Fatih Trip Overview
Visit the two major highlights of historical Istanbul with a small group of max 12 people
See the Hagia Sophia from inside out and enjoy the mosaics gallery
Learn about the Ottomans as you walk through Topkapi Palace and choose to visit the Harem as an option at the end
Have the privilege of a professional and local guide for priority admission and skip-the-lines
Late departure for more flexibility and vacation off time
Enjoy the privileges of a small group tour of max 12 people
Additional Info
Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Starts: Fatih, Turkey
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Fatih, İstanbul, Turkey
Visit the two major highlights of historical Istanbul with a small group of max 12 people
See the Hagia Sophia from inside out and enjoy the mosaics gallery
Learn about the Ottomans as you walk through Topkapi Palace and choose to visit the Harem as an option at the end
Have the privilege of a professional and local guide for priority admission and skip-the-lines
Late departure for more flexibility and vacation off time
Enjoy the privileges of a small group tour of max 12 people
Itinerary
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Stop At: Sultanahmet District, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
Meet your expert guide and join your small-group walking tour in the heart of Istanbul’s old town Sultanahmet to see the Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace.
Our meeting spot in Istanbul is at a hot spot for traditional Turkish delicacies, where there are restroom facilities and you can purchase water or snacks.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Hagia Sophia Mosque, Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya MeydanI No:1, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
Enjoy our priority admission and never wait in a line again! See the glory of Hagia Sophia from the 6th Century. Walk to the former altar and listen to your expert guide as he explains the Arabic calligraphy and Byzantine art – all together in one place.
You can climb up the gallery with your guide to see the mosaics surviving from this ancient church, former mosque, and now internationally famous museum.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Topkapi Palace, Cankurtaran Mahallesi Gulhane Park, Near Sultanahmet Square, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
Continue your journey to Topkapi Palace, the second stop for the day. Here you can explore the palace grounds, courtyards, and several exhibitions on a guided tour. Marvel at its opulence and mystery as you learn about this period in Istanbul’s history.
Later on, choose the option to visit the Harem, ruled by the Queen Mother who wielded domestic and political power.
The harem housed hundreds of women and family members as well as hundreds of eunuchs, who performed a wide range of duties. 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.
Duration: 3 hours
