Topkapi Palace Tour and Bosphorus Cruise

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   Viaport Marina

   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.

   1h 30m•Admission included•See on map

2. 2

   Topkapi Palace

   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.

   1h 30m•Admission included•See on map

Meeting point

The operator confirms the exact meeting point on your voucher.

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Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• 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
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• Your Viator confirmation is not an entry ticket. Use the reservation link emailed by MegaPass to book both activities and receive your actual digital tickets. Choose a visit date for Topkapi Palace and a date and departure time for the Bosphorus cruise. Present your cruise ticket when boarding. For Topkapi Palace, show your ticket to the host inside Chimney Bistro, who will accompany you into the palace. Do not go directly to the palace gates.

Cancellation and refunds

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

• Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe