Istanbul Old City And Bosphorus Tour
Overview
About
Explore the historic Istanbul Old City and take a scenic cruise along the Bosphorus Strait.
What you'll do
Meeting and pickup
What is included?
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
What is not included?
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers
Meet your host
Itinerary
Istanbul Historical & Heritage Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
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.
Here is the starting point
Suleymaniye Mosque
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.
Saint Stephen’s Orthodox Church
Venerable Patriarchal Church of Saint George
Balat
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.
Sultanahmet District
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.
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
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.)
Hippodrome
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.
The Blue Mosque
Topkapı Palace
Hear fascinating stories about Ottoman sultans while viewing this monumental palace from the outside.
Bosphorus Strait
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.
Bosphorus Strait
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.
This concludes the tour.
