- Explore Istanbul’s Old City and Bosphorus in one day
- Discover the historic Hippodrome of Constantinople
- Visit the iconic Blue Mosque
- Explore the colorful Spice Market
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant near Galata Bridge
- Cruise along the Bosphorus between Europe and Asia
- Professional guided sightseeing experience
- Available with English and Spanish-speaking guidance
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off included
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Experience Istanbul’s history, culture, traditional markets, and spectacular waterfront scenery on a full-day guided tour combining the Old City with a Bosphorus Cruise.
Begin in the heart of Istanbul’s Historic Peninsula at the Hippodrome of Constantinople, once the sporting and social center of the Byzantine capital. Discover important monuments including the Egyptian Obelisk, Serpent Column, and Walled Obelisk while your guide introduces you to the Roman and Byzantine history of the city.
Continue to the legendary Hagia Sophia, one of Istanbul’s most remarkable landmarks. Learn about its extraordinary Byzantine and Ottoman heritage and discover how this architectural masterpiece has evolved throughout nearly 1,500 years of history.
Next, visit the magnificent Blue Mosque, famous for its elegant domes, six minarets, and beautiful Ottoman architecture.
Continue toward the Spice Market, where colorful stalls filled with spices, Turkish delights, teas, dried fruits, and traditional products create one of Istanbul’s most vibrant market experiences.
During the day, enjoy an included lunch at a local restaurant near Galata Bridge.
Complete your experience with a relaxing Bosphorus Cruise, sailing along the legendary strait separating Europe and Asia. Admire Istanbul’s waterfront palaces, historic mansions, mosques, bridges, and distinctive skyline from the water.
After the cruise, transfer back to your hotel.
Please note: The Hagia Sophia entrance ticket is not included in the tour price.
1. Hotel Pick-Up between 08:00 and 08:30 am
Begin your experience with pick-up from ( Fatih , Taksim, Galata , Karaköy ) your hotel and transfer to Istanbul’s Historic Peninsula.
2. Hippodrome of Constantinople 09:00 am
Explore the historic Byzantine square and see:
- Egyptian Obelisk
- Serpent Column
- Walled Obelisk
3. Hagia Sophia
Discover the fascinating history and architecture of Hagia Sophia with explanations from your professional guide.
Hagia Sophia entrance ticket is not included.
4. Blue Mosque
Visit one of Istanbul’s most iconic Ottoman monuments, famous for its impressive architecture, domes, and six minarets.
5. Spice Market
Walk through Istanbul’s colorful Spice Market and discover traditional spices, teas, Turkish delights, dried fruits, souvenirs, and local products.
6. Lunch
Enjoy an included lunch at a local restaurant near Galata Bridge.
7. Bosphorus Cruise for 1.5 hour
Board your boat for a scenic cruise along the Bosphorus and enjoy panoramic views of Istanbul from the water while sailing between Europe and Asia.
8. Hotel Drop-Off between 16:30 and 17:00
After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.
Included
- Hotes pick-up and drop-off from Fatih , Taksim , Galata , Karaköy
- Professional English Speaking - Spanish Speaking Tour Guide
- Hippodrome visit
- Blue Mosque visit
- Spice Market visit
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Bosphorus Cruise for 1.5 hour
- Transportation according to the itinerary
Not included
- Hagia Sophia entrance ticket
- Drinks during lunch
- Personal expenses
- Shopping expenses
- Additional food and beverages
- Tips (optional)
- Hagia Sophia admission is not included. Guests wishing to enter must purchase their own entrance ticket.
- Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque are active places of worship, and access may be restricted during prayer times or religious events.
- Visitors must follow the dress code at religious sites. Women should bring a headscarf.
- Comfortable walking shoes are strongly recommended.
- Security checks at major attractions are mandatory and waiting times may occur.
- The order of the itinerary may change depending on traffic, prayer times, crowd levels, or operational requirements.
- The Bosphorus Cruise route may change depending on weather and maritime conditions.
- Hotel pick-up and return times may vary according to hotel location and Istanbul traffic.
- Personal purchases at the Spice Market are not included in the tour price.
Cankurtaran, Bab-I Hümayun Caddesi 4, 34122 Fatih/Istanbul, Türkiye
