Small Group Tour of Istanbul Highlights Morning
Overview
Dive into Istanbul's rich history and discover the major sights in the heart of old city on this half-day morning tour.
You will see the Blue Mosque, so called because of the blue tiles on the walls of its interior, and the Hippodrome of Constantinople, which was the center of the sporting and social life during the Byzantine Empire.
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
- Professional guide
- Hotel drop-off
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entrance ticket of Hahia Sophia Museum
Meeting and Pickup
Sultan Ahmet
Küçük Ayasofya Cd. No:14, 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.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Blue Mosque
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Grand Bazaar
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hippodrome
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sultanahmet District
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- The Grand Covered Bazaar is closed on Sundays - on this day of the week it will be replaced with a visit to an authentic shop
- On Friday mornings before 1:00pm, the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are only visited from the outside because of the noon prayer
- Please note that there may be long waiting times for entry to the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Hagia Sophia Museum entrance fee is not included in the program. Guests may purchase their tickets on the spot.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 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).
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Hotel pickup (selected hotels only).
- Professional guide.
- Hotel drop-off.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Entrance ticket of Hahia Sophia Museum.
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 Small Group Tour of Istanbul Highlights Morning is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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 Small Group Tour of Istanbul Highlights Morning 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
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
- Professional guide
- Hotel drop-off
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entrance ticket of Hahia Sophia Museum
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- The Grand Covered Bazaar is closed on Sundays - on this day of the week it will be replaced with a visit to an authentic shop
- On Friday mornings before 1:00pm, the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are only visited from the outside because of the noon prayer
- Please note that there may be long waiting times for entry to the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Hagia Sophia Museum entrance fee is not included in the program. Guests may purchase their tickets on the spot.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
