Skip to main content

Istanbul Old City Full-Day Private Guided Tour

Istanbul, Turkey
  • 6 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Skip ticket lines and explore Istanbul’s historic heart on a private tour. Visit Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapı Palace, and Basilica Cistern with expert local guides sharing insider stories and rich history. Enjoy a comfortable, fast-paced journey through iconic sites with hotel pickup included.
  • Private tour with hotel pickup for convenience
  • Skip ticket lines to save sightseeing time
  • Visit Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapı Palace
  • Expert guides share insider stories and rich history

What's Included

  • Licensed Tour Guide
  • Skip the Ticket Purchase Line
  • Gratuities
    Tip For the Guide
  • Entrance fee - Topkapi Palace & Harem
    €55.00 per person
  • Entrance fee - Hagia Sophia Tourist Visiting Area
    €25.00 per person
  • Entrance fee - Basilica Cistern
    €40.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point
or

Meeting point

  • III. Ahmet Fountain
    Cankurtaran, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

    We meet at the imperial entrance of Topkapi Palace next to the hagia sophia museum Ticket office, infront of the 3.Ahmet Fountain..

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.8:30 am

What To Expect

1

Topkapi Palace Museum

2

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

3

Basilica Cistern

4

Blue Mosque

5

Grand Bazaar

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Traveler Photos

Gallery picture 1 (from a traveler's review)
Gallery picture 2 (from a traveler's review)
Gallery picture 3 (from a traveler's review)
Gallery picture 4 (from a traveler's review)
Gallery picture 5 (from a traveler's review)

Reviews

5.0
based on 8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing art in ceramics!!

Jared_G, Nov 2022
Muhammet is a very well informed tour guide and if you want to see the very best in both exclusive pottery art and carpet you need to take this tour. The quality will speak for itself and the information provided, even if you do not acquire a ceramic item, is well worth the tour!!!! I’ll bet you get a keepsake!

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you a Septillion times hope to guide you one day again, with my best regards

From $149.99

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Book ahead!
On average, this is booked 80 days in advance.

Compare Similar Experiences

1 / 3
Current
Special Offer
Istanbul Old City Full-Day Private Guided Tour


6 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$149.99
Istanbul Old City Guided Walking Tour


3 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$85.15
Private Old City Guided Tour


5 to 7 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$232.45
Guided Istanbul Old City Tour (Full-Day)


5 to 6 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$164.50