Istanbul: Basilica, Topkapi, Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Tour

Join a guided tour of 4 Istanbul attractions including the Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.
Enjoy stress-free sightseeing with the option to tour each of these 4 attractions across the day at flexible times. Your booking includes a 30-minute Basilica Cistern tour, a 2-hour Topkapi Palace tour, a 1-hour Blue Mosque tour, and a 1-hour Old City tour including a stop at the Hagia Sophia Mosque.

Simply choose a time to tour each attraction and meet your guide at the meeting point to get started. After each tour, get free time to keep on exploring at your own pace.

60-Minute Blue Mosque Tour: Daily at 11:00 A.M. & 1:45 P.M.
Journey back in time in the courtyards ot the Blue Mosque. Then, step inside and admire the architecture and the famous blue Iznik tiles. As you explore, learn about Byzantine and Ottoman heritage, Islam, and Istanbul's rich history. After the tour, benefit of free time and take amazing pictures.

2-Hours Topkapi Palace Tour: Daily except Tuesdays at 10:00 A.M., 11:00 A.M., 12:00 P.M., 1:00 P.M., 2:00 P.M. and 3:00 P:M.
Skip the ticket lines and visit all 4 courtyards and the Harem section of this magnificient Palace. Learn about the Ottoman Empire at this expert tour. After the tour you have the option to stay inside and explore on your own pace.

30-Minute Basilica Cistern Tour: Daily at 10:00 A.M., 12:00 P.M., 2:00 P.M., 4:00 P.M.
Skip the long ticket lines with your guide and discover the Basilica Cistern beneath the streets of Istanbul. Wander through the ancient cistern and admire the architecture and Medusa heads from Greek mythology. Stay inside as long as you wish after the tour finishes.

60-Minute Old City and Hagia Sophia Tour from Outside: Daily at 10:00 A.M. and 2:00 P.M.
Learn fascinating facts about 2,000-year-old landmark as you explore with your guide. Have closer look at the Million Stone, the Hippodrome a circus that was the sporting and social centre of Constantinople, capital of the Byzantine Empire and much more.

The tour ends with the history and most important architecture facts about the Hagia Sophia which was for more than 1,000 years the biggest church of christianity who converted into a mosque in 1453.

Important Information:
Since Januar 2024 the entry inside the Hagia Sophia mosque is not possible anymore but after the tour you have the chance to get inside the visiting area for an extra cost of 25 Euro.

The Blue Mosque has no admission charge and no ticket lines, however there is a security check line, which can take up to 30 minutes during the mid season and up to 60 minutes during the high season. But don't worry, during your waiting time, your guide, who has very good information and great client relation skills, will entertain you with great stories, facts and useful information about Istanbul.

To enter the Blue Mosque, women must cover their knees, shoulders, and chest. They must also partially cover their hair with a scarf. Men must cover their knees and shoulders. If you do not have a scarf or body cover, you can buy them at the entrance (a scarf is €1 and a body cover is €3)

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.

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.