Private Half Day Topkapi Palace Tours
Places to see “Duration : 4 hours (approx.) “ 
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Topkapi Palace
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Highlights
- Half Day Topkapi Palace Tours
- Visit the largest and oldest palace in the world Topkapi Palace
- Visit the magnificent Underground Cistern
- Shop in the largest covered markets in the world Grand Bazaar (Kapali Çarşı)
- Entrance fees included
- Transport by Private De-Luxe Cars.
- Private Local Licensed Guide.
- No shopping stops along the way ! “ Without the hassle of being taken to various factory outlets or shopping “.
Schedule details
Unforgettable four-hour tour at the oldest crossroads of the world ! Visit the Topkapi Palace, once the palace of the Sultans of the Ottoman Empire, Topkapi is a vast treasury of Islamic culture, science and weaponry, visited by over 2 million people every year. It is one of the highlights of Turkey. Visit the Underground Cistern (Basilica Cistern),waterway was used as a reservoir for water storage for the Great Palace and other buildings. It is 132 m length, by 65m wide. There are 336 columns in the cistern. Most of the column capitals are either in Corinthian or Doric Style. It’s impressive. After leaving the Basilica Cistern you will finally have the opportunity to do some haggling at the Grand Bazaar, the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is like any bazaar except that, as its explains, it is all within one huge building. Depending on how you measure it, the covered market here could be the largest shopping center in the world, numbering over 4,000 individual shops, you will find among masses of modern trash an approximation of youthful dreams of the glamorous oriental market.Inclusions
Pickup and drop off where the tour concludes. “Hotel or Cruise Ports”
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Additional information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability.
- At time of booking, Cruise Ship passengers must provide the following details under Special Requirements: Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
- Children 6-18 years must be accompanied by an adult
- Please enter your preferred pickup time in the Special Requirements box at the time of booking, and reconfirm 48 hours prior to the tour’s departure time.
- Istanbul requires walking long distances over uneven surfaces, comfortable clothing and closed toe, sensible walking shoes are recommended. Sunglasses and sunscreen are suggested.
- We will ensure your timely return to the Istanbul port for this activity. If you are not returned to the ship in time to board, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call.
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Topkapi Palace architecture is beautiful and the views terrific but when we were there, a good deal of the harem was closed as were the kitchens and several other parts of the museum.
Istanbul es lo mas hermoso es una ciudad mistica y fabulosa
We had only one day to see Istanbul. It was a port of call during our cruise. We booked the small group tour and Taylan was our guide. He was excellent. We wanted to see all the highlights of Istanbul, but also wanted plenty of time to explore the Grand Bazaar. Taylan was knowledgeable, polite and interesting to talk to. He was on time, waiting for us when we got off the ship. At lunchtime, we gave him free rein as to what to order for us. He ordered his favorites and we were able to try a variety of local dishes.
WE HAD A GREAT TIME. THANKS
Basilica Cistern is underground and very cool and refreshing to get out of the humid air. The history is fascinating, don't miss the Medusa heads and the reason they are upside down.
Topkapi Palace is one of the top attractions of Istanbul, you can easily spend 1/2 to 1 day there. but unfortunately, when we visited, more than half of the palace was closed for renovation, e.g. the kitchens. Even so, I think it is worth a visit.
Topkapi Palace and Harem was one of the first few historical attractions that I visited when I was in Istanbul and I definitely did not regret it.
Cojimos un tour privado en istanbul y vimos muchisimo pero la verdad creo que twngo que repetirlo
You may think it's too crowded and it's such a long walk to go through the whole BAZAAR! true but it is a must visit attraction in Istanbul, very interesting, you see locals all around selling all kinds of clothing, souvenirs, fake brands, a huge selection of everything…
La mezquita de sultan ahmet creo que es jn simbolo de turquia y el mundo tuve la posibilidad de conocerla atraes de un tour privado y si que valio la pena.
Topkapi Palace was well worth the visit,amazing Architecture and the history,beautiful garden with some amazing views. OMG and jewels were simply breathtaking,holy relics as a muslim I can't explain in my words speechless.this Palace is one of its kind,incredible must must visit.This is most definitely worth the visit you will not be disappointed.