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Topkapi Palace with Harem and Blue Mosque Guided Tour

3 hours

Easy

Experience the main attractions of Istanbul, as well as the small but equally wonderful details of the city on this small-group tour. Your guide takes you on an in-depth tour of both Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace.
Istanbul’s Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace are two of the city’s unmissable cultural and historic sites. Focusing on these two places will allow you to concentrate on their beauty and unique histories at leisure, without rushing on to other sites. Save time by skipping the ticket line in Topkapı Palace with priority access, definitely a bonus whether it’s your first time in Istanbul or you’re a repeat visitor.
What's included?
    Small Group
    Professional Guide
    Exclusions
      Topkapı Palace Admission (TRY 1500 per person)
      Hotel pickup and drop-off
      Gratitudes
      Please note
      • Public transportation nearby
      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Not stroller accessible
      • Not suitable for pets
      • Infants must not sit on laps
      • Infant seats unavailable
      • Modest clothing should be preferred when visiting the Blue Mosque. Shorts for men or women should be below the knee. Women cover their heads and exposed shoulders with a scarf or shawl, skirt should be below the knee. For those who do not have suitable clothes, stands are available at the entrance. Overalls and headscarves are provided for free of charge.
      • Entrance to Topkapı Palace (1500TL per person) is not included in the tour price. Once you pay your entrance fee to your tour guide, you will have the privilege of skipping the ticket queue. Your guide will use e-tickets and you can just walk in to the palace directly without waiting. You can pay the tour guide preferably cash in TRY (or in equivalent to USD or EURO).
      • • PLEASE ARRIVE AT LEAST 10 MINUTES BEFORE THE ACTIVITY STARTS AS FINDING A TAXI AND TRAFFIC CONGESTION ARE ALWAYS A PROBLEM. If you are going to be late, please contact the tour provider in advance. The guide will wait for you if you are the only participant or they will advise you how to catch up with your group later. • Entrance to Topkapı Palace (1,500 TL or 45 EUR per person) is not included in the tour price. Once you pay your entrance fee to your tour guide, you will have the privilege of skipping the ticket queue. Your guide will use e-tickets and you can just walk in to the palace directly without waiting. You can pay the tour guide preferably cash in TRY (or in equivalent to USD or EURO). • Kids under 6 years old are free. Kids up to 12 years old is ₺150. You should bring along a Photo ID showing your kid’s age so that your guide can get the free or discounted tickets for your kids.
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