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A hall with several columns and red lighting at Basilica Cistern in Istanbul, Turkey.

Stroll through Istanbul's Byzantine past under the magic of twilight

Join an expert historian for an evening tour of historic cisterns and ancient monuments and enjoy special access

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Şerefiye Cistern Map it

US$75*

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The Experience

Walk in the footsteps of history with a curated evening tour of Istanbul's Byzantium past. You'll begin at the Şerefiye and Basilica (Yerebatan) cisterns, where you'll marvel at the dramatic underground architecture that once stored the lifeblood of ancient Constantinople. As the sun sets, the group will continue through the Hippodrome of Constantinople, pausing at the Theodosius Obelisk, Serpent Column, and the Walled Obelisk. The tour concludes with a special nighttime visit to the Hagia Sophia's active mosque sections, offering a rare and spiritual perspective. Exclusively for Mastercard cardholders.

 

What's priceless

 

Feeling a sense of awe as you gaze up at the ornate ceiling of a world-famous mosque.

 

The highlights

 

  • Rediscover the Roman and Byzantine past hidden beneath modern-day Istanbul on a private evening tour
  • Compare two of Istanbul's most important cisterns while enjoying historical commentary
  • Relish special nighttime access to the Hagia Sophia's mosque sections, offering a quiet and atmospheric moment to reflect
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Details

  • Priceless experiences are reserved for Mastercard cardholders
  • Experience is available 25 June 2025 through 31 December 2025 at 4:30 p.m. with additional dates to be announced
  • Experience is for up to 15 people
  • Price listed is for 1 person
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Fine Print

  • This experience is non-refundable once purchased

About our partner

İstanbul Tükenmeden

Within the "İstanbul Tükenmeden" travel concept, expert guides Mois Gabay and Aleksandır Masev lead tours with deep knowledge and a passion for cultural heritage. With years of experience in historical research and storytelling, they offer more than just facts—they create meaningful connections to Istanbul's layered past.

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