Topkapi Palace & Bosphorus Cruise with Audio Guides

Discover Istanbul with Topkapi Palace admission and an approximately 90-minute Bosphorus cruise from Eminönü. Explore Ottoman palace courtyards and collections at your own pace, then admire waterfront landmarks such as Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy and Rumeli Fortress from the boat. • Audio guides in eight languages for both activities, with 25 narrated points on the Bosphorus. • Enjoy both on the same day or up to seven days apart, in either order. • Meet your host inside Chimney Bistro for palace entry assistance, then explore independently. • Skip the palace ticket-purchase queue; mandatory security checks still apply. After purchase, reserve both activities through the emailed link: choose a date for Topkapi Palace and a date and departure time for the cruise. The Harem Section and live guided tours are not included.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   1.5 hours

   Sail between Europe and Asia on a scenic Bosphorus cruise from Eminönü. Admire Ottoman waterfront palaces, historic fortresses, elegant mansions and the bridges connecting Istanbul’s two continents. Highlights along the route include Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan Palace, Ortaköy, Rumeli Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace and the Maiden’s Tower. Your included smartphone audio guide introduces 25 points of interest in eight languages. These are sightseeing points viewed from the boat, not stops for disembarking. Reserve your cruise date and departure time through the link emailed after purchase and attend your selected sailing. The cruise lasts approximately 90 minutes and may take up to 120 minutes.

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   TopkapI Palace

   1.5 hours

   Explore Topkapi Palace, the residence of Ottoman sultans and the empire’s administrative centre for centuries. Discover imperial courtyards, treasury collections and sacred relics, and admire views over Istanbul’s waterways. Learn about palace life and Ottoman history at your own pace with an audio guide available in eight languages. Reserve your visit date through the link emailed after purchase. On your selected day, go inside Chimney Bistro during the host service hours stated in your voucher and show your QR code to the staff. Your host will assist with admission and accompany you into the palace. This ticket cannot be used for direct entry at the palace gates. Skip the ticket-purchase queue; mandatory security checks still apply. Once inside, explore independently with the audio guide on your smartphone. A live guided tour inside the palace and admission to the Harem Section are not included. Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays.

• 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
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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