Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern Combo Tour in Istanbul
Overview
Basilica Cistern Tour Times
Monday
09:00,10:00,11:00,12:00,14:00,15:00,16:45
Tuesday
09:00,10:00,11:00,12:30,14:00,15:00,16:00
Wednesday
09:00,10:00,11:00,12:00,14:30,15:00,16:15
Thursday
09:00,10:00,11:00,11:30,12:00,12:30,14:00,15:15,16:00
Friday
09:00,10:00,11:00,11:30,12:00,12:30,13:30,14:30,15:45,16:30
Saturday
09:00,10:00,11:00,12:00,13:30,14:00,15:00,15:30,16:00,16:30
Sunday
09:00,10:00,11:00,12:00,13:30,14:00,15:00,15:30,16:00,16:30
Basilica Cistern: Meet at the Busforus Bus Stop sign across the Hagia Sophia
Topkapi Palace Tour Times
Monday
09:00,10:00,11:15,12:00,14:00,15:00,15:30
Tuesday
Palace is closed
Wednesday
09:00,10:00,11:00,12:00,13:00,14:15,15:30
Thursday
09:00,09:45,11:15,12:00,13:15,14:30,15:30
Friday
09:00,10:00,10:45,12:00,13:00,13:45,14:30,15:30
Saturday
09:00,10:15,11:00,12:00,13:00,13:45,14:15,15:00,15:30
Sunday
09:00,10:15,11:00,12:00,13:00,13:45,14:15,15:00,15:30
Topkapi Palace: At the fountain of Sultan Ahmed III across the main gate of Topkapi Palace
What's Included
- Your combo pass is valid for three days after usage for the first tour
- Professional Guidance in English for 2 tours
- Entry tickets to the Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace (except Harem Section of Topkapi Palace)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Harem Section of Topkapi Palace
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Topkapi Palace Museum
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Hagia Irene Museum
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Basilica Cistern Museum
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern Combo Tour in Istanbul?
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Activity code: C-296440P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- Your combo pass is valid for three days after usage for the first tour.
- Professional Guidance in English for 2 tours.
- Entry tickets to the Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace (except Harem Section of Topkapi Palace).
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Harem Section of Topkapi Palace.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern Combo Tour in Istanbul is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern Combo Tour in Istanbul will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Your combo pass is valid for three days after usage for the first tour
- Professional Guidance in English for 2 tours
- Entry tickets to the Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace (except Harem Section of Topkapi Palace)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Harem Section of Topkapi Palace
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
