Private Tour: Explore the Istanbul Old City
Overview
Let’s start to explore Istanbul. The first visit is Hippodrome. It was the center of sports activities in Constantinople.
Haghia Sophia, is the most famous museum in Turkey and one of the greatest marvels of architecture. Hagia Sophia was built as a church in the 6th century .
Blue Mosque, as known as the Sultanahmet Mosque, this breathtaking building is one of the most majestic Ottoman mosques in all of Turkey. Also, it was built with unique 6 minarets. (Closed on Friday)
Topkapi Palace, which has been home to the Ottoman dynasty for many years, was used for educational administration and as the art center of the state. Get knowledge about the imperial treasury´s sacred Islamic relics, palace kitchens, and weapons. (Closed on Tuesday)
Grand Bazaar, is the biggest market and the most attractive shopping center of Istanbul which has lots of shopping opportunities with carpets, leather, jewelry, Turkish delight, gold, antique tiles, etc.. (Closed on Sunday)
What's Included
- Pick Up & Drop Off
- Public transport such as tram
- 100% satisfaction guarantee
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
- Meals & Beverages
- Entrance fee of Hagia Sophia 25 €
- Topkapi palace entrance fee is 2750 TRY
- Driver & Guide Tips
Meeting and Pickup
If you are staying in Sultanahmet area, the guide will meet with you at the reception. Tour will be walking tour.There is no pick-up with vehicle, you will use public transportation.
What To Expect
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Istanbul
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Blue Mosque
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
TopkapI Palace
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Grand Bazaar
1 hour 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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
- Topkapi palace entrance fee is 2750 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- Hagia Sophia entrance fee is 25 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
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).
- Pick Up & Drop Off.
- Public transport such as tram.
- 100% satisfaction guarantee.
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide.
- Meals & Beverages.
- Entrance fee of Hagia Sophia 25 €.
- Topkapi palace entrance fee is 2750 TRY.
- Driver & Guide Tips.
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 Private Tour: Explore the Istanbul Old City is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- 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 Private Tour: Explore the Istanbul Old City 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
- Pick Up & Drop Off
- Public transport such as tram
- 100% satisfaction guarantee
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
- Meals & Beverages
- Entrance fee of Hagia Sophia 25 €
- Topkapi palace entrance fee is 2750 TRY
- Driver & Guide Tips
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
- Topkapi palace entrance fee is 2750 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- Hagia Sophia entrance fee is 25 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
