Explore the Enchanting Basilica Cistern in Istanbul

Visit highlights of Istanbul with your private tour guide in 1, 2 or 3 days with a flexible itinerary. Day 1 - Highlights of Topkapi Palace Museum, Sultanahmet Square, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar. Day 2 - Bosphorus Cruise by Public Ferry, Dolmabahce Palace, Taksim Squ...

• Sultanahmet Square
• German Fountain
• Blue Mosque
• Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
• Basilica Cistern
• TopkapI Palace
• Grand Bazaar
• Bosphorus Strait
• Dolmabahce Palace
• Taksim Square
• Istiklal Caddesi
• Galata Tower
• Misir Carsisi
• Cicek Pasaji
• Suleymaniye Mosque
• Balat
• Fener Rum Patrikhanesi
• Historic Areas of Istanbul
• Pierre Loti
• Chora Museum
• Halic
• Bulgarian Orthodox Church

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, The suggested first-day tour is designed as a walking tour, with transportation needed only between the hotel and the Old Town if the hotel is outside old town., The suggested second-day tour can be easily managed by public transportation, Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays can be replaced with alternatives such as Turkish And Islamic Arts Museum or Archaeological Museum depending on your wishes., Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and replaced with Spice Market., Dolmabahce Palace is closed on Mondays. Due to museum regulations, live guide service is not available at Dolmabahce Palace., For the tours that start later than 11 am, kindly note that you may have to skip one/a couple of sites as the sites are closed by 7 pm. Your guide will adjust the program according to your priorities., On Fridays, Blue Mosque will be visited in the afternoon due to Friday prayers., Grand Bazaar and Spice Market is closed during Eid. (Tue, Mar 9, 2027 – Thu, Mar 11, 2027)

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Discover Ottoman and Byzantine history on this private Istanbul city tour, perfect for cruise passengers, first-time visitors, and travelers with limited time seeking a deeper cultural experience. Explore Istanbul’s Old City (Sultanahmet) with a private guide, visiting UNESCO World Heritage landmar...

• Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
• Blue Mosque
• Hippodrome
• TopkapI Palace
• Basilica Cistern
• Sultanahmet District
• Grand Bazaar
• Sultanahmet District

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays can be replaced with alternatives., Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays can be replaced with Spice Market., Ladies should bring scarf to cover heads, Confirmation will be received at time of booking, If the tour starts at 12:00, the duration of the tour is 6 hours., Period of Ramadan aid and sacrifice aid Grand baazar and spice market is closed, Please note that the Grand Bazaar is closed every Sunday, as well as during the Eid al-Fitr (Ramadan Bayram) and Eid al-Adha (Sacrifice Bayram) holiday periods., Entrance fees will be paid in cash directly to your guide. Your guide will arrange fast-track access, allowing you to skip the line and enter without waiting in the regular ticket queue., Tour is mostly walking

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Visit Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul with pre-reserved tickets included. Experience the city’s top highlights with an expert guide on a small-group tour.

Visit Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Basilica Cistern on a 3-hour guided tour. Explore in small groups with pre-reserved tickets included. Learn about Istanbul’s rich Ottoman and Byzantine history.

Istanbul E-pass is a fully digital sightseeing pass that covers over 100 top Istanbul Attractions. Choose your E-pass 1,2,3,5 or 7 days and enjoy the contactless entry with your mobile pass without paying at the gate of attractions. Istanbul E-pass offers attractions in 3 different ways; - Walk-in ...

• Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
• TopkapI Palace
• Basilica Cistern
• Dolmabahce Palace
• Whirling Dervishes Istanbul
• Hagia Irene Museum
• Museum Of Illusions Istanbul
• Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum (Turk ve Islam Eserleri Muzesi)
• Bosphorus Strait
• Beylerbeyi Palace
• Chora Museum
• Blue Mosque
• Istanbul Archaeological Museum
• Princes' Islands
• CamlIca Kulesi - Camlica Tower
• Istanbul Sapphire
• Istanbul Akvaryum
• Miniaturk
• Sapanca Lake
• Emaar Akvaryum & Sualti Hayvanat Bahcesi
• Yildiz Palace Museum
• Istanbul Museum of The History of Science & Technology in Islam
• Galata Mevlevi Museum
• Viasea Akvaryum
• Panorama 1453 History Museum
• Istanbul Robot Muzesi
• Balat Oyuncak Muzesi

• Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Passes are valid 2 years from the date of purchase

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Save money and explore three top landmarks in Istanbul with a single money-saving combo ticket. Getting started Begin your self-guided adventure at any of the three attractions, all within walking distance of each other in Istanbul’s historic center. At each site, complete a quick security check bef...

Make the most of your time in Istanbul on a comprehensive small-group tour covering the city’s essential landmarks in one carefully planned day. Explore the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Topkapı Palace, and the colorful Grand Bazaar. Throughout the tour, your licensed loc...

• Blue Mosque
• Hippodrome
• The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, Istanbul
• Basilica Cistern
• Topkapi Palace Museum
• Grand Bazaar
• Bosphorus Strait
• Dolmabahce Palace
• Buyuk Mecidiye Camii
• Rumeli Fortress
• Kucuksu Pavilion
• Beylerbeyi Palace
• Galata Tower
• Anadolu Hisari Fort

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, This is a full-day walking tour, so comfortable walking shoes are strongly recommended., Guests may choose not to enter one or more of the paid attractions. However, as this is a small-group tour, the itinerary and scheduled meeting times must be followed. Guests who skip an attraction may enjoy free time nearby and rejoin the group at the agreed meeting point., Selecting an earlier departure time helps reduce waiting times at the mosques and allows for a more comfortable experience., Please note that licensed guides do not have priority access at active mosques. All visitors must pass through the standard security lines., Getting to the Meeting Point from Galataport Cruise Terminal: The easiest way to reach the German Fountain is by taking the T1 tram, which takes approximately 30 minutes in total. After leaving Galataport, turn left and walk for about 10 minutes to Tophane tram stop. Take the T1 tram in the direction of Bağcılar and get off at Sultanahmet. The German Fountain is approximately a one-minute walk from the tram stop, and your guide will be waiting there. You may pay the tram fare with a contactless Visa or Mastercard. American Express is not accepted, and there is no need to purchase an Istanbulkart., Museum Tickets: Museum admission fees are not included in the tour price. To keep the group together and avoid ticket-counter delays, the required tickets will be arranged in advance by your licensed guide and paid for separately by the guests. Please do not purchase separate tickets online unless you plan to visit the attractions independently. Current admission fees and payment details will be provided before the tour., During winter, the Bosphorus cruise may be cancelled if weather or sailing conditions make the journey unsafe., This is a comprehensive full-day tour. To ensure that all scheduled attractions can be visited, the Topkapı Palace tour focuses on its main courtyards and most significant collections. Guests seeking a more detailed exploration of the palace may prefer to book a dedicated Topkapı Palace tour.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Tour the Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern in Istanbul's Old City with a guide, then explore Hagia Sophia with an audio guide. Skip ticket lines at Hagia Sophia and the Basilica Cistern.

An Istanbul Historical Wonders Full-Day Private Guided City Tour offers an exclusive and customizable way to explore Istanbul’s most historic and culturally rich UNESCO World Heritage sites, especially the Old City (Sultanahmet). This experience is ideal for first-time visitors, short-stay traveler...

• Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
• Blue Mosque
• Hippodrome
• Basilica Cistern
• TopkapI Palace
• Grand Bazaar

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Skip the ticket line with an entry ticket for Istanbul's Basilica Cistern. Tour this reservoir below the city with a digital audio guide; see marble columns in the water and upside-down Medusa heads.