The HighLigts:

Discover the fascinating of “Sultan Ahmet Center”, the heart of the “Old City” from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled.

Departure:

We’ll pick you up from your hotel between 12:00-12:30 PM

(Only from Sultanahmet, Laleli, Taksim areas)

Itinerary:

You’ll visit:

Topkapı Palace, residence of Ottoman Sultans exhibiting imperial treasury, sacred Islamic relics

of Prophet Mohammed, kitchen, Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy section etc. Live guide

commentary is not allowed in special sections. (Harem is not included in the program)

The Hagia Irene located in the outer courtyard of Topkapı Palace is the oldest church of the

Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine). It was also the second largest church in İstanbul after Hagia

Sophia. It’s a typical Byzantine structure with its materials and architecture, was built on the site

of an old temple in 330.

Sultan Tombs, there are five tombs of Ottoman Sultans within the graveyard at Hagia Sophia.

The ceramic panels are the most beautiful examples of the 16th century with purple, red, green

and blue flower motives

This tour ends approximately at 17:00

Include:

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Entrance fees
• Local expert guide

Not Include

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