Mosques of Istanbul: Hagia Sophia, Suleymaniye & Blue Mosque Tour | La Vacanza Travel

Mosques of Istanbul: Hagia Sophia, Suleymaniye & Blue Mosque Tour

Duration: 4 hours
Destination: Türkiye, İstanbul, Istanbul
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  • 4 hours
  • Istanbul
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Discover Istanbul’s art, architecture, history, culture, and faith in some of the city’s most beloved places of worship
Visit Hagia Sophia, one of the country’s most iconic landmarks
Snap photos of the Blue Mosque and learn how this grand building got its nickname
See Suleymaniye Mosque, an architectural masterpiece designed by renowned architect Mimar Sinan
Enjoy the intimacy of a private/small group tour
Last-minute booking is available for the meeting point option

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Hagia Sophia Mosque, Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya MeydanI No:1, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye

Built in the sixth century A.D. by the Byzantine emperor Justinian I, this famous mosque was originally an Orthodox Christian cathedral in early day Constantinople (now Istanbul). In its nearly 1,500 years, this iconic landmark has been used as a Catholic church, mosque, and museum.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Mah At Meydani Cad No 7, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye

The mosque was originally named The Sultan Ahmed Mosque, after Sultan Ahmed I who built it. Back in the early 1600s, mosques were built only by sultans who had achieved success in war. Despite having no colorful achievements to his name and against his counselors’ advice, Sultan Ahmed built this grand edifice that would serve as his most lasting legacy. Today, it is nicknamed the Blue Mosque due to the blue hue coming from the blue tiles outlaid in geometric patterns and floral designs in the mosque

Note: "Blue Mosque will be closed for renovation from January 1st, 2023. Instead, you can visit another iconic Istanbul Mosque: Yeni Cami (the New Mosque)"

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Suleymaniye Mosque, Prof. SIddIk Sami Onar Cd. No:1 Süleymaniye Mah, Istanbul 34116 Turkiye

Located on the Third Hill of Istanbul, the Suleymaniye was known as the largest mosque in the city for more than 450 years before it was dethroned of its title in 2019. Other than its stunning size, this mosque was also designed by the renowned architect Mimar Sinan, one of the most notable figures in Istanbul’s architectural history.

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions
  • Entrance fees
  • English, Spanish, Italian, German-speaking tour guide (please, select the option)
  • Beverages
  • Local snack at a historical Madrasah
  • Entry/Admission - Hagia Sophia Mosque
  • Entry/Admission - Suleymaniye Mosque
  • Entry/Admission - Blue Mosque

Exclusions
  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Hagia Sophia Entrance fee (EUR 25/person. New fee added by Turkish Government from 15th of Jan 2024)
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • “As this tour includes visits to religious temples, the itinerary may be adjusted, extended, or shortened due to changes in prayer times throughout the year.
  • Tour guidance inside the mosque is forbidden. Guides can still escort the groups but they can't give any explanation. Silence is mandatory.
  • The mosque provides information through audio guides available in multiple languages. Tourists must have their own headphones or purchase one in the entrance for 100 TRY. They will s
  • Museum cards are not accepted.
  • The upper gallery is accessible by stairs, it's not recommended for tourists with mobility issues.
  • Knees and shoulders must be covered. Headscarf is mandatory for women and can be purchased at the entrance.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

German Fountain, Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

4 hours


User's Reviews

941aral

17 Nov, 2023

1. Half day (I was looking for a tour that was less than 5 hours) 2. All the popular mosques (it includes the top 3 on my list) 3. Fantastic guide (thank you Seda for the impeccable tour and service) Would recommend this to anyone who wants to see Istanbul's best landmarks in 4 hours. Well worth your time!

oreooreo0

18 Oct, 2023

Istanbul mosques, check!! Who would've thought that the movie Argo would push me to visit Istanbul?! And glad I did! Luckily Ebru, our guide made my day so memorable in spite of being alone in the group, she didnt make me feel that way. And tbh this tour is really ALL IN ONE!! coz of the top list i've been eyeing to visit apart from the basilica cistern

Simona_G

30 Aug, 2023

Guide was amazing, he explained us every details and also give us some tips how to spend our holidays in Istanbul

jlcwellness

01 Dec, 2022

The tour was amazing! I am so glad I didnt do it on my own, the tour guide was super clear explaining all. There was a really nice surprise at the perfect time of the tour, a complementary stop for coffee and baklava at one of the nicest places in Istanbul. It was a cold day and with all the walking this stop was just what we needed. The group was small, only 3 of us, and I am still in touch with them! New friends! So worth the money, Definity recommend it!

JULIE_B

13 Aug, 2022

Let me say that we thoroughly enjoyed our time with our guide Muhammed! He was knowledgeable, fun and took us to the Mosques and his favorite café for Baklava and tea. Muhammed, Thank you so much for a wonderful experience!!! 🎉 ♥ Julie and Esa ☺

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