Spend a full day exploring Istanbul’s Old City with a professional guide. Visit the most iconic landmarks — the **Blue Mosque**, **Hagia Sophia**, and **Topkapi Palace** — before diving into an extended afternoon of **authentic shopping experiences**. Skip the hassle of bargaining in touristy spots: instead, visit **trusted workshops and boutiques** where artisans create handmade carpets, jewelry, ceramics, textiles, and leather goods. Learn, shop, and enjoy a stress-free day of culture and tradition.
09:00 – Meet at Sultanahmet Square
Orientation and introduction at the Hippodrome.
09:15 – Blue Mosque**
Guided tour of one of the most iconic mosques in the world
10:00 – Hagia Sophia**
Explore the masterpiece of Byzantine and Ottoman architecture
11:15 - Topkapi Palace
Visit the palace of the Ottoman sultans, including courtyards and treasures.
13:00 – Lunch Break (optional, not included)**
14:00 – Authentic Shopping Experience**
Visit **reliable local shops & ateliers** carefully selected by your guide:
* Handmade carpets & kilims
* Fine jewelry & gemstones
* Iznik ceramics & traditional pottery
* Turkish textiles, silk, and leather goods
Enjoy demonstrations, meet artisans, and shop with confidence
We welcome our guests in our store, which has the largest collection in Istanbul with more than two thousand hand-woven carpets.
Price varies by option