Small Group: Best of Istanbul Tour with Hagia Sophia Tickets
Start Point: German Fountain View On Map
Small Group: Best of Istanbul Tour with Hagia Sophia Tickets
If you are looking for a small group Istanbul tour with fellow history lovers, this tour is for you! Led by a licensed local guide, this experience offers a unique perspective of the Old City Istanbul, inviting you to discover centuries-old structures while diving deep into their rich histories.
Each section of the tour has several significant locations which cover diverse timeframes, including the Ottoman Empire and middle ages. Witness for yourself an array of settlements, cultures, and empires which have left their traces in Istanbul.
Take in everything by admiring the beauty of the buildings, the priceless history behind each monument, and the undeniable fact that this place was the heart of both Christian and Islamic civilizations at the same point.
As you explore, your tour guide will bring history to life with captivating stories of Ottoman and Byzantine iconic monuments, all of which have been able to withstand the test of time.
By the end of the small group tour you will feel like you have been in a time machine where you have explored all the different time periods that shaped Istanbul within a blink of an eye.
Tour Info
- Destinations: Istanbul
- Duration: 3.5 Hours
- Start Point: German Fountain
- End Point: Grand Bazaar
- Inclusions: Small Group Tour, Licensed Tour Guide, Museum Tickets & Attraction Fees
- Exclusions: Transportation by Private Van, Meals & Drinks, Gratuity (Suggested)
- Sight to See: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, Hippodrome Square, German Fountain
This tour is operated at either 9:00am or 1:30pm. You can start your tour depending on your time choice.
Meet your tour guide next to German Fountain (Alman Cesmesi) which is located in Hippodrome Square. They will be waiting for you with our company logo so you will notice them easily and start your Istanbul tour with the highlights of the city.
Byzantine Hippodrome/Sultanahmet Square: The site of chariot races in Roman times. Its Egyptian Column dates back to the Byzantine Empire. Today, the German Fountain is the centerpiece of the square.
Hagia Sophia: Also known as Ayasofya or Santa Sofia, was constructed in the 6th century under the patronage of Emperor Justinian. It holds significant historical and religious prominence in both Christian and Islamic traditions.
Blue Mosque: Constructed in the early 1600s for Sultan Ahmet I of the Ottoman Empire, stands as a remarkable architectural masterpiece. Despite its massive scale, the delicate proportions of this structure showcase exemplary craftsmanship and artistry.
Grand Bazaar: Also known as Kapali Carsi, is the largest and oldest covered market in the world, boasting over 4,000 shops. Visitors can explore a wide variety of colorful products, including ceramics, leather goods, rugs, carpets, handicrafts, clothing, silver, and gold.
Your tour will end here in Grand Bazaar.
* Please note that the Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays. Therefore, Sunday tours will be switched to Spice Market visit instead, which will also be the final stop of the tour.
This is the end of our service. We sincerely hope to welcome you as our guest again!
Please Note:
- Minimum 4 participants are required to operate the tour.
- Please note that the Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays. Therefore, Sunday tours will be switched to Spice Market visit instead, which will also be the final stop of the tour.
Inclusions
- Small Group Tour
- Licensed Tour Guide
- Museum Tickets & Attraction Fees
Exclusions
- Transportation by Private Van
- Meals & Drinks
- Gratuity (Suggested)
24 Hour - Free cancellation
You are eligible for a full refund if you cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time of the experience.
However, if you cancel within 24 hours of the start time, no refund will be issued, and we will not be able to accept any modification requests during this period.
Please note that all cancellation deadlines are based on local time.