Istanbul: Topkapi and Hagia Sophia Small Group Tour Shared-Group Tour in English without Harem Visit
ID: GYG176826-269028
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a walking tour through the heart of Istanbul's old town, Sultanahmet, to see the Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace and its Harem. Gain priority admission, and skip the long lines with your professional and local tour guide.
Meet your professional and local guide at a central Sultanahmet location and enjoy a small group or private tour of the Hagia Sophia. See the famous landmark in all its 6th-century glory.
Climb up the gallery with your guide to see the mosaics surviving from this ancient church, former mosque, and now internationally famous museum. Continue your journey to Topkapi Palace, the second stop for the day. Here you can explore the palace grounds, courtyards, and its Harem on a guided tour.
Later on, visit the Harem, ruled by the Queen Mother who wielded domestic and political power (if option selected). The harem housed hundreds of women and family members as well as hundreds of eunuchs, who performed a wide range of duties. Marvel at its opulence and mystery and learn about this period in Istanbul's history.
See several exhibitions inside the Palace. Admire cupboard doors inlaid with mother of pearl and tortoiseshell and stunning Iznik tiles with verses from the Quran. Your tour will end with a visit to the holy relics and the imperial kitchens.
Highlights
- Visit the two major highlights of historical Istanbul on a small group or private tour
- See the Hagia Sophia from inside out and enjoy the mozaics gallery
- Learn about the Ottomans as you walk through the Topkapi Palace
- Have the privilage of a professional and local guide for priority admission and skip-the-lines
- Enter the Topkapi Palace Harem (if option selected)
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Masks are required while indoors
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Meet at the House of Medusa Restaurant in Sultanahmet, Alemdar Mh., Yerebatan Cd. No:32, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
