Private Tour: Istanbul’s Ottoman Experience Including Topkapi Palace and Blue Mosque

Spend the afternoon exploring Istanbul's Ottoman past at the enchanting Topkapi Palace and the superb Blue Mosque on this private half-day tour.

Blue Mosque:
One of the most famous monuments in both the Turkish and Islamic worlds, the Sultan Ahmet Mosque (also known as the Blue Mosque) is a superb creation in the classical Ottoman style. The mosque has six towering minarets and 260 windows illuminating its vast main chamber, which is decorated with more than 20,000 Iznik tiles.

Topkapi Palace:
The largest and oldest palace in the world, Topkapi was the crown jewel of the Ottoman Empire. With its treasury and exotic buildings overlooking the Golden Horn, your visit to Topkapi promises to be a truly fascinating experience. (Closed on Tuesdays)

Hippodrome and Obelisk:
The Hippodrome was once the heart of Constantinople’s political and sporting life, and the scene of games and riots through 500 years of Ottoman history. Today it is a city park called the At Meydanı (Horse Grounds) because of its function in Ottoman times. The Hippodrome includes the 3500-year-old Egyptian granite Obelisk, brought to Constantinople by Emperor Theodosius in 390 AD.

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Blue Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey

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Turkish lamps at the Grand Bazaar, Istanbul

Inclusions:

• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Entrance fees
• Local guide
• Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (optional)
• Food and drinks, unless specified

Additional Information:

• Confirmation for this product will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
• In the event of any museum or mosque closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited
• Not recommended for children aged 4 and under
• Children 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers

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