Private Istanbul Tour: Blue Mosque, Spice Bazaar & Balat Ferry
Overview
Discover Istanbul’s history and local charm on a private guided tour. Explore Sultanahmet Square, admire the magnificent Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Süleymaniye Mosque, and browse the Spice Bazaar’s colourful stalls. Enjoy a scenic ferry ride along the Golden Horn to Fener and Balat, where colourful streets and historic landmarks await. Finish with traditional Turkish coffee, included in your tour.
Discover Hagia Sophia, renowned for its magnificent dome and Byzantine mosaics.
Admire the Blue Mosque and its elegant Ottoman architecture.
Discover aromatic spices, Turkish delights and local treats at the Spice Bazaar.
Visit Süleymaniye Mosque, a masterpiece designed by Mimar Sinan, with panoramic Golden Horn views.
Enjoy a scenic ferry ride along the Golden Horn to Fener and Balat.
Wander through colourful streets lined with historic houses, churches and charming cafés.
Enjoy traditional Turkish coffee at a local café in Balat, included in your tour.
What's Included
- Entrance fee
- Turkish coffee
- Golden Horn Ferry
- Tram ride
- Private Licensed Guide
Meeting Location
Sultanahmet
Alemdar, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Balat
34087 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
The tour ends in Balat. Your guide will be happy to help you with directions and advice on how to get back to your hotel or continue to your next destination.
What To Expect
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Sultanahmet Square
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Blue Mosque
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Suleymaniye Mosque
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Egyptian Bazaar
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Fener & Balat
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Balat
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Private Istanbul Tour: Blue Mosque, Spice Bazaar & Balat Ferry?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- Entrance fee.
- Turkish coffee.
- Golden Horn Ferry.
- Tram ride.
- Private Licensed Guide.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Istanbul Tour: Blue Mosque, Spice Bazaar & Balat Ferry is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Istanbul Tour: Blue Mosque, Spice Bazaar & Balat Ferry will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Entrance fee
- Turkish coffee
- Golden Horn Ferry
- Tram ride
- Private Licensed Guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
