Topkapi Palace/Harem, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar Private tour
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3h - 4h
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About this experience
Explore Istanbul's iconic landmarks on a meticulously planned guided tour. Visit the bustling Grand Bazaar and the majestic Topkapi Palace. Delve into the history and intrigue of the Topkapi Palace Harem section with the expert guidance of a well-informed local tour guide. The tour price includes entrance fees with no hidden costs.
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Topkapi Palace & Harem, Basilica Cistern, the Grand Bazaar Tour
What's included
Private tour
Professional guide
Entrance fees to the museums.
Detailed itinerary
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Stop 1
Embark on an extraordinary journey through time as we take you to the Topkapi Palace, the heart of the Ottoman Empire for almost four centuries. This grand palace served as the powerful government center, and the monarch's residence where they governed the kingdom with utmost authority. You will also get a chance to visit the Harem section of the palace, where the monarch's extensive family and numerous servants resided in exquisite luxury. Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the opulence and grandeur of the Ottoman Empire's most iconic landmark.
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Stop 2
After exploring the Topkapi Palace, you will visit the Basilica Cistern, the largest of several hundred ancient cisterns beneath the city of Istanbul, dating back to the 6th-century Byzantine era.
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Stop 3
Our adventure will conclude at the Grand Bazaar, the largest covered market in the world, where you will dive into an exhilarating shopping experience. This is a remarkable journey that you will not want to miss!
What's not included
Gratuities
Lunch
Private transportation
Available languages
Guide guide
EN
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Important information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This tour does NOT include a visit to the Hagia Sophia and The Blue Mosque or any mosque.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Meeting point
Your tour guide will meet you at the House of Medusa restaurant in Sultanahmet, close to the exit gate of the Basilica Cistern.
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