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Skip the Lines – Do not wait for ticket lines (ONLY FOR TOPKAPI PALACE – There can be lines for Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia)
Full-day tour of Istanbul’s essential sites
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Our guide will meet you at the Hotel Lobby (Old City Area) and we will walk to the sites together.
Experience Istanbul’s timeless sights on a full-day tour of the city’s stunning historic places. Start the day at Hippodrome Square and spot the distinctive tiles of the Blue Mosque. See the Byzantine mosaics and minarets of Hagia Sophia, then follow in the footsteps of powerful sultans, courtiers, and generals at Topkapi Palace. Finish your tour in the vibrant Grand Bazaar, browsing bright displays of handicrafts, carpets, and souvenirs.
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What makes Classical Istanbul |Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar a unique experience ?
Former Racing Arena for Chariots. You will see Egyptian Obeslisk, German Fountain, Serpentine Coloum
One of the most beautiful Mosque of Ottoman Era from 17th Century.
This 1500 years old structure was built as the Greatest Church of Christianity. Converted into a mosque after the Fall of Constantinople. Now, It is being used as museum
(Closed On Mondays)
The Palace where Ottoman Empire controlled for about 400 years. It was the residence of Ottoman Sultans.
(Closed on Tuesdays) – Then we will visit Turkish & Islamic Art Museum Instead
Over 500 years old Bazaar. It is Oldest and the biggest one in the world. An optional carpet weaving lecture will be shown. (Closed on Sundays)
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- On Fridays, Hagia Sophia or Blue Mosque will be visited from outside because of the worship.
- As Hagia Sophia is not a museum anymore, tour guides don’t have skip-the-line priority there. You may need to wait in the security line
- Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays can be replaced with Spice Market. Carpet weaving lecture will be presented also.
- Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays can be replaced with Basilica Cistern.
- Skip the line service is not available for active mosques – there is a queue for the entrance. Ladies must cover the head with a scarf at the mosque visits. Please bring your scarf. Shoulders and knees must be covered
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Classical Istanbul |Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar
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Classical Istanbul |Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Tuesdays – Topkapi Palace visit will be replaced with Turkish&Islamic Art Museum
- Your Guide will meet you at the Lobby
- Sundays – Grand Bazaar is closed – we will visit handcraft center instead
- Professional Tour Guide
Not Included
- Gratuties to the Guides
- Meals & Transportation
- Entrance Fees for Topkapi Palace (Approx 47USD pp)
- Entrance Fees for Hagia Sophia (Approx 28USD pp)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Impetus Travel.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Istanbul.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 3 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
