Istanbul: Private City Highlights Tour with Balat & Fener

Istanbul: Private City Highlights Tour with Balat & Fener

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About this experience

Discover Istanbul’s iconic landmarks and vibrant old neighborhoods on a private guided tour. Step inside the legendary Hagia Sophia, explore Sultanahmet’s historic squares, visit the Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar, and wander through the colorful streets of Balat & Fener, home to centuries-old churches and rich Greek Orthodox heritage.

Visit Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture

Step inside the stunning Blue Mosque

See the Hippodrome, including the German Fountain

Wander the lively lanes of the Spice Bazaar

Explore Süleymaniye Mosque, an Ottoman-era gem

Stroll Balat & Fener, known for colorful houses and rich history

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What's included

Tram transportation

Entrance Tickets

Private Licensed Guide

Detailed itinerary

Stop 1

Begin at the ancient Hippodrome, the former arena of Byzantine chariot races and imperial ceremonies.

Stop 2

Walk through Istanbul’s historic main square surrounded by the city’s most iconic landmarks.

Stop 3

Discover the city’s most famous monument, admired for its grand dome and rich Byzantine–Ottoman heritage.

Stop 4

Visit the stunning Blue Mosque, known for its blue İznik tiles and elegant Ottoman architecture.

Stop 5

Explore a lively historic market filled with spices, Turkish delights, teas, and colorful aromas.

Stop 6

See one of Istanbul’s grandest mosques, designed by the master architect Sinan, with sweeping Golden Horn views.

Stop 7

Explore colorful wooden houses, photo-worthy streets, and charming cafés.

Stop 8

Visit the unique St. Stephen’s Bulgarian Church, the world’s only iron church, famous for its prefabricated steel structure, gold detailing, and peaceful riverside setting.

Explore historic churches, including the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, the spiritual center of Eastern Orthodoxy. Then admire the Phanar Greek Orthodox College from the outside, known for its striking red-brick, castle-like architecture.