This is a full day walking tour, as all the places are less than 5 minutes walking distance from each other. The tour starts at the Hippodrome, a center for sports activities and ceremonies and it is also famous for the chariot races during the Roman and the Byzantine era. 

After the Hippodrome we will visit Blue Mosque. The Blue Mosque is the second largest mosque in Istanbul and it was built during the Ottoman Period. It is known for its blue Iznik tiles and being the only Ottoman mosque with 6 minarets. Then we will visit Topkapi Palace, which was the main palace of the Ottoman Sultans until 1856. Many famous exhibitions are housed in the palace. The Imperial Treasury is another part of the palace and it has an 86 karat diamond on display. We will have a splendid view of the Bosporus and the Golden Horn from the palace. 

After here we will have a lunch break and continue to Hagia Sophia, one of the most important buildings in the history of world architecture. Built as a church by the Byzantines and decorated with mosaic tile icons, it then served as a mosque during the Ottoman era. You will definitely be impressed by being in a 1500 years old museum. The tour ends with a visit to the Grand Bazaar. It is the largest bazaar in the world with its 52 small streets and more than 4000 shops.

Inclusions

• English Speaking Guidance
• Entrance Fees to The Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia
  

Exclusions

• Transportation
• Lunch 
• Gratitude
• Entrance Fee of Harem Section at Topkapi Palace
  

Additional info

• Ladies required to cover their heads during the mosque visit so it is handy/hygienic to bring your own (if you have one). 
• Guests must be able to walk approximately 4 miles over uneven and cobblestone surfaces, inclines and 10 - 30 steps. Comfortable shoes, a hat and plenty of sunscreen are recommended as shade is limited The order of the tour itinerary may vary in order to avoid congestion. Guests should watch their step at all times in order to avoid injuries
  

Attractions

Hagia Sophia Museum/ Church (Aya Sofya)

Sultanahmet Camii (Blue Mosque)

Topkapi Palace

Grand Bazaar (Kapali Carsi)

Departure description

Departure point

Directions to departure

Return details

Tour language

English only

No cancellation fee will be applied if you cancel at least 7 days in advance. Cancelling 3 to 6 days in advance of the scheduled departure will incur a 50% cancellation fee. Cancelling 2 days in advance of the scheduled departure will incur a 100% cancellation fee.