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Istanbul in a Day Tour: Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar, Cruise & More

Topkapi Palace courtyard with tourists exploring historic architecture in Istanbul.
Tourists exploring the vibrant stalls of the Grand Bazaar during the Istanbul in a Day Tour
Hagia Sophia exterior view, Istanbul in a Day Tour, showcasing historical architecture.
Hagia Sophia exterior with tourists, part of Istanbul in a Day Tour including Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar.

Duration

10 hrs

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Guided tour

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

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Mobile ticket

Enjoy a full-day tour of Istanbul’s finest, ideal for visitors on a time crunch.

    • Avail of fast-track entry into all the old town's sites, like Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, and the Blue Mosque.

    • Gain insight on all the attractions visited from your expert English-speaking tour guide.

    • Take a short lunch break and savor a delectable lunch at a local restaurant.

    • Put a classy end to your trip by hopping aboard a luxury yacht for a sunset cruise.

    • Sail along the Bosphorus Strait and notice various palaces, mosques, and Bosphorus bridges pass you by.

    • Nibble on baklava and fresh seasonal fruits and sip on soft drinks while on the yacht.

    • Expert English-speaking tour guide

    • Entry tickets into attractions

    • Lunch

    • 2.5-hour sunset yacht cruise

    • Snacks (baklava, fresh season fruits & soft drinks on the yacht)

    • Hotel transfers
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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  • The first stop on your itinerary is the Blue Mosque. This prominent landmark boasts stunning semidomes, courtyards, and minarets. Soak it all in before heading to Hagia Sophia, a once Christian church that holds significant historical relevance. Visit the Topkapi Palace and the little Hagia Sophia Mosque afterward, both must-see attractions in Istanbul. End your walking tour at 4pm at the Grand Bazaar, the oldest and largest covered marketplace in all the earth!

    After exploring the city on foot, get transferred to a yacht that has quite the evening in store for you. Unwind after a tiresome day of sightseeing as you gaze out and watch the sun set over the beautiful Bosphorus Strait! The glass-encased yacht will highlight sights like Dolmabahçe, Çırağan and Beylerbeyi palaces, Çamlıca, and Ortaköy mosques, the Maiden’s Tower, and Bosphorus bridges. Soak it all in while snacking on baklava and fresh season fruits on the luxury yacht! Your boat cruise will end at 7pm.

  • Topkapi Palace

    Monday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    TuesdayClosed
    Wednesday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Thursday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Friday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Saturday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Sunday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm

    Hagia Sophia

    Monday09:00am - 07:30pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 07:30pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 07:30pm
    Thursday09:00am - 07:30pm
    Friday09:00am - 07:30pm
    Saturday09:00am - 07:30pm
    Sunday09:00am - 07:30pm

    Dolmabache Palace

    MondayClosed
    Tuesday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Thursday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Friday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Saturday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Sunday09:00am - 05:00pm

    Blue Mosque

    Monday09:00am - 06:00pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 06:00pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 06:00pm
    Thursday09:00am - 06:00pm
    Friday09:00am - 06:00pm
    Saturday09:00am - 06:00pm
    Sunday09:00am - 06:00pm
  • Important Information

    • On Mon, Hagia Sophia will be replaced with Underground Cistern.

    • On Fri, Blue Mosque will be replaced with Nuruosmaniye Mosque.

    • Grand Bazaar is closed on Sun.

    • This tour involves a good amount of walking, so wear comfortable footwear and clothing.

    • No printout required! Just show your mobile voucher with a valid photo ID to your tour guide

    • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid student IDs

    • Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays

    Boarding Point

    • Make your way to the entrance of DOLMABAHCE PALACE

    • Look for a person holding a placard that says “Bosphorous Tour”

    Get Directions to the Boarding Point

    Getting There

    • Nearest bus stop is Dolmabahçe-Tünel, which is a 4-minute walk from the boarding point

    • Buses #37T, 38KT, 48T & 49T will get you here

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