

Explore the historic Istanbul Old City and take a scenic cruise along the Bosphorus Strait.
Explore the full itinerary for Istanbul Old City And Bosphorus Tour in Istanbul, Turkey. This historical & heritage tours experience includes 11 stops over 1 day. Duration: 10 hours. Activity level: Extreme.

Our first destination is the Süleymaniye Mosque, offering one of the best views of Istanbul. The Süleymaniye Mosque is an architectural masterpiece designed by the renowned Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan during the 16th century.

Then We go to Balat and Fener, two historic neighborhoods in Istanbul renowned for their vibrant atmosphere, colorful houses, and rich cultural heritage, including significant religious and ethnic diversity.

In the Fatih district, one of the oldest and most significant Muslim districts, we will have lunch that includes authentic Turkish food, a typical dessert, tea, and a non-alcoholic drink of your choice. You can enjoy a fantastic panoramic view of the old city.
We continue our tour and stop at the Hagia Sophia, an iconic landmark in Istanbul. It is a marvel of Byzantine architecture, renowned for its majestic dome and rich history spanning over 1,500 years as a church, museum, and mosque. (information will be given from outside if you don't want to visit inside.)

Moving from Hagia Sophia to the next destination, we will also see The Hippodrome of Constantinople, once the heart of Byzantine social and political life, featuring ancient monuments such as the Obelisk of Theodosius and the Serpent Column.

Hear fascinating stories about Ottoman sultans while viewing this monumental palace from the outside.

The tour will bypass the European side of the Bosphorus for 1-Hour. During the trip, you’ll pass the most historical tourist attractions, such as Dolmabahce Palace, Ciragan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Bosphorus Bridge, Rumeli Fortress, and Beylerbeyi Palace. You will also see some historical landmarks from a distance, such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Maiden Tower, and Galata Tower.

The tour will continue with the bypass of the Asian side of the Bosphorus for 1-Hour. During the trip, you’ll pass the most historical tourist attractions, such as Dolmabahce Palace, Ciragan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Bosphorus Bridge, Rumeli Fortress, and Beylerbeyi Palace. In addition, you will also get to see some historical landmarks from a distance, such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Maiden Tower, and Galata Tower.