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Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Guided Tour
Walk the historic heart of Istanbul with a guide who brings its landmarks to life
Istanbul's Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are the city's top sites to see, but with prayer times, long lines, and confusing rules, it’s easy to get it wrong. This tour gets it right. With pre-reserved tickets and a sharp local guide, you’ll dive into the drama behind the domes, from sultans and emperors to forbidden mosaics and religious power plays. It’s the smarter, smoother way to experience Istanbul’s most legendary sites.
What's included
Expert English-speaking guide
Hagia Sofia
Blue Mosque
Sultanahmet market
Hippodrome
Max group size of 20
Food & drinks
Hotel pickup/drop-off
Gratuities
Itinerary
Meet your guide at Ersoy Bufe
Exact location can be found on your voucher.
Sultanahmet Square
Stand in the heart of old Istanbul where empires rose, sultans ruled, and history still echoes between the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque.
Blue Mosque
Step inside this 17th-century marvel, known for its six minarets and thousands of Iznik tiles in vibrant shades of blue and turquoise.
Hagia Sofia
Enter a 1,500-year-old monument that served as church, mosque, and museum—now active again and layered with centuries of religious and political history.
Hippodrome
Walk the site of ancient chariot races and imperial ceremonies, surrounded by Roman obelisks and tales of Byzantine spectacle.
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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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