Historical Istanbul Old City Tour from Hotels & Cruise Port

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About this activity

Istanbul Old City Tour is the best way to see the top sights of Istanbul in one day with our professional guided tours.

Full description

A full-day tour with all the highlights of the old city of Istanbul. You'll see Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar and more. Explore the historical traces of the two greatest epochs – Byzantine and Ottoman Empire in the heart of Istanbul!

The pick-up and drop-off by public transport such as tram, etc...

If your hotel is located in the main attraction area, the guide will pick you up by walking from your hotel.

Our main attraction visits are close to each other, therefore you will walk between every attraction you will visit. There is no any other vehicle usage except pick-up and drop-off.

During the tour you are able to visit some shops such as Carpet showroom, leather, turkish delight, jewelry, etc...

Stores to visit:
Carpet Showroom
Leather Factory

Included / Excluded

  • Professional Licensed Tour GuideHotel Pick Up & Drop OffPublic Transport Such as TramInsurance
  • Food & DrinksPersonal ExpensesDriver & Guide Tips – GratitueHagia SophiaTopkapi Palace

Important information

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Public Transportation Nearby
  • Infants Must Sit On Laps
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Topkapi Palace entrance fee is 2000 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
  • Hagia Sophia entarance fee is 25 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
  • The pick-up and drop-off by public transport such as tram, etc... If your hotel is located in the main attraction area, the guide will pick you up by walking from your hotel. For the guests who are coming with cruise ships, our meeting point is in front of the Hafız Mustafa Sweets Shop.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Reviews

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Nasir Shaikh
Jan 2026
5.0

We had very good experience with Nile cruise, dinner was nice and our guide Ms Soaud was very helpful and cooperative. She helped and guide us to move around without any hassle. Much appreciated to Soaud for her all help.

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Tmm H
Jan 2026
5.0

I want to thank Alaa magdy for making my trip to Egypt unforgettable. We spent a day in the El fayoum oasis. She showed us the beauty of Egypt and I can recommend a tour with her to anyone!

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Vaibhav Agarwal
Jan 2026
5.0

Hazem is a really good guide, made the tour a really great experience. Helped us take a lot of photos. Explained the history related to the pyramids in a professional way. Would really recommend to book a tour with him. Very charming and fun guide.

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