• Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Cistern
  • Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Cistern
  • Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Cistern
  • Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Cistern
  • Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Cistern
  • Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Cistern
  • Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Cistern
  • Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Cistern
  • Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Cistern
  • Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Cistern
  • Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Cistern
  • Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Cistern
  • Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Cistern
  • Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Cistern
  • Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Cistern
  • Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Cistern

Istanbul: Skip-the-Line Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Cistern

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ID: GYG1378549-2104013
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Country: Turkey

Duration: 03:00 hours


Description

Discover Istanbul's top three landmarks with an expert guide. Enjoy pre-reserved tickets for Hagia Sophia and the Basilica Cistern to skip ticket purchase lines, then visit the Blue Mosque.
Meet your expert guide in Sultanahmet and begin your journey at the magnificent Blue Mosque, one of Istanbul's most iconic landmarks. Admire its elegant domes, six minarets, and beautiful blue İznik tiles while learning about its history, architecture, and importance as an active place of worship.

Continue to the legendary Hagia Sophia, where your guide will share the remarkable story of this architectural masterpiece that has served as both a Byzantine cathedral and an Ottoman mosque. With your pre-reserved admission ticket, you will skip the ticket purchase line (security screening is mandatory for all visitors).

Your final stop is the fascinating Basilica Cistern, the largest underground water reservoir from the Byzantine era. Skip the ticket purchase line and descend beneath the city to explore its impressive marble columns, atmospheric lighting, and the famous Medusa head columns while discovering the secrets of ancient Constantinople.

Throughout the tour, your guide will bring Istanbul's rich history to life with captivating stories, historical insights, and local recommendations, while allowing plenty of time to take memorable photos at each landmark.

Highlights

  • Visit the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia & Basilica Cistern with a guide.
  • Skip ticket purchase lines at Hagia Sophia & Basilica Cistern.
  • Discover Byzantine and Ottoman history in Istanbul's Old City.

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Important Note for Friday Tours: Due to Friday prayers, the Blue Mosque is closed to visitors until 2:00 PM. Guests who join the 10:00 AM or 11:00 AM tour will first visit Hagia Sophia and the Basilica Cistern. Afterward, you will have free time in the Sultanahmet area. Please return to the original meeting point at 2:00 PM to meet your guide and continue the tour with the visit to the Blue Mosque.
Our meeting point is below the trees across from Design Café and the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum at the Hippodrome in Sultanahmet. You can view the location on Google Maps using this link. https://maps.app.goo.gl/P6mCcvd2SYJ3mdEL8 When you arrive, you will see our guide holding a white flag that says "MegaPass. NOTE: Please make sure to arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour departure time. Our tours depart promptly, and we are unable to accommodate any delays.”
INCLUDED
  • English-speaking licensed guide
  • Hagia Sophia pre-reserved entry ticket
  • Hagia Sophia audio guide
  • Basilica Cistern pre-reserved entry ticket
  • Guided visit to the Basilica Cistern
  • Guided walking tour of Istanbul's Old City
  • Guided visit to the Blue Mosque
NOT INCLUDED
  • Headscarf and body covering for the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia (available for purchase at the entrance)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.