Highlights of Istanbul Old City Tour for Cruise and Hotel Guests
Overview
A full-day tour with all the highlights of the old city of Istanbul. You'll see Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar ,Basilica Cistern and more. Explore the historical traces of the two greatest epochs – Byzantine and Ottoman Empire in the heart of Istanbul!
FOR CRUISE GUESTS : Pick up and drop off will be from Galata Port ( Cruise Port)
The pick-up and drop-off by public transport such as tram, etc...
If your hotel is located in the main attraction area, the guide will pick you up by walking from your hotel.
Our main attraction visits are close to each other, therefore you will walk between every attraction you will visit. There is no any other vehicle usage except pick-up and drop-off.
During the tour you are able to visit some shops such as Carpet showroom, leather, turkish delight, jewelry, etc...
Stores to visit:
Carpet Showroom
Leather Factory
What's Included
- Public Transport Such as Tram
- Galata Port Cruise or Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off
- Discover the Art of Turkish Handcrafts: Carpets, Leather, Ceramics & Jewelry
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
- Food & Drinks
- Hagia Sophia
- Topkapi Palace
- Entrance fees of Basilica Cistern
- Guide Tips – Gratitue
Meeting and Pickup
Transportation & Meeting InformationPick-up and drop-off may be provided by public transportation such as tram or on foot, depending on your hotel location.For guests staying in the main tourist areas, our licensed guide will meet you at your hotel or within walking distance. This service is available for hotels located in Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, and Laleli areas.For cruise ship passengers arriving at Galataport, our meeting point is in front of Hafız Mustafa Sweets Shop. Detailed meeting instructions will be provided after booking
What To Expect
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Hippodrome
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Blue Mosque
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
TopkapI Palace
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Basilica Cistern
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hagia Irene Museum
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Feshane Rugs
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Topkapi Palace entrance fee is 2750 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- Hagia Sophia entarance fee is 25 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE
- Basilica Cistern entrance fee is 2250 TRY.You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- Public Transport Such as Tram.
- Galata Port Cruise or Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off.
- Discover the Art of Turkish Handcrafts: Carpets, Leather, Ceramics & Jewelry.
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide.
- Food & Drinks.
- Hagia Sophia.
- Topkapi Palace.
- Entrance fees of Basilica Cistern.
- Guide Tips – Gratitue.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Highlights of Istanbul Old City Tour for Cruise and Hotel Guests is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Highlights of Istanbul Old City Tour for Cruise and Hotel Guests will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Public Transport Such as Tram
- Galata Port Cruise or Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off
- Discover the Art of Turkish Handcrafts: Carpets, Leather, Ceramics & Jewelry
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
- Food & Drinks
- Hagia Sophia
- Topkapi Palace
- Entrance fees of Basilica Cistern
- Guide Tips – Gratitue
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Topkapi Palace entrance fee is 2750 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- Hagia Sophia entarance fee is 25 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE
- Basilica Cistern entrance fee is 2250 TRY.You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
