Half-Day Morning Istanbul Old City Tour

 

 

Topkapı Palace: Topkapı Palace, the residence of Ottoman Sultans exhibiting imperial treasury, sacred Islamic relics of Prophet Mohammed, kitchen, Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy section, etc. Live guide commentary is not allowed in special sections.

Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue Iznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet. Visiting is not possible on Friday because of the crowded noon prayer.
 

Hippodrome, the center of sportive events (chariot races, athletics) and political activities of the old city. Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating the Hippodrome.

Grand Covered Bazaar, the most attractive shopping center and the biggest "souk" in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewelry, gold, carpets, leatherware, and souvenir.

(Art demonstration of handmade Turkish carpets upon request)

 

Important Notes

• - Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesday. Replaced with Underground Basilica Cistern.
• - Harem and Hagia Irene Church are not included in the program.
• - Grand Covered Bazaar is closed on Sundays and public holidays.

 

What's Included

• - Museum entrance fees mentioned on the itinerary
• - Professional Guidance(English/Arabic)
• - Pick up and Drop off service from the airport
• - Transportation with A/C vehicles
• - Donations to the Mosques
• - TURSAB insurance, which covers the costs of services accepted and committed by the travel agency

 

What's Not Included

• - Lunch
• - Optional Gratuities
• - Personal expenses

 

30% discount for children below the age 7, free for the ages of 0-2