Istanbul: Half-Day Tour with Topkapi Palace Istanbul: Private Half Day Tour with Topkapi Palace
ID: GYG34179-41897
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
04:30 hours
Description
Explore the Ottoman and Byzantine sights of Istanbul on a 4.5-hour sightseeing tour by luxury vehicle. Learn the history and culture of Turkey’s most cosmopolitan city at the Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, and more.
See the landmark sights of Istanbul on a half-day tour by air-conditioned vehicle. You will be picked up from your hotel, port, or airport, and transferred in comfort to the historic city center.
Discover the Ottoman and Byzantine history of the city at sites such as the Hagia Sophia, one of the marvels of world architecture. Constructed as an Orthodox basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian, its 4 minarets were added when it was converted to a mosque.
Marvel at the Blue Mosque, facing the Hagia Sophia. Famous for its blue Iznik tiles and 6 minarets, it is the icon of Istanbul and the culmination of 2 centuries of Ottoman development.
Move on to the Hippodrome, center of chariot races, athletic events, and political activities of the city when it was known as Constantinople. Next, admire the imperial residence of the Ottoman sultans at Topkapi Palace. See the exquisite jewels in the treasury, and a priceless collection of miniatures and medieval manuscripts
Highlights
- Marvel at the minarets of the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque
- See the former imperial residence of the Ottoman sultans at Topkapi Palace
- Visit the site of former chariot races at the Hippodrome
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please bring a camera, sunhat, and comfortable walking shoes
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Pickup is available at the port, airport, or your hotel. Please indicate your preference when booking.
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.
