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Small Group Tour of Istanbul Highlights Morning
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VIATOR4.5(2)TRIPADVISOR4.0(5)
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At a glance
Duration
4 hours
Price from
$47 / person
Rating
4.1 / 5 · 7 reviews
Languages
DE, EN, ES
Group
Small group, up to 10
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
Please be ready in front of Tamara Restaurant at 08:15 and look for blue and white Midibus/Minivan with the logo of Plan Tours and Gray Line
Confirmation
Instant
Description
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.
Tour Options
İstanbul Classics
Pickup included
Itinerary
30 min
Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue İznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets,
built in the name of Sultan Ahmet.
60 min
Grand Covered Bazaar, most attractive shopping center and the biggest "souk" in the world
with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets, leatherware and souvenir.
(Art demonstration of handmade Turkish carpets upon request)
Admission not included90 min
Hagia Sophia, the Church of Divine Wisdom, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian.
30 min
Hippodrome, center of sportive events (chariot races, athletics) and political activities of the old city. Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating the Hippodrome.
30 min
"Sultan Ahmet Center", the heart of the "Old City" from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled
What's included
Included
Professional guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
Not included
Hotel drop-off
All Fees and Taxes
Entrance ticket of Hahia Sophia Museum
Traveller Ratings
4.1
7 reviews
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Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Small Group Tour of Istanbul Highlights Morning take?
Small Group Tour of Istanbul Highlights Morning lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Small Group Tour of Istanbul Highlights Morning cost?
Prices start at $47 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Small Group Tour of Istanbul Highlights Morning for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include MEET_AT_DEPARTURE_POINT, CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyEImGbFa+5CBKbpmTZC40Eg=.
What languages is Small Group Tour of Istanbul Highlights Morning offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children must be accompanied by an adult
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Reviews(7)
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OnAir56418609036
July 13, 2026
Recommended, good value for money and service.
To start with, very easy to book with the option of several pickup locations and at a good price. Wonderful experience, delighted with the tour, I recommend Mehmet as a guide, with a lot of knowledge, experience and friendliness. It is appreciated to have a guide who speaks Spanish and makes himself understood with so much information. Very grateful for the attention and professionalism. Regards
Operator response
Dear Guest,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for recommending our tour. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience and found our service to be good value.
We truly appreciate your kind words about Mehmet. We are glad his knowledge, professionalism, and Spanish-speaking guidance helped make your visit enjoyable and informative.
It was a pleasure hosting you in Istanbul, and we hope to welcome you back on another Gray Line Turkey tour in the future.
Best regards,
Gray Line Turkey
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hernandoa309
July 13, 2026
A good experience, highly recommended
The whole experience went well, all the schedules were punctual, the guide spoke Spanish very well, he was very approachable, I think his name was Mehmet, he spoke very well about the history of the monuments, about things in current Istanbul, and he mastered many technical words of the tour in Spanish, he was very approachable and patient with us, it is a tour to recommend, the only downside is that in the restaurant where the food was arranged and the drink was not, they charged me €8 for an espresso and a latte, everything else, perfect
Operator response
Dear Guest,
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and appreciated Mehmet’s knowledge, patience, and Spanish-speaking guidance. We shared your kind comments with him.
We also appreciate your feedback regarding the restaurant beverages. Your comments are valuable and help us improve our services. We are very happy that, overall, you had a great experience with us.
We hope to welcome you back to Istanbul and on another Gray Line Turkey tour in the future.
Best regards,
Gray Line Turkey
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Nadia_C
September 24, 2021
Great experience
My guide was so knowledgeable and very professional. He was multilingual and spoke excellent English. I really enjoyed my tour experience
Operator response
Thank you for your valuable comments, all of them are very important to us
Look forward to see you in Istanbul again
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zsadawood
April 26, 2019
Very nice tour
The guide was very informative and friendly he was tolerantung and clam
The tour was fun we learn alot of new stuff
The only thing that make it a 4 star rhe information in the email were not accurate
They wrote to us it is 1:30pm but the driver came at 8 am
But they were very cooperative and they changed the tour to another day
