Istanbul Private Full Day Old City Tour
Overview
By Septillion Travel Agency
TÜRSAB A-Class License No: 18212
1. Skip all ticket lines and enjoy fast-track entry to Istanbul’s most iconic sites, saving precious sightseeing time.
2. Expert local guides share insider stories and fascinating details you won’t find in guidebooks.
3. Step inside Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern and uncover its rich history, stunning mosaics, and hidden symbolism.
4. Stroll Sultanahmet Square, where Byzantine and Ottoman legacies converge in one historic setting.
5. Visit the Blue Mosque, exploring its architectural beauty and cultural significance with your guide.
6. Explore the Topkapı Palace, the residence of Ottoman sultans, with exclusive insights into imperial life and treasures.
7. Perfect for travelers who want a comfortable, fast-paced, and expert-led journey through Istanbul’s historic heart.
What's Included
- Skip the Ticket Purchase Line
- Licensed Tour Guide
- Tip For the Guide
- Topkapi Palace & Harem
- Hagia Sophia Tourist Visiting Area
- Basilica Cistern Entry Ticket
Meeting and Pickup
Cankurtaran
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
By Septillion Travel Agency
TÜRSAB A-Class License No: 18212
- Topkapi Palace Museum
The imperial residence of the Ottoman sultans for 400 years, famous for its architecture and Treasury. Skip the ticket line and start exploring instantly. Discover its history with an expert guide.
- Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque ( Skip The Ticket Purchase Line )
A masterpiece of world architecture, once a church and mosque, now a symbol of Istanbul. Explore its secrets with an expert guide. Enjoy your visit with skip the ticket line access.
- Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque) – A masterpiece of Ottoman architecture, famous for its blue İznik tiles and six elegant
- Grand Bazaar
One of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world, full of color and tradition. Navigate the maze with an expert guide. Enjoy stress-free shopping with skip the ticket line entrances.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Istanbul Private Full Day Old City Tour?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-165880P5
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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).
- Skip the Ticket Purchase Line.
- Licensed Tour Guide.
- Tip For the Guide.
- Topkapi Palace & Harem.
- Hagia Sophia Tourist Visiting Area.
- Basilica Cistern Entry Ticket.
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 Private Full Day Old City Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Istanbul Private Full Day Old City 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
- Skip the Ticket Purchase Line
- Licensed Tour Guide
- Tip For the Guide
- Topkapi Palace & Harem
- Hagia Sophia Tourist Visiting Area
- Basilica Cistern Entry Ticket
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
