Istanbul: Private Full Day Byzantine / Ottoman Relics Tour｜Turkey

Discover Istanbul's most iconic sights on a guided tour. Listen to your guide recount tales of the city's colorful past as you pass by landmarks such as the Topkapi Palace, St Sophia Mosque/Museum, Blue Mosque, and Hippodrome. Round off the experience with a visit to the Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest covered markets in the world.

Start your tour at the Hippodrome of Constantinople, which was the sports and social center of the old city. Discover major artworks including the Obelisk from Egypt, the Serpentine Column from Delphi, and the fountain of Willhelm II. Million Stone.

Then, continue to the Blue Mosque, whose 6 minarets adorn Istanbul’s skyline. Next up is the Topkapi Palace, which was home to Ottoman emperors between the 15th and 19th centuries.

The Topkapi Palace was the primary residence of the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years, and is now a museum that showcases the opulent lifestyle and traditions of the Ottoman court. Visitors can explore the palace's many courtyards, pavilions, and gardens, as well as view collections of Ottoman art, jewelry, and weaponry.

Also visit Sultan Home to Harem. Continue to the Hagia Sophia Mosque/Museum, a monument of equal significance to the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. Behold the dome and stunning mosaics of this architectural gem as your guide recounts its turbulent history.

Then, enter the Grand Bazaar with over 3,000 shops selling everything from carpets to jewelry to ceramics and leather goods. Take a stroll around the Bazaar and soak in the aroma of different spices, dried fruits, nuts, sweets, and lokum (Turkish Delights).