Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More
Overview
This tour is a must in Istanbul with a small group (10 people max) with all the tickets included!
We start from German Fountain- a gift of Kaiser Wilhelm next to Roman Hippodrome, where the chariot races were organised and take place. Blue Mosque the only mosque with six minarets. Next, you will see the. Hagia Sophia - The Church of Divine Wisdom is the highlight of this day. Following the visits you will be guided to Nakkas Cistern and presented to a presentation of old Istanbul and demonstration of Turkish Handicrafts and Grand Bazaar for thousand of shops.
Magnificent Topkapı Museum is the big one, the most important museum of Turkey and Balkan Peninsula. First, second, third and fourth courtyards; the Audience Hall, Treasury, gardens, kiosks. Hagia Irene Church. Your lunch will be served en route in a local and authentic restaurant where you will be able to taste various types of local tastes. To see these things with a great guide. Well, you will never be quite the same again.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Lunch 3 course lunch (mixed kebab meal or vegetarian)
- Bottled water
- Topkapı palace + Harem + Hagia Irene (Combine Tickets)Included! ’$62 USD’
- All Fees and Taxes
- Hagia Sophia Ticket Included! ‘$28.5 USD’
- English Speaking Professional Tour Guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Binbirdirek
At Meydanı Caddesi, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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German Fountain
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Blue Mosque
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Obelisk of Theodosius
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Serpent Column
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hippodrome
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Nakkas Oriental Rugs & Textiles
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tamara Restaurant
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
TopkapI Palace
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum (Turk ve Islam Eserleri Muzesi) (pass by)
Cemberlitas Sutunu
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Nuruosmaniye Camii
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sogukcesme Sokak
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Topkapı Sarayı Harem Dairesi
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Ladies best bring a head scarf (if not available, it can be arranged during the tour)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 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).
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Lunch. 3 course lunch (mixed kebab meal or vegetarian).
- Bottled water.
- Topkapı palace + Harem + Hagia Irene (Combine Tickets)Included! ’$62 USD’.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Hagia Sophia Ticket Included! ‘$28.5 USD’.
- English Speaking Professional Tour Guide.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 1. 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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More 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
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- Lunch3 course lunch (mixed kebab meal or vegetarian)
- Bottled water
- Topkapı palace + Harem + Hagia Irene (Combine Tickets)Included! ’$62 USD’
- All Fees and Taxes
- Hagia Sophia Ticket Included! ‘$28.5 USD’
- English Speaking Professional Tour Guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Ladies best bring a head scarf (if not available, it can be arranged during the tour)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
