Private Tour 5 (Ancient Hippodrome – Blue Mosque – Topkapi Palace – Hagia Sophia – Grand Bazaar)

Walking Tour with Tram

You are going to be met by your tour guide at Istanbul Port with a sign written “Your Name” on it, anytime you want. We are going to walk to Findikli Tram Station which is going to take 10 to 15 mins walking. We are going to take the tram to Sultanahmet area which is about 20 mins. away by tram from Tophane Station.

We are going to start our walking tour from 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.

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.

Later, we are going to walk to Topkapi Palace, which was the former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Today a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collections of Chinese and Japanese porcelains.

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.

Our last stop is going to be 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.

After we complete the tour, we are going to walk to Sultanahmet Tram Station to catch the next train to Tophane Tram Station. After get off the train, walk back to port or hotel. The end of services.

✅ Our rates include ENTRANCE FEES
✅ All other Travel agents do not include entrance fees to their rates

✅ There is not any HIDDEN COSTS in our rates
✅ Our following tour rates include 78-USD entrance fees
✅ When you compare our rates with others, please check includes and excludes carefully

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 . For more information https://ar.demx.org.tr can be visited on your smart phone.

Payment Conditions

You DO NOT have to make pre-payment during reservation process.
You can make the full payment at the end of the tour in cash (USD - Euro - Turkish Lira) or by credit card (Visa Card or Mastercard).


Tour Includes

✅ Professional English Speaking tour guide (Spanish, Portuguese, French, Japanese speaking guides can be organised when request)
✅ Return tram tickets
✅ Entrance Fees (your guide will have pre-paid tickets)
✅ Local taxes


Tour Excludes
  • ❌ Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
    ❌ Tips to driver and tour guide


Number of Pax  Price in US$ Per Person 

 2 – 3 Pax

159-US$

 4 – 5 Pax

136-US$

 6 – 7 Pax

129-US$

8 – 10 Pax

119-US$

11 – 15 Pax

99-US$

Number of Pax  Price in US$ Per Person 

 2 – 3 Pax

159-US$

 4 – 5 Pax

136-US$

 6 – 7 Pax

129-US$

8 – 10 Pax

119-US$

11 – 15 Pax

99-US$

%15 Special Date Discount for 2020

Valid for Kusadasi Port Departures & Cruiseship Guests

January
February
March
April 12
May 5, 11, 19
June 7, 26
July 6, 12, 13, 15
August 13, 16, 29
September 1, 19
October 12, 21
November 7, 10, 19
December 6
We would like to offer you these optional visits below to make your tour more tasty and memorable. You may add them into your itinerary during reservation.

 Please note that all optional activities can not be added into all itineraries and/or one reservation due to lack of time. 
Please see optional visit list below.

  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays: Underground cistern will be substituted.
  • Hagia Sophia is closed on Monday : Underground Cistern will be substituted.
  • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays : Spice Market will be substituted
  • Blue Mosque is closed till 14.30 on Fridays. Brief information will be given in the garden of Blue Mosque.
  • Harem Section is located in Topkapi Palace and can be added into itinerary with extra entrance fee. It will extend tour duration around 30 mins.