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Hagia Sophia, Balat Bosphorus cruise Blue Mosque Pierre Loti Hill

Location Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$64.62
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Istanbul Guided Bus & Cruise Tour showcases the city’s most iconic landmarks and vibrant culture. This comprehensive experience includes visits to historical sites, a scenic cruise, and a breathtaking cable car ride.

  • 🏛️ Visit the stunning Blue Mosque, famous for its 20,000 hand-painted blue Iznik tiles and six elegant minarets, and learn about its significance in Ottoman architecture.
  • 🏟️ Explore the Hippodrome, the heart of ancient Constantinople, and admire historical monuments like the German Fountain and the Bronze Serpentine Column.
  • 🏰 Discover the Hagia Sophia, a 6th-century architectural marvel that transitioned from a church to a mosque and now stands as a museum.
  • 🛍️ Experience the Grand Bazaar, the world’s oldest covered market, with over 4,000 shops offering everything from carpets to spices, along with a stop at a local shop for authentic souvenirs.
  • 🍽️ Enjoy free time for lunch in the Sultanahmet District, allowing you to savor local cuisine at your leisure.
  • 🌅 Take a scenic drive along the Golden Horn, where you can spot traditional wooden houses and historic churches while your guide shares fascinating stories.
  • 📸 Ascend to Pierre Loti Hill by bus for breathtaking views of the Golden Horn, named after the famous French novelist.
  • 🚡 Experience a thrilling descent from Pierre Loti Hill via cable car, enjoying panoramic views of the city.
  • 🕌 Visit the Eyüp Sultan Mosque and the tomb of Abu Ayyub al-Ansari, learning about its historical significance in Ottoman coronations.
  • 🎨 Stroll through Balat, Istanbul’s colorful neighborhood, rich in history and culture, reflecting the diverse communities that once thrived there.

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The experience offers several options. This price includes:

T1F Without Hotel Pick-up
Duration: 7 hours: This option does not include Hotel pick-up & drop off

Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 7 hours

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Hippodrome Guided visit
  • Pierre Loti Hill Cable car ticket
  • Hagia Sophia Guided Visit
  • Abu Ayyub al-Ansari Mosque & Tomb Guided Visit
  • Visit center of Balat
  • The Blue Mosque Guided Visit
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (If option selected)
  • Bosphorus Cruise Ticket
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Lunch
  • Tips
  • Hagia Sophia skip the line entrance ticket

Meeting point
Front of Buhara 93 Restaurant
Return details
Front of Buhara 93 Restaurant

  • Blue Mosque
    Meet your professional guide at the designated meeting point or enjoy convenient pickup from centrally located hotels. Begin your tour with a visit to magnificent Blue Mosque one of Istanbul’s most iconic architectural masterpieces. Admire beauty of Ottoman architecture & Islamic artistry at this iconic symbol of Istanbul’s imperial heritage
  • Hippodrome
    Step into the heart of ancient Constantinople at Hippodrome, once the city’s vibrant social and sporting center. Marvel at historic monuments including German Fountain, Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius and more
  • The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, Istanbul
    Next discover Hagia Sophia an architectural masterpiece. Learn from your guide about its fascinating transformation from church to mosque then museum and back to mosque, while appreciating its magnificent architecture
  • Grand Bazaar
    Before reaching the Grand Bazaar enjoy a brief stop at a local shop an ideal opportunity to pick up authentic souvenirs Discover the fascinating history of Grand Bazaar from your guide before exploring its vibrant streets at your own pace, with over 4000 shops offering carpets, jewelry, spices and traditional souvenir
  • Sultanahmet District
    Free Time for Lunch
  • Golden Horn
    In the afternoon, board a comfortable coach for a scenic panoramic drive along the Golden Horn. Without leaving the coach, take in the sights of historic houses, churches, synagogues, mosques and ancient Roman walls as your guide shares Istanbul’s fascinating history
  • Pierre Loti
    Continue your journey with a scenic bus ride up to **Pierre Loti Hill**, one of Istanbul’s most breathtaking viewpoints. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the **Golden Horn**, where the shimmering waters, historic neighborhoods and magnificent skyline create an unforgettable setting. Capture stunning photographs and experience the timeless beauty of Istanbul from above.
  • Istanbul Cable Car
    Glide down by cable car, capturing postcard-perfect photos of Istanbul’s skyline along the way
  • Eyup Sultan Mosque
    Visit the revered Eyüp Sultan Mosque & tomb of Abu Ayyub al-Ansari, a close companion of Prophet Muhammad. Learn how this sacred site became the ceremonial location for the coronation of Ottoman sultans, where they were girded with the Sword of Osman at the start of their reigns
  • Balat
    Explore the captivating charm of Balat, one of Istanbul’s most fascinating historic neighborhoods. Wander through its atmospheric streets, discover remarkable architectural treasures and experience unique blend of Greek Orthodox, Jewish and Armenian heritage that makes this vibrant district a must-see point
  • Hazerbaba
    Break for rest some minutes, sample traditional Turkish treats like apple tea, baklava and Turkish delight
  • Wrap up your day with a relaxing Bosphorus cruise. Sail between Europe & Asia as you enjoy spectacular views of Istanbul’s iconic waterfront landmarks, including Bosphorus Bridge, Topkapı Palace, Dolmabahçe Palace, Hagia Sophia, Maiden’s Tower, Galata Tower, Blue Mosque and Ortaköy After a memorable journey through Istanbul’s history, culture and natural beauty, relax on your comfortable coach as you return to your original pickup point

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please dress appropriately when entering sacred sites. Participants are advised to wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt. Please bring a scarf to cover head.
  • Even though you'll skip the ticket lines, the security checks at the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque are mandatory and cannot be bypassed.
  • Hagia Sophia skip-the-line entrance ticket costs €25 and must be paid in cash.
  • Morning part of this tour is walking tour
  • The Grand Bazaar is closed on religious holidays and Sundays.
  • This is a shared transfer with Minibus or Midibus and pick up could be early or late. For each hotel there is a fixed pick-up time. before the tour starts time
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Hagia Sophia, Balat Bosphorus cruise Blue Mosque Pierre Loti Hill

    Location Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
    $64.62
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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