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Private Guided Istanbul Tour – Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi

Activity Duration (7 hours)
Extreme
Hosted in English
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Private Guided Istanbul Tour – Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi
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Overview

About

Take a private guided tour of Istanbul and discover the city's rich history and culture. Visit the iconic Hagia Sophia, a former Byzantine church and Ottoman mosque. Explore the stunning Blue Mosque, known for its six minarets and intricate tile work. Finally, visit the Topkapi Palace, the primary residence of the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years. With a private guide, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the history and significance of these iconic landmarks.

What you'll do

Experience the best of Istanbul in one unforgettable day! This private guided tour combines the city's most iconic landmarks with hidden gems known only to locals. Perfect for travelers who want to experience the Old City in comfort and style.

Make the most of your time in Istanbul with a private guided tour designed to showcase both the world-famous highlights and the city's secret corners. Explore the magnificent Hagia Sophia, marvel at the Blue Mosque's stunning architecture, and step into history at the Topkapi Palace, once the heart of the Ottoman Empire.

Continue your journey through the bustling Grand Bazaar, where centuries of tradition come alive in colorful shops and local crafts. Along the way, your licensed guide will also take you off the beaten path—through charming backstreets, hidden courtyards, and local eateries—to reveal the Istanbul most visitors never see.

Flexible pacing, insider tips, and a focus on authenticity make this an experience you'll always remember.

Meeting and pickup

Multiple pickup locations offered.
Additional pickup options
  • Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
  • Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.Galataport Istanbul, Kılıçali Paşa, Meclis-i Mebusan Cd. No: 8 İç Kapı No: 102, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
  • Additional pickup optionsDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.Galataport Istanbul, Kılıçali Paşa, Meclis-i Mebusan Cd. No: 8 İç Kapı No: 102, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What is included?

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps

What is not included?

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Topkapi Palace is closed to visitors on Tuesdays
  • Hagia Sophia is not a museum, open to public sight, so there might be long lines to visit inside, there is no option to skip the line
  • Grand Bazaar is closed to visitors on Sundays
  • This is a walking tour
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Meet your host

DT
Doona Loop Tour
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Host since 2025

Itinerary

Istanbul Private Sightseeing Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do

Explore the full itinerary for Private Guided Istanbul Tour – Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi in Istanbul, Turkey. This private sightseeing tours experience includes 6 stops over 1 day. Duration: 7 hours. Activity level: Extreme.

No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Here is the starting point

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
1

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

Stop: 45 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.

Visit Hagia Sophia

2

Blue Mosque

Stop: 30 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Blue Mosque

Visit Blue Mosque

3

Hippodrome

Stop: 20 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Hippodrome

Visit Hippodrome

4

Topkapı Palace

Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Topkapı Palace

Visit Topkapi Palace

5

Grand Bazaar

Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Grand Bazaar

Discover Grand Bazaar

6

Basilica Cistern

Stop: 45 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Basilica Cistern

Visit Basilica Cistern

This concludes the tour.

You’re free to explore at your own pace from here.
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