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Istanbul Signature: Old City, Fener-Balat Tour & Whirling Dervish 1
Istanbul Signature: Old City, Fener-Balat Tour & Whirling Dervish 2
Istanbul Signature: Old City, Fener-Balat Tour & Whirling Dervish 3
Istanbul Signature: Old City, Fener-Balat Tour & Whirling Dervish 4
Istanbul Signature: Old City, Fener-Balat Tour & Whirling Dervish 5
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Free cancellation available
Price is €383 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • ⭐ Sultanahmet’s Iconic Landmarks – Discover Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, the Basilica Cistern, and the Grand Bazaar.
    ⭐ Fener & Balat Walking Tour – Explore colourful streets, historic churches, distinctive houses, and the Golden Horn waterfront.
    ⭐ Whirling Dervish Ceremony – Experience the mesmerising tradition of the Whirling Dervishes at Hodjapasha Cultural Centre.

    Experience a different side of Istanbul on this three-day cultural journey, combining iconic landmarks with the character of the city’s historic areas. Explore Sultanahmet’s Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, and Grand Bazaar, then wander through colourful Fener and Balat to discover historic churches, lively streets, distinctive houses, and Golden Horn views. End your journey with a mesmerising Whirling Dervish Ceremony at Hodjapasha Cultural Centre.

Activity location

  • Istanbul
    • Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
    • 34906, Sanayi, İstanbul, Türkiye

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

⭐ Private Tour

  • Activity duration is 3 days3d
    3d
  • English

Guided Tours Level: Private Tour (not shared with other participants)
Airport Transfer: Inbound airport transfer from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to your hotel.
Pickup included

Price details
€639.00 x 1 Adult€639.00
Paid at activity€134.00
Total
Price is €773.00

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Small-group tour option (up to 10 participants)
  • Inclusions
    Professional, licensed tour guide authorised by the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism
  • Inclusions
    Whirling Dervish (Sema) Ceremony with hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Inclusions
    Inbound airport transfer from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to your hotel
  • Inclusions
    Private tour option (not shared with other participants)
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off for the guided walking tours
  • Exclusions
    Accommodation
  • Exclusions
    Meals and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Hagia Sophia
  • Exclusions
    Topkapi Palace
  • Exclusions
    Basilica Cistern
  • Exclusions
    Chora Museum (Kariye Mosque)

Know before you book

    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • The meeting point for Day 2 is the German Fountain at 9:00 AM. The supplier will provide the exact location details, including a Google Maps link, after your booking is confirmed.
    • The meeting point for Day 3 is the Chora Museum (Kariye Mosque) at 9:00 AM. The supplier will provide the exact location details, including a Google Maps link, after your booking is confirmed.
    • The meeting points for our guided walking tours have been carefully selected for easy access by public transport and taxi. This makes it convenient for you to reach your meeting point from your hotel or other locations in Istanbul.
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off service will be provided for the Whirling Dervish Ceremony. The pickup time will be communicated separately by the supplier after your booking is confirmed.
    • As Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays, it will be replaced by a visit to the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum on these days.
    • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and will be replaced by a visit to the Spice Market on these days
    • The Grand Bazaar and Spice Market are closed during the Eid holidays on March 09–11 and May 16–19, 2027.
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrival Istanbul and Airport Transfer

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Istanbul

  • 1h 30m

Day 2: Istanbul Old City Walking Tour

  • 9 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Sultanahmet District (Pass by)

German Fountain

  • 15m

Hippodrome

  • 20m

Blue Mosque (Pass by)

Sultanahmet Square

  • 10m

Hagia Sophia Mosque

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included

Basilica Cistern

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included

Topkapi Palace

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included

Kapali Carsi

  • 1h

Day 3: Fener & Balat Tour - Colourful Houses, Churches with Golden Horn Views & Whirling Dervish (Sema) Ceremony

  • 9 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Chora Museum

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included

Private Fener Greek High School (Pass by)

Colorful houses

  • 30m

Colorful Stairs

  • 15m

Venerable Patriarchal Church of St. George

  • 40m

Saint Stephen’s Bulgarian Orthodox Church

  • 30m

Fener & Balat

  • 20m

Golden Horn

  • 15m

Whirling Dervishes Istanbul

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included

Location

Activity location

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    Istanbul
    • Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
    • 34906, Sanayi, İstanbul, Turkiye
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Istanbul Airport
    • No:1 Terminal Caddesi
    • 34283, Tayakadın, İstanbul, Turkiye

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