Istanbul Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia & Cistern of Theodosius
Istanbul, Turkeyby Tourmania
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Up to 15 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English
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Overview
Visit Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Cistern on a 3-hour guided tour. Explore in small groups with skip the line tickets included. Learn about Istanbul’s rich Ottoman and Byzantine history.
What's included
- Small-group tour for a more personal experience
- Professional licensed tour guide
- Priority admission tickets to the Cistern (if option is selected)
- 3 hrs guided tour of Istanbul's most iconic sites
- Priority admission tickets to Hagia Sophia
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
- 1
German Fountain
10 min
The German Fountain in Istanbul’s Sultanahmet Square is a neo-Byzantine style monument, gifted by Kaiser Wilhelm II in 1901, famed for its golden mosaic dome.
- 2
Sultanahmet Square
20 min
Sultanahmet Square is the historic heart of Istanbul, once the Hippodrome of Constantinople, today home to iconic landmarks like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the German Fountain.
- 3
Blue Mosque
30 min
The Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque) is Istanbul’s most famous mosque, built in the 17th century. It’s renowned for its six minarets, grand dome, and stunning blue İznik tiles.
- 4
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
1 hour
Hagia Sophia is Istanbul’s most iconic monument, originally built as a Byzantine cathedral in 537. It later became an Ottoman mosque, then a museum, and is today a functioning mosque, admired for its massive dome and stunning mosaics.
- 5
Basilica Cistern
Pass by
The Basilica Cistern is an underground wonder in Istanbul, built in the 6th century to store water for the Byzantine Empire. It’s famous for its forest of marble columns, atmospheric lighting, and the mysterious Medusa head bases.
- 6
Stop 6
30 min
Step beneath Istanbul's streets and discover the ancient Cistern of Theodosius, a hidden Byzantine masterpiece brought to life through immersive lighting and history.
Meeting and pickup
Please meet at the German Foutnain, Our guide will hold a sign of Tourmania.
End point
Please meet at the German Foutnain, Our guide will hold a sign of Tourmania.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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- A headscarf is required for women when visiting the Hagia Sophia Mosque.
- The Blue Mosque is an active place of worship; visitors may need to wait outside during prayer times.
- 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 policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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