Istanbul Private Tour Hagia Sophia Topkapi and Bazaar
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Istanbul Private Tour Hagia Sophia Topkapi and Bazaar

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About this experience

Discover Istanbul's most iconic sites with your own private guide. Skip the crowds, enjoy a flexible pace, and dive deeper into history with a tour tailored just for you.

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Hagia Sophia & Topkapi Palace

Istanbul Private Tour Hagia Sophia Topkapi and Bazaar

What's included

Bottled water
Free time for photos and shopping
Hotel meeting point (if within walking distance of Sultanahmet)
Licensed English-speaking guide
Private guided walking tour
Personalized itinerary

Detailed itinerary

1
Stop 1

Your Licensed guide will introduce the ancient Hippodrome, once the heart of Byzantine public life. You'll learn about the Egyptian Obelisk, Serpent Column, and the German Fountain. This is a walking stop with historical storytelling and photo opportunities.

2
Stop 2

Your licensed guide will take you inside the stunning Blue Mosque, famous for its six minarets and mesmerizing blue Iznik tiles. You'll learn about its architectural harmony, religious significance, and the history of Sultan Ahmed I who commissioned its construction. Visitors are advised to wear modest clothing.

3
Stop 3

Your licensed guide will lead you through the majestic grounds of Topkapi Palace, explaining the history of the Ottoman Empire and the sultans who once lived here. Highlights include the Imperial Courtyard, the Council Hall, and the Treasury.

4
Stop 4

Your licensed guide will accompany you inside the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, one of the most iconic landmarks of world architecture. You'll discover the fascinating history of this former basilica and mosque, admire the massive dome, Byzantine mosaics, Ottoman calligraphy, and understand its transformation over the centuries

5

Your guide will lead you through the vibrant maze of the Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets. With over 4,000 shops, the bazaar is a treasure trove of handmade carpets, ceramics, jewelry, spices, and antiques. You'll learn about the market’s history, get tips on bargaining, and have free time to explore and shop on your own.

What's not included

Entrance Fee
Lunch
Optional gratuities

Available languages

Guide guide
EN

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Important information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Meeting point

The guide will be waiting in front of German Fountain holding a ticket for Tourists flag and a sign with the lead traveler’s name. This will help guests easily identify their guide.

From $25 per person

Price varies by option

Booking requirements:
  • Min travelers: 1
  • Max travelers: 6
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