Istanbul: Private City Highlights Tour with Fener & Balat｜Turkey

Meet your guide at a centrally located hotel or designated meeting point. Start your Istanbul discovery at the ancient Hippodrome of Constantinople, once the grand arena for Byzantine chariot races and imperial ceremonies.

Walk through Sultanahmet Square, Istanbul’s historic main square, surrounded by the city’s most iconic monuments.

Discover Hagia Sophia, Istanbul’s most famous landmark, celebrated for its massive dome and rich Byzantine–Ottoman heritage.

Visit the elegant Blue Mosque, also known as Sultan Ahmed Mosque, renowned for its blue İznik tiles, six minarets, and timeless Ottoman architecture.

See the German Fountain, a beautiful octagonal fountain gifted by German Emperor Wilhelm II, featuring intricate mosaics and Ottoman-German craftsmanship.

Explore the historic Egyptian Bazaar, also called the Spice Bazaar, filled with spices, teas, Turkish delights, and vibrant aromas.

See one of Istanbul’s greatest mosques, Suleymaniye Mosque, designed by Mimar Sinan, offering panoramic views of the Golden Horn.

Next, take a scenic tram ride along the river.

Wander through Balat, known for its colorful wooden houses, photogenic streets, and charming cafés.

Visit the unique Saint Stephen’s Bulgarian Church, known as the Iron Church, famous for its prefabricated steel structure, gold detailing, and peaceful riverside location.

Explore Fener’s historic landmarks, including the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, the spiritual center of Eastern Orthodoxy, and admire the striking exterior of the Phanar Greek Orthodox College.

At the end of the tour, your guide will assist you in reaching your desired drop-off location.