Topkapi Palace and Rug Shopping with Expert - Private
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $125 / person
- Location
- Istanbul, Türkiye
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 3 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Private tour guide Ali YALNIZ
- Meeting point
- At the entrance area of Ayasofya
Description
Please also check my Trip Advisor page, "Ali's Protravel & Tours," where we have received 277 five-star ratings and reviews. . The experience lasts about 4 hours and includes two parts: Cultural and Shopping. Meet at 10 am in front of Ayasofya to visit the Topkapi Palace Museum for 2 hours. Explore various sections, including kitchens and holy relics. Afterward, head to the Grand Bazaar area to visit a rug store. With a professional local guide, you'll find a genuine handmade Turkish rug, ensuring good quality, fair price, safe payment, and secure shipping. The tour ends in the Grand Bazaar area and runs every day except Sunday.. . https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g293974-d3570940-Reviews-Ali_s_Protravel_Tours-Istanbul.html
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 30
- Adult (ages 14+)
- $125
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $250.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 29.
Tour Options
Itinerary
TopkapI Palace
The Topkapi Palace was the administration center of the Ottoman empire and also home of the Turkish Emperors and played a prominent part in the history of Ottoman Empire. This museum is a fascinating landmark, and definitely a must-see attraction. Guests will be meeting with the guide in front of the palace and visiting all the palace courtyards including the Harem quarters, the kitchens, the armory exhibition, treasury exhibiton (if open), holy relics,exhibiton and terraces etc in a 3 hour long, privately guided tour. It is full of history with exciting stories and things to see. There will be a short visit to the Grand Bazaar or Spice Bazaar if interested for safe shopping with guide after the palace tour. Fast track entry tickets for the palace and harem will be arranged and included. Closed on Tuesdays
Grand Bazaar
Our tour ends at the Grand Bazaar after 30 minutes guided tour of inside the Bazaar. We may visit carpet store if interested or / leather / tile / handbag shops in the Grand Bazaar if requested...if not, then we will pass on that part. Closed on Sunday
What's included
Included
Licensed Tour Guide
Not included
Gratuity not included
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
3 reviews
How it compares in Istanbul
- Starting price $125 is 10% above the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Istanbul
Excurgo comparison of 3,628 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
0+ days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Topkapi Palace and Rug Shopping with Expert - Private take?
Topkapi Palace and Rug Shopping with Expert - Private lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Topkapi Palace and Rug Shopping with Expert - Private cost?
Prices start at $125 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $250. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Topkapi Palace and Rug Shopping with Expert - Private run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 10:00 AM.
Can I cancel Topkapi Palace and Rug Shopping with Expert - Private for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is At the entrance area of Ayasofya. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Topkapi Palace and Rug Shopping with Expert - Private offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Topkapi Palace and Rug Shopping with Expert - Private worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 3 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Private tour guide Ali YALNIZ.
Reviews(3)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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