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Discover Istanbul’s highlights in one day. Visit Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Basilica Cistern with your guide, choose ticket options including Topkapi Palace, and enjoy a scenic Bosphorus cruise.

Highlights

• Discover Istanbul’s top sights with a professional guide
• Visit the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Basilica Cistern
• Choose ticket options including entry to Topkapi Palace
• Explore Ottoman history and Byzantine heritage in Sultanahmet
• Enjoy a relaxing Bosphorus Cruise with panoramic city views

Description

Discover Istanbul’s most famous landmarks in one unforgettable day with this premium small-group guided tour that combines the highlights of Sultanahmet with the beauty of the Bosphorus. Start at the Blue Mosque, where your guide will reveal the history and stunning architecture of this Ottoman masterpiece. Continue to the legendary Hagia Sophia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has stood for 1,500 years, with its soaring dome and glittering mosaics. Next, head underground to explore the Basilica Cistern, a mysterious and atmospheric site filled with marble columns and the famous Medusa heads. For those seeking even more, choose the optional upgrade to include Topkapi Palace entry, once the lavish residence of the Ottoman sultans. Wander through its opulent chambers, courtyards, and treasury with your guide’s insights. At the end of the Guided Tour, continue exploring at your own pace with an Audio Guide on your smartphone. Round off your experience with a Bosphorus Cruise, gliding between Europe and Asia. From the water, admire panoramic views of Istanbul’s skyline, palaces, mosques, and bridges, while learning the stories that shaped the city. This all-in-one experience blends history, culture, and stunning scenery, giving you the very best of Istanbul in a single day.

Includes

Licensed English speaking tour guide 1 hour Blue Mosque tour 2 hours Bosphorus Cruise 1 hour Hagia Sophia tour 1 hour Basilica Cistern tour 1 hours Topkapi Palace & Harem tour (if option is selecded) Skip the line entry tickets for Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, and Topkapi Palace (if option is selected)

Important Information

• Security & Waiting Lines: All attractions have airport-style security checks, which may take up to 45 minutes during busy periods. Please allow extra time for entry. ️ Tickets: If you have not selected the “included tickets” option, you must purchase the entry tickets on-site. Hagia Sophia 30€, Basilica Cistern 30€, Topkapi Palace 50€, Bosphorus Cruise ticket is included. Blue Mosque entry is free. Dress Code: To enter the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, women must cover hair, shoulders, and knees, and men must cover shoulders and knees. Scarves (€1) and body covers (€3) are available at the entrance if needed.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund