Tour Details
Itinerary
Your experience starts after arrival at Istanbul International Airport (IST) and is planned around your actual flight timing.
- Pickup from IST airport arrival terminal
- Sultanahmet Square & Hippodrome
Introduction to Istanbul, Byzantine Constantinople and the Ottoman era around Sultanahmet Square. - Blue Mosque
Exterior + courtyard + interior visit where access permits at The Blue Mosque.
Because this remains an active mosque, tourist access varies around prayer times; Friday is particularly restrictive. - Hagia Sophia
Exterior explanation and, where timing/access allows, visitor entry to Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque.
Access can also be affected by prayers and queues. - Sultanahmet photo/free-time walk
Photos, short stroll, restroom opportunity and regrouping before departure. - Return to IST airport departure terminal for your onward flight
The route and stops may be adjusted depending on traffic, flight timing and available layover time.
Timing
Experience time: Approx 4 hours (including airport pickup and return)
Minimum required layover: 7 hours
The remaining time allows for immigration, airport procedures, transfers and a safe return margin before your onward flight.
What’s Included
- Private vehicle
- Driver/guide
- Fuel and parking
- Airport pickup and return
- Drinking water
What’s Not Included
- Attraction entry tickets
- Meals and refreshments
- Visa or immigration services
