Private Tour
Istanbul Guided Tour: Basilica Cistern, Hagia Sophia and More!
Overview
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Learn about the local history and culture with a local and professional tour guide.
See all the highlights of Istanbul in a day. Explore the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, Basilica Cistern and more destinations.
PRIORITY TO BUY TICKETS WITHOUT ANY COMMISSION!
PRIORITY TO SKIP THE LINES!
Suggestion for lunch (3 course mix kebab or vegetarian)
Sweet and spice tasting for FREE
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
It is a mosque and former church serving as a major cultural and historical site in Istanbul, Turkey. The last of three church buildings to be successively erected on the site by the Eastern Roman Empire, it was completed in 537 CE. The site was a Greek Orthodox church from 360 CE to 1453, except for a brief time as a Latin Catholic church between the Fourth Crusade and 1261. After the fall of Constantinople in 1453, it served as a mosque until 1935, when it became a museum. In 2020, the site once again became a mosque.
Blue Mosque
The Blue Mosque in Istanbul, also known by its official name, the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, is an Ottoman-era historical imperial mosque located in Istanbul, Turkey. It was constructed between 1609 and 1617 during the rule of Ahmed I and remains a functioning mosque today. It also attracts a large number of tourists and is one of the most iconic and popular monuments of Ottoman architecture.
What‘s Included
Sweet and Spice Tasting for Free
Bottled water
All Taxes
Priority to buy tickets
Guidance
Coffee and/or Tea
Gratuities
Tickets
Lunch
Options
Private Tour Guide
Reviews
34 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful tour of Istanbul!
B6924PEbills,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our tour with Alp, he was fantastic, provided a great itinerary! As he guided us through the various sites, he shared the rich history of each location, pointing out easily-missed details. He also gave us some great recommendations. Highly recommend booking to enrich your visit to Istanbul!
Amazing experience!
alba balaguer,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing! A unique experience, with a super friendly guide, who explains everything, takes you into the city in an impossible way for a normal tour, and with unforgettable professionalism and friendliness. An unforgettable afternoon by the mosques of Istanbul. Thank you Emrullah!!!!
Amazing tour guide (Alp)
andytapatagonika,,Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did this tour with Alp and I truly enjoyed it, not only was he really nice, he knew a lot, made me feel like I was hanging out with a friend that was showing me their hometown. He knew places I would have not been able to find in my super quick trip. This is 100% the best tour guide in Istanbul.
Great experience visiting Istanbul's 3 major mosques
cfk2132016,,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Emrullah gave us an absolutely fantastic experience showing us some of his favourite places to visit in Istanbul. His descriptions, explanations and linking of history at each site was fantastic and gave us a greater understanding of the complexities that exist in Istanbul. He managed to include many light hearted moments in his conversations with us whilst also allowing us to sit and take in the real beauty of the mosques visited. Emrullah is a great guide.
Istanbul's history brought to life.
sachaontheroad,,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went on a walking tour with Emrullah around the old town. To say it was informative, well thought out and well run is an understatement. His historical, political and religious insights brought Istanbul's history to life- and what a history it is!! I can thoroughly recommend him.
The highlight of my entire trip!
pjchan27,,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Istanbul had long been a city I wanted to explore, and I couldn't have asked for a better guide than Emrullah. The tour was well paced, well organized, and most importantly, informative. What makes Emrullah shine as your tour guide is his vast depth of knowledge, providing so much more insight than I could have ever learned from my travel books. His expertise alone made this tour the favourite part of my entire vacation! Don't hesitate, do this tour, I'd highly recommended it.
Very good and nice experience
fatitou06,,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a good experience the guide was till and all the explanation about the story the city was clear I recommend you Emrullah he is very nice and a good guide
Amazing tour Guide
Relax13117792575,,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We got a tour through the old town and he showed us some not so touristy places. We also got to try some food and snacks of how the locals eat it and where they eat it. It was very interesting as he told us the history and various background stories of places we paces by. We were very lucky to find him in our first visit to Istanbul. I can highly recommend a tour with this guide.
Discovering Istanbul’s Treasures and you gain a friend!
alexandrusR9096HW,,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had the pleasure of joining a guided tour of Istanbul with Emrullah Cansu, and it was an outstanding experience. Emrullah is not only highly knowledgeable and professional but also genuinely passionate about the city’s history and culture. The visits to Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern, and other landmarks were insightful, well-organized, and full of fascinating stories. Beyond being an excellent guide, Emrullah makes you feel truly welcome — after this experience, you don’t just leave with wonderful memories, but also with a friend in Istanbul!
Best Guided Trip Experience in Turkey!
Culture35272009364,,Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Turkey has always been on my bucket list, and I finally travelled there in September 2025 with Mr Cansu, and it truly exceeded my expectations. We explored many incredible cities and learned so much about Turkish food, culture, and its rich Muslim heritage, and the entire trip was perfectly guided and deeply informative. Cansu makes every moment meaningful with his knowledge and passion for history and culture. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Turkey, you will be in excellent hands!
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