Istanbul Half Day Afternoon Tour: Topkapi Palace and Little Hagia Sophia

5.0 (1 reviews) Istanbul, Turkey
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This half day tour gives you the chance to visit the major sites in the old city for 4 hours. The tour begins with a visit to Topkapi Palace including the jewellery section. Continue to Little Hagia Sophia Mosque, one of the most important early Byzantine buildings in Istanbul.

Options

Istanbul Half Day Afternoon Tour: Topkapi Palace and Little Hagia Sophia

English Language Option
Pickup included

SPANISH LANG.OPTION

Spanish Language
Pickup included

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. TopkapI Palace
    2h · Admission ticket included
    This tour begins with a visit to Topkapi Palace (closed on Tuesdays) including the jewellery section, the former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Today the palace is a spectacular museum with, amongst other exhibitions, one of the largest collections of Chinese and Japanese porcelain.
  2. Little Hagia Sophia Workshops
    30m
    Little Hafia Sofia one of the most important early Byzantine buildings in Istanbul.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up central located hotels. If your hotel is located outside of our city limits, we might need to apply a supplement. Please contact us to check your hotel location before arrival.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Visit to the Harem in Topkapi Palace is not included. Entrance will be at your own expense. Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays, instead you will take a Bosphorus Cruise
  • Minimum 2 passanger apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements.
  • At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place.
  • We as KARAVAN TRAVEL, want to ensure the minds of travelers that, all the necessary safety measures and precautions will be maintained at all times; hand sanitizer will be available, masks will be given out, seats will be blocked out on coaches, reduced groups sizes and social distancing measures will be taking against COVID-19 infections. We will follow up the new regulations/restrictions permanently and update our procedures accordingly.
  • Important Information Regarding the Restoration Works at Hagia Sophia: A comprehensive restoration project is currently underway at Hagia Sophia Mosque to improve its earthquake resistance. As part of the project, the main dome is being reinforced and a temporary steel protective structure is being installed. The restoration is expected to take approximately 3–5 years. During this period, the mosque will remain open to visitors, and guests will continue to have access to view the historic mosaics.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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