egyptian Obelisk, the Serpent Column, and the German Fountain.
Kapali Carsi
  • 1h
Immerse yourself in one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets. Stroll through thousands of colorful shops selling carpets, spices, jewelry, and souvenirs. Your guide will help you navigate and share tips on bargaining like a local.

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Topkapi Palace
    • Cankurtaran Mahallesi, Gulhane Park, Near Sultanahmet Square
    • 34122, Istanbul, Turkiye
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Taksim Square
    • 34435, Kocatepe, İstanbul, Turkiye
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Beşiktaş
    • Beşiktaş, İstanbul, Turkiye
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Fatih
    • Fatih, İstanbul, Turkiye

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