Full-Day Istanbul Old City, Topkapi Palace & Bosphorus Cruise

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10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered

Experience Istanbul not as a rushed city tour, but as a complete and unforgettable journey. This well-designed itinerary includes Topkapi Palace and Harem entrance tickets, guided exploration of the Old City, and a 2-hour Bosphorus cruise between two continents. Unlike standard tours, lunch is served on board the cruise boat with unlimited soft drinks, allowing you to relax while enjoying breathtaking views. With a professional licensed, Russian-speaking guide, comfortable transportation, and smooth planning, this tour lets you discover Istanbul in one full day, without stress and with maximum enjoyment.

What's Included

Lunch served on the Bosphorus cruise boat
Entrance ticket to Topkapi Palace & Harem
Professional licensed tour guide
Unlimited soft drinks during lunch on the boat
Entrance ticket to Hagia Irene Church
Hotel pick-up and drop-off (central locations)
2-hour Bosphorus cruise
Russian-speaking licensed tour guide
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick-up is available only from hotels located in the following areas:
Istanbul City Center Hotels, Sultanahmet, Aksaray, Laleli, Grand Bazaar, Sirkeci, Karakoy, Taksim, Beyoglu, Fatih, Eminonu, Cankurtaran, Sisli, Kadırga, Kumkapi, Beyazit.

Please note:
Pick-up service is not available from the Asian (Anatolian) side of Istanbul.
Guests staying on the Asian side are kindly requested to meet at a designated meeting point in the European side city center.

Make sure to be ready at your hotel lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time.

The exact pick-up time will be confirmed after booking.

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Meeting point
Sultanahmet Old City Travel Agency

Please arrive at Sultanahmet Old City Travel Agency by 08:30 AM. Our staff will be waiting for you in front of the office. Kindly be on time to ensure a smooth start to the tour.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Istanbul

    Meet your guide a at 08:30 AM to start the tour.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Blue Mosque

    Visit the famous Blue Mosque and learn about its history, architecture, and religious importance from your professional guide.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

    See Hagia Sophia Mosque from the outside and hear the story of this iconic monument that has served as a church, museum, and mosque throughout history.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Sultanahmet Square

    Walk through Hippodrome Square, once the heart of social life in Byzantine Constantinople, and see its ancient monuments.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Ibrahim Pasha Palace (Pass by)

    See Ibrahim Pasha Palace from the outside while learning about Ottoman architecture and history.

    Admission ticket free
  • Hurrem Sultan Hammam (Pass by)

    Pass by Hurrem Sultan Hammam, designed by the famous architect Mimar Sinan, and hear its story from your guide.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    TopkapI Palace

    Visit Topkapi Palace, the former residence of Ottoman sultans, and explore its main courtyards and sections with your professional guide. Learn about Ottoman palace life, imperial traditions, and history. Please note: The Harem section is not included in this tour.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Hagia Irene

    Visit Hagia Irene Church, one of the oldest churches in Istanbul, located in the outer courtyard of Topkapi Palace.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Sultanahmet District

    Lunch at a Local Restaurant Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant offering traditional Turkish cuisine.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 8
    Kabataş iskelesi

    Bosphorus Cruise Enjoy a scenic 2-hour Bosphorus cruise between Europe and Asia, passing palaces, fortresses, bridges, and waterfront mansions.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • Dolmabahce Palace (Pass by)

    See Dolmabahce Palace from the Bosphorus during the cruise.

    Admission ticket free
  • Çırağan Palace (Pass by)

    Admire Ciragan Palace from the Bosphorus while cruising along the strait.

    Admission ticket free
  • Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge (Pass by)

    Cruise under the famous Bosphorus bridges connecting Europe and Asia.

    Admission ticket free
  • Rumeli Fortress (Pass by)

    See the historic Rumeli Fortress from the Bosphorus, built before the conquest of Constantinople.

    Admission ticket free
  • KIz Kulesi (Pass by)

    Admire the legendary Maiden’s Tower from the Bosphorus and hear its stories.

    Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Istanbul

    At the end of the Bosphorus cruise, guests will be transferred back to their hotels or dropped off at a central location.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Sultanahmet Old City Travel Turizm Organizasyon

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Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Historical Tours
City Tours
Water Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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