Istanbul Old City Tour With Bosphorus Cruise

Discover Istanbul’s historic heart on a guided morning tour through Sultanahmet, where Byzantine and Ottoman heritage converge around some of the city’s most famous landmarks. See Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Square, the ancient Hippodrome, the German Fountain, and the historic setting of Topkapi Palace as your guide shares stories, architectural details, and the Old City’s imperial history. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors seeking a clear introduction to Sultanahmet without spending the entire day on foot. Enjoy guided sightseeing with free time to explore the area at your own pace, including time for guests who wish to visit Hagia Sophia inside with a separately purchased entrance ticket. Complete the experience with an included 2-hour Bosphorus sightseeing cruise. Sail between Europe and Asia and enjoy views of waterfront palaces, mosques, bridges, fortresses, and traditional mansions along both shores.

Itinerary

What’s included

• WiFi on board
• Audio guide on the Bosphorus cruise
• Pickup service, if the pickup option is selected
• Unlimited Turkish tea and Nescafe on board
• 2-hour Bosphorus sightseeing cruise
• Professional live tour guide

Not Included

• Hagia Sophia entrance ticket
• Topkapi Palace interior visit
• Tips and gratuities
• Return transfer

Additional Information

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Guests who prefer not to join the Bosphorus cruise finish the Old City tour in Sultanahmet Square. Guests joining the cruise continue to the boat and finish near Eminonu after the cruise.
• The Old City portion lasts approximately 4 hours. Guests joining the Bosphorus cruise should allow approximately 7 hours for the full experience.
• Hagia Sophia entrance is not included. Guests who wish to enter may purchase a ticket from the guide, subject to availability; otherwise, the guide provides explanations from outside.
• Topkapi Palace is explained from outside only. An interior visit is not part of this tour.
• Pickup service is one-way only and is included only with the Pickup option. Return transfer to your accommodation is not included.

Cancellation Policy

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

Cancellation Window	Refund Eligibility
24 hours or more before start time	100% refund (Full refund)
Less than 24 hours before start time	Non-refundable (0%)

This experience may be cancelled due to bad weather. This experience may be cancelled if there are not enough travelers.

Age Policy

Infant: 0–2 years · Child: 3–7 years · Adult: 8–100 years