Old City Tour & Sunset Cruise
Overview
Join us on a magical ”all in one day journey” through the historical heart of Istanbul on our Old City Tour & Sunset Cruise. This tour is 1 day duration.
Tour Itinerary
Our tour begins at the iconic Hagia Sophia, where you will be able to marvel at the grandeur of this ancient structure. From there, we will take you to the Hippodrome Square, where you can see the Obelisk of Theodosius and the Serpent Column. Next, we will visit the Basilica Cistern, an underground water storage system dating back to the 6th century.
Afterwards, we will take you to the Blue Mosque, one of the most famous and beautiful buildings in the world. Then, we will continue to the Topkapi Palace, the former residence of the Ottoman Sultans. Our final stop will be at the Grand Bazaar, where you can shop for souvenirs and local handicrafts.
Finally, we will board a yacht for a sunset cruise on the Bosphorus Strait. As the sun sets over the city, you will be able to enjoy the stunning views of Istanbul’s skyline and the historic sites along the shore. At the end of the tour, the Captain will bring the boat back to Kabataş Pier, where the yacht trip will come to an end. (If you would like to take this tour as a private group, please contact us for more information.)
Join us on our Old City Tour & Sunset Cruise for an unforgettable experience exploring the historic heart of Istanbul. From the grandeur of the Hagia Sophia to the beauty of the Blue Mosque, and from the bustling Grand Bazaar to the stunning views of the sunset over the Bosphorus Strait, this tour has something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to discover the beauty and history of Istanbul.
If you only have time for the cruise, here is our sunset cruise: Sunset Cruise
Included/Exclude
- Small Group Tour
- Professional Local Guide
- Guide Meets You at Central Hotels
- Guide Meets You at Meeting Point
- Museum Tickets
- Lunch
- Car Transfers Between Sites (Unless Option Selected)
- Gratitude (Suggested)
Tour Amenities
Tour Plan
- Hippodrome
- Blue Mosque
- Hagia Sophia Mosque
- Topkapi Palace
- The Basilica Cistern Museum
- Grand Bazaar
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Çırağan Palace
- Beylerbeyi Palace
- Çamlıca Mosque
- Ortaköy Mosque
- Maiden’s Tower
- Bosphorus Bridges
- Rumeli and Anadolu Fortresses
- Pavillons and Luxury Villas on The Bosphorus