Istanbul Old City Private Tour with a Licensed Storyteller Guide

5.0 (16 reviews) 8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

✨ Discover Istanbul Like Never Before

Step beyond the guidebooks and into the heartbeat of Istanbul with a licensed local expert. From the timeless beauty of the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia to the hidden gems only locals know, this experience is a perfect mix of history, culture, and authentic storytelling.

Whether you’re a curious traveler, a history lover, or simply here to soak in the atmosphere, I tailor each tour to your interests. With me, it’s not just about seeing landmarks — it’s about feeling the soul of the city.

️ Ottoman wonders

️ Local bazaars & backstreets

Real stories, real insights

Photo stops with the best views

Tours available in English, Turkish,

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Audio guide: English
Guide: English
Operated by: Your Turkish Delight Guide

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Youth (13–25 years) · Adults (26–59 years) · Seniors (60–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional Guiding Services

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees: Hagia Sophia Ticket Fee
Not included: Entrance fees: Topkapi Palace Ticket Fee
Not included: Entrance fees: Basilica Cistern Entrance Fee

Itinerary

German Fountain

30 min Admission included

Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpent Column, and the chariot-race history of Roman Constantinople
Blue Mosque

one hour Admission included

Iconic six-minaret mosque, blue İznik tiles, and Sultan Ahmet I’s legacy
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

one hour Admission not included

1500-year-old marvel, architectural genius, and shifting religious roles
Basilica Cistern

30 min Admission not included

Underground wonder with Medusa heads and a cinematic feel
TopkapI Palace

one hour Admission not included

Topkapi Palace – Once the opulent home of Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years, Topkapi Palace is a masterpiece of Islamic architecture and imperial grandeur. Explore glittering treasures, sacred relics, lush courtyards, and breathtaking views of the Bosphorus where history, politics, and intrigue shaped an empire.
Grand Bazaar

one hour Admission included

Grand Bazaar (Kapalıçarşı)

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

It is located in Sultanahmet Square (also called the Hippodrome of Constantinople)
- Right between the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia

End point

It is located in Sultanahmet Square (also called the Hippodrome of Constantinople)
- Right between the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.