Istanbul Old City Private Tour

Istanbul, the cradle of beliefs and civilization. Explore thousands of years of Istanbul’s rich history in a single day with this guided Old City tour. Travel back in time through the Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and medieval eras, uncovering the many layers of this timeless city. On this tour, you’ll visit some of the world’s most iconic mosques, churches, and palaces, while hearing the fascinating stories behind them. As we walk together through the Hippodrome Square, I’ll share captivating tales — from the Persians to the Greeks, from the Egyptians to the Hurrians and Mitanis, and of course, the Ottomans. Within just 100 meters, each step will surprise you with a new piece of history. Looking forward to welcoming you on my tour!

HAGIA SOPHIA: Built nearly 1,500 years ago as a Christian cathedral, later converted into a mosque, museum, and now a mosque again. SULTANAHMET MOSQUE: Known as the BLUE MOSQUE, one of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks. HIPPODROME: Once the largest stadium of ancient Byzantium, holding 100,000 spectators with treasures from across the empire. BASILICA CISTERN: The largest of the many ancient cisterns beneath Istanbul. GRAND BAZAAR: One of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world, built by Mehmet II in 1461. With 61 streets and 4,000 shops, it’s among the world’s most visited attractions. TOPKAPI PALACE can also be added to this itinerary, depending on your time and interests. ***** Don’t hesitate to book this tour if you are a CRUISE PASSENGER. After meeting you at the port, we can easily reach the Old City by tram.