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Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Süleymaniye Small-Group Tour

Small group Istanbul, Turkey3.5 hoursGuided in English

Visit Istanbul's three great domed landmarks with a licensed guide who brings their Byzantine and Ottoman stories to life. A small group means more time for questions and less time in crowds.

3.5 hoursExplore at your own pace
Small group, up to 12 travellersKeeps the experience personal
EnglishLive guide or host
CancellationNon-refundable: tickets are issued for your chosen date and time

Highlights

  • Licensed guide throughout
  • Hagia Sophia and its history
  • Blue Mosque and its Iznik tiles
  • Süleymaniye Mosque and Golden Horn views
  • Small group for a more personal visit

Full description

This walking tour links three buildings that define Istanbul’s skyline. You begin at Hagia Sophia, where your guide explains how a Byzantine cathedral became a mosque, then cross to the Blue Mosque and its tiled prayer hall.

The tour ends up the hill at the Süleymaniye Mosque, the masterpiece of the architect Sinan, where the terraces look over the Golden Horn. Along the way you will hear how emperors and sultans used architecture to project power.

Itinerary

  1. Hagia Sophia

    Meet your guide in Sultanahmet and visit Hagia Sophia.

  2. Blue Mosque

    Walk across the square to the Sultan Ahmed Mosque.

  3. Walk to Süleymaniye

    Head up through the old city streets.

  4. Süleymaniye Mosque

    Explore the mosque and its terraces with views over the Golden Horn.

Included

  • Licensed English-speaking guide
  • Hagia Sophia entry ticket
  • Guided visits to the Blue Mosque and Süleymaniye Mosque (free entry)
  • Headsets when the group size requires them

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Tips

Meeting point

Sultanahmet Square, near the German Fountain; exact details are in your confirmation.The exact spot and your host's details arrive with your confirmation.

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Know before you go

  • Mosques ask for modest dress: shoulders and knees covered, and a headscarf for women. Scarves are usually available at the entrance.
  • Mosques close to visitors during the five daily prayers and at midday on Fridays; the order of visits may change.
  • Visitor access inside Hagia Sophia may be limited to certain areas; routes are set by the site.
  • Entry prices at Hagia Sophia have changed several times recently; we confirm what is included when you book.

Frequently asked questions

Is Hagia Sophia entry included?

Yes, the entry ticket is included in this tour.

Is there a lot of walking?

Around 3 km, including a gentle uphill walk to Süleymaniye.

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