Private 7 hours Istanbul Highlights Sightseeing Tour with Bazaars
Overview
About
Explore the vibrant city of Istanbul with this 7-hour private sightseeing tour. Visit iconic landmarks like Hagia Sophia, the Grand Bazaar, and the Topkapi Palace, the primary residence of the Ottoman sultans. This private tour is a great way to experience the best of Istanbul's history, culture, and architecture.
What you'll do
Meeting and pickup
What is included?
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
What is not included?
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Bare shoulders are not permitted in holy places of worship such as churches, monasteries, mosques and synagogues.
- Shoes are not permitted in mosques
- In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited
- Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, Spice market will be visited instead
- During religious holidays the Spice market and Grand Bazaar will be closed. Arasta bazaar will be visited instead
- Not recommended for participants with walking difficulties
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Meet your host
Itinerary
Istanbul Half-day Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Private 7 hours Istanbul Highlights Sightseeing Tour with Bazaars in Istanbul, Turkey. This half-day tours experience includes 8 stops over 1 day. Duration: 7 hours. Activity level: Moderate.
Here is the starting point
Istanbul
Your tour guide will be ready at Istanbul port with your name sign . Meeting time will be given during your confirmation
Hippodrome
Our first stop is Hippodrome Square which was the former center of sprotive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.
Blue Mosque
(No interior visit) We are going to visit Blue Mosque which is the one of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest.
Topkapı Palace
(No interior visit) We will continue walking to Topkapi Palace, was not only the residence of the Ottoman sultans, but also the administrative and educational center of the state. It was constructed between 1460 and 1478 by Sultan Mehmed II, the conqueror of Constantinople. We will visit the Topkapi Palace including weapons section.
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
- (No interior visit) After Topkapi Palace, we are going to visit Hagia Sophia which is The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.
- Update for St. Sophia interior visit :
- Live guiding is not allowed in St. Sophia after the 15th January 2024. Guests have to have their smart phones and headphones during their visit. If guests do not have a headphone, they can buy at the entrance at the cost of 3,5-USD
- The system is similar to audio guide system. Guests who does not have smart phones will follow the signs and the given informations on the signs .
Basilica Cistern
(No interior visit) We will continue with Underground Cistern which was the largest covered water reservoir in Istanbul, built by Justinian I.
Grand Bazaar
After the visit to the cistern we will continue with Grand Bazaar. In addition to its historical importance, it’s a bazaar that will tempt even the nonshoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs.
Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
- As our last stop,you will have free time in Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar): The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable herb and spice.
- After Spice Market back to our hotel. The end of our services.
This concludes the tour.
