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Basilica Cistern, Hagia Sophia & Topkapi Palace Guided Tour
Step into Istanbul’s dramatic past with Hagia Sophia, Topkapi and the Basilica Cistern
4 h
Max 20 Guests
Peel back the layers of Istanbul’s past on a walking tour that mixes Byzantine sparkle with Ottoman splendor. Descend into the mysterious Basilica Cistern, gaze up at Hagia Sophia’s glittering mosaics and soaring dome, and wander through the opulent courtyards of Topkapi Palace. With skip-the-line tickets and a storytelling local guide, this tour bundles Istanbul’s greatest hits into one unforgettable, can’t-miss adventure.
What's included
Expert English-speaking guide
Topkapi Palace tickets
Basilica Cistern
Hagia Sofia
Entry to Topkapi Harem
Max group size of 20
Hotel pick up
Meals
Guide gratuities
Itinerary
Meet your guide in Sultanahmet District
Exact location can be found on your voucher
Basilica Cistern
Descend into Istanbul’s eerie underground reservoir, lined with stone columns and Medusa heads, built in the 6th century to store water for the Great Palace.
Hagia Sofia
Marvel at this architectural icon where Christianity and Islam converge—its domed ceiling, mosaics, and minarets span 1,500 years of transformation.
Topkapi Palace
Explore the lavish residence of Ottoman sultans, where jeweled thrones, imperial kitchens, and sacred relics reflect centuries of royal power.
For Reference Only. Itineraries are subject to change
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Start times are in the product’s local time
Tue, 12 May 2026
Meeting and drop-off point
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