Top Sites Of Istanbul Tour In Small Group - Skipping Ticket Lines
Overview
This is a fantastic small-group tour that allows you to explore the most popular sites in the Old Town, including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Basilica Cistern, all while skipping the ticket lines. Your official tour guide will take you inside each site, sharing detailed information so you can truly appreciate their beauty and significance. You’ll also have the opportunity to enjoy a Turkish tea or coffee.
For a more tailored experience, you can choose the private tour option.
Please note that entry fees are not included in the tour price. We will purchase the tickets in advance to skip the lines, and we kindly ask that you have the required amount in cash to give to your guide. You can pay in Euros, USD, or Turkish Liras.
What's Included
- Tea or Turkish Coffee.
- Skip the line at the ticket gate of Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia
- Licensed Guiding Service
- Foods and drinks are not listed inclusion part.
- Basilica Cistern
- Hagia Sophia entrance fee
- Gratuities to the guide
Meeting Location
Alemdar
Divan Yolu Cd. No:6, 34400 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Mollafenari
Yeniçeriler Cd. No:38, 34120 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Tour ends in an old madrasah very close to the Grand Bazaar.
What To Expect
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Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Basilica Cistern
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Blue Mosque (pass by)
German Fountain (pass by)
Corlulu Ali Pasa Medresesi
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Grand Bazaar
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that the entry fee for the Basilica Cistern is 900 TL per person, and 25 Euros for Hagia Sophia. You can pay your guide in cash, either in TL, USD, or Euros, so they can purchase your tickets without any delay.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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.
- Tea or Turkish Coffee.
- Skip the line at the ticket gate of Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia.
- Licensed Guiding Service.
- Foods and drinks are not listed inclusion part.
- Basilica Cistern.
- Hagia Sophia entrance fee.
- Gratuities to the guide.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There 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 Top Sites Of Istanbul Tour In Small Group - Skipping Ticket Lines is as follows:
- 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 Top Sites Of Istanbul Tour In Small Group – Skipping Ticket Lines 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 or Turkish Coffee.
- Skip the line at the ticket gate of Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia
- Licensed Guiding Service
- Foods and drinks are not listed inclusion part.
- Basilica Cistern
- Hagia Sophia entrance fee
- Gratuities to the guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that the entry fee for the Basilica Cistern is 900 TL per person, and 25 Euros for Hagia Sophia. You can pay your guide in cash, either in TL, USD, or Euros, so they can purchase your tickets without any delay.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
