Topkapi Palace is one of the three proud heritage sights of the UNESCO recognized Sultanahmet peninsula after Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. Upon our pick up from the hotel, our guide gives us a tour at the gardens and halls of Topkapi, which from 15th to the 19th Century was the principle residence and the administration center of the Turkish Ottoman Empire. We enjoy viewing staggering collection of imperial and religious treasury, golden thrones, emerald crowns, hand embroidered kaftans, and learn about our world's one of magnificent empires who ruled Asia, Africa and Europe continents in health and peace. After the tour transfer back to the hotel.
Inclusion
Pickup from and drop off to in-city hotels; Licensed local tour guide; Guiding language: English, Arabic, Persian, Spanish, Portuguese; Land transportation by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle; Admission fees for Topkapi Palace; Parking fees.
Exclusion
Tip to the guide & driver (optional /customary).
Hours of operation
Available: Daily; Pick up time 7:30am - 8:30am or 12:30pm - 1:30pm. If you like to learn your exact pickup time please call local operator from the telephone numbers at the bottom of your voucher.
Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays and will be replaced with the Archeological Museum.
Duration
Approximately 4 hours.
Location
Tour departs from centrally located hotels.
Location
Tour departs from centrally located hotels.
Policies
Be ready at your departure point 15 minutes prior. Drivers may be instructed not to wait.
2 passenger minimum required to operate tour.
In the rare event of lack of availability due to special events, an alternative day or a service may be advised.
Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation
Highlights / General details
Topkapi Palace is one of the three proud heritage sights of the UNESCO recognized Sultanahmet peninsula after Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. Upon our pick up from the hotel, our guide gives us a tour at the gardens and halls of Topkapi, which from 15th to the 19th Century was the principle residence and the administration center of the Turkish Ottoman Empire. We enjoy viewing staggering collection of imperial and religious treasury, golden thrones, emerald crowns, hand embroidered kaftans, and learn about our world's one of magnificent empires who ruled Asia, Africa and Europe continents in health and peace. After the tour transfer back to the hotel.
Inclusion
Pickup from and drop off to in-city hotels; Licensed local tour guide; Guiding language: English, Arabic, Persian, Spanish, Portuguese; Land transportation by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle; Admission fees for Topkapi Palace; Parking fees.
Exclusion
Tip to the guide & driver (optional /customary).
Hours of operation
Available: Daily; Pick up time 7:30am - 8:30am or 12:30pm - 1:30pm. If you like to learn your exact pickup time please call local operator from the telephone numbers at the bottom of your voucher. Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays and will be replaced with the Archeological Museum.
Duration
Approximately 4 hours.
Location Tour departs from centrally located hotels.
Location
Tour departs from centrally located hotels.
Policies Be ready at your departure point 15 minutes prior. Drivers may be instructed not to wait. 2 passenger minimum required to operate tour. In the rare event of lack of availability due to special events, an alternative day or a service may be advised. Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation
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