This efficient tour starts at an easy meeting point with your guide in the Sultanahmet district. First, you'll descend into the Basilica Cistern, also known as the "Underground Palace." Here, you'll learn about Byzantine architecture and the story of the famous upside-down Medusa heads while walking on wooden pathways over the water.

Next, the route turns to Hagia Sophia with your priority entrance tickets. Inside this magnificent Istanbul monument, you'll see the elements of both a church and a mosque standing side by side. That amazing dome, the minarets, and the priceless mosaics are truly worth seeing.

The final stop is the Topkapi Palace, the heart of the Ottoman Empire. You'll enter this vast complex with your fast-track ticket. As you explore the courtyards, pavilions, and outer terrace gardens, you'll feel the splendor of the empire while admiring the view of the Golden Horn. Moreover, you'll have the chance to visit the Harem at your leisure with your included tickets.

Special Option for Guests Arriving from Galataport

If you're on a cruise ship stopover in Istanbul, there's no need to miss this tour. You can choose the Galataport cruise port as the meeting point. Your guide will meet you there, and you'll head to the historic Sultanahmet district by tram. You'll explore all these historic sites just the same, with priority entrance tickets for a hassle-free experience.

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