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Half-Day Private Tour: Istanbul Shore Excursion With Topkapi Palace

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Half-Day Private Tour: Istanbul Shore Excursion With Topkapi Palace
Half-Day Private Tour: Istanbul Shore Excursion With Topkapi Palace
Half-Day Private Tour: Istanbul Shore Excursion With Topkapi Palace
Half-Day Private Tour: Istanbul Shore Excursion With Topkapi Palace
Half-Day Private Tour: Istanbul Shore Excursion With Topkapi Palace
Half-Day Private Tour: Istanbul Shore Excursion With Topkapi Palace
Half-Day Private Tour: Istanbul Shore Excursion With Topkapi Palace
Half-Day Private Tour: Istanbul Shore Excursion With Topkapi Palace

At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Price from
$180 / person
Rating
4.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant

Prices checked on Sep 12, 2026Things to do in Istanbul

Description

This private 4-hour shore excursion visits Istanbul landmarks including Topkapi Palace, the Suleymaniye Mosque and the Grand Bazaar. This guided tour includes port pickup and drop-off from the Istanbul Cruise Port.

Tour Options

Half-Day Private Tour: Istanbul Shore Excursion With Topkapi Palace
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission included120 min

This visit to the imperial palace of the Ottoman Sultans will include tours of the imperial treasury, the Chinese porcelain section, the calligraphy section and many more.

30 min

Little Hafia Sofia one of the most important early Byzantine buildings in Istanbul.

Highlights

Port pickup and drop-off
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Professional tour guide

What's included

Included
Port pickup and drop-off
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Professional tour guide
Not included
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

Pickup Locations & Times

We pick up ONLY cruise passangers arriving from ship. Please contact with us to advise your ship details before arrival.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Visit to the Harem in Topkapi Palace is not included. Entrance will be at your own expense. St. Sophia is closed on Mondays. Instead you will visit Underground Cistern. Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays instead you will take a Bosphorus Cruise. Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, instead you will visit the open-air bazaar
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place.
  • We as KARAVAN TRAVEL, want to ensure the minds of travelers that, all the necessary safety measures and precautions will be maintained at all times; hand sanitizer will be available, masks will be given out, seats will be blocked out on coaches, reduced groups sizes and social distancing measures will be taking against COVID-19 infections. We will follow up the new regulations/restrictions permanently and update our procedures accordingly.

Frequently asked questions

How long does this tour take?

Half-Day Private Tour: Istanbul Shore Excursion With Topkapi Palace lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.

How much does this tour cost?

Prices start at $180 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

Can I cancel this tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. We pick up ONLY cruise passangers arriving from ship. Please contact with us to advise your ship details before arrival. Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-o0AXGEKPN4wJ9sIG0RAn5OShZZx0g9ePurvEEUaahEcOAhyUrLdcUkbyzSiRJQjy.

What languages is this tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN, ES.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Children must be accompanied by an adult

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Reviews(2)

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prjtgardner
September 28, 2023
The palace is amazing our...

The palace is amazing our local tour company was poor. The guide was very nice and new facts but spent a lot of time on her phone. We noticed other guides shared many more things even while waiting in lines. I would not recommend you use this company.

Operator response

Dear Madame, Greetings from Karavan Travel. We are sorry to receive a negative review from the our guests directly, unfortunately in daily operations such kind of issues might occur beyond our wish/control. We will take your comments into consideration for our future bookings and to improve our service quality. Best Regards, Burak.

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Richard
May 9, 2022
A prefect day to visit the Topkapi Palace

The private tour was wonderful, Oguzhan our tourist guide was excellent, he was punctual, consider it, experienced, dominated the English language and very knowledgeable of the history and site being toured. At the beginning I was concerned of the pickup location, I contacted Karavan Tours, and they provided a clear precise pickup location the "Clock Tower" @ the Galata new port as it is a big port with may gates, outlets and a large drop-off and pickup underground. The tour palace was spectacular, and the early arrival really helped avoid the crowds. Both Oguzhan and Karavan Tours I would highly recommend.

Operator response

Dear Richard, Greetings from Karavan Travel Istanbul. Thank you very much for your kind reviews to the tour which was operated by Karavan Travel. Nice to host you in Istanbul and hope to assist you in the future Turkey trips. Best Regards, Emel Kilic.

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