Istanbul Highlights guided tour
Overview
In this experience, we will see the most popular tourist attractions of Istanbul such as Hagia Sofia and Topkapı palace and have the opportunity to taste some of turkish street food . As described by my guests; I'm very knowledgeable, friendly, responsive, patient, accommodating and engaging the tourists with fun and humor. If you want to see the most important attractions of İstanbul in a limited time, this tour is for you.
What's Included
- Snacks
- Professional guide in english
- In-person guide: English
- Written guide (Spanish, French, Italian, Russian, German)
- Hagia Sofia entrance (25 €)
- Topkapı Palace Entrance (50 €)
- Pick-up and drop-off are offered at an additional charge.
Meeting and Pickup
Hotel Fehmi Bey
Ucler Sok. No:15, Binbirdirek Mah., Istanbul 34440, Turkiye
We can pick up guests from hotels if it is near Sultanahmet Square. You can text us beforehand if you want to get picked up.
Binbirdirek
Sultan Ahmet Parkı No:5, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Beyazıt
34126 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Walled Obelisk
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Serpent Column
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Obelisk of Theodosius
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Blue Mosque
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
German Fountain
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
TopkapI Palace
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Grand Bazaar
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers who is not comfotable with walking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-5528898P1
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 12 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks.
- Professional guide in english.
- In-person guide: English.
- Written guide (Spanish, French, Italian, Russian, German).
- Hagia Sofia entrance (25 €).
- Topkapı Palace Entrance (50 €).
- Pick-up and drop-off are offered at an additional charge.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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 Istanbul Highlights guided tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers who is not comfotable with walking
- 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 guided tour 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
- Snacks
- Professional guide in english
- In-person guide: English
- Written guide (Spanish, French, Italian, Russian, German)
- Hagia Sofia entrance (25 €)
- Topkapı Palace Entrance (50 €)
- Pick-up and drop-off are offered at an additional charge.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers who is not comfotable with walking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers
