Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Guided Tour with Opt. Basilica Cistern

Discover Istanbul’s rich history on a guided walking tour through Sultanahmet. Explore the iconic Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, with the option to visit the magnificent Basilica Cistern.

Meet your professional guide in Sultanahmet Square and begin at the Blue Mosque, famous for its elegant domes, minarets, and beautiful İznik tiles. Continue through the historic Hippodrome, once the heart of Byzantine Constantinople.

Next, visit Hagia Sophia with your included entrance ticket. Admire its remarkable architecture, impressive dome, and centuries of Byzantine and Ottoman heritage.

If you select the extended option, explore the Basilica Cistern, an extraordinary underground reservoir featuring hundreds of marble columns and the famous Medusa heads.

Enjoy a memorable journey through Istanbul’s history and culture with fascinating insights from your knowledgeable guide.

What’s included

• Basilica Cistern Entrance Tickets (if option selected)
• Small-group tour for a more personal experience
• Professional licensed tour guide
• Hagia Sophia Entrance Tickets
• Guided tour of Istanbul's most iconic sites
• Guided tour of Hagia Sophia

Not included

• Transfer
• Food and drinks
• Personal Expenses

Good to know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Please arrive at the meeting point on time. If you are more than 5 minutes late, the guide will not be able to wait. For the sake of the tour’s atmosphere and flow, we cannot allow late arrivals to join once the tour has started.
• Please be aware that once the tour begins, the guide will be fully focused on leading the group and cannot answer phone calls or assist latecomers.
• Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to welcoming you on the tour!

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.