Istanbul Old City Tour with Topkapi Palace Russian Guide
Istanbul Old City Tour with Topkapi Palace Russian Guide
Highlights
- •A focused walking tour through Sultanahmet covering the main historical landmarks of Istanbul
- •Guided visit to Topkapi Palace including its courtyards and key sections
- •A structured half-day program ideal for a first introduction to the city with a Russian-speaking guide
Overview
This Istanbul Old City Tour with Topkapi Palace is designed as a clear and structured introduction to the historical center of the city, focusing on its most important landmarks within a limited time.
The program takes place in Sultanahmet, where Istanbul’s Byzantine and Ottoman heritage is concentrated. Accompanied by a Russian-speaking guide, you will walk through the main historical points of the area, learning about the different periods that shaped the city.
During the tour, you will see key landmarks such as Hagia Sophia (from outside), the Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Square, and the German Fountain, with explanations that provide context without extending the duration unnecessarily.
A central part of the program is the visit to Topkapi Palace, the former residence of the Ottoman sultans. You will enter the palace complex and explore its main courtyards and sections, gaining a clearer understanding of how the Ottoman court functioned and how the palace was organized.
The tour ends in Sultanahmet Square, and there is no return transfer included.
Included
- ✓Entrance to Topkapi Palace and the Harem
- ✓Professional Russian-speaking guide services
Not included
- ✕Entrance tickets to Hagia Sophia
- ✕Return transfer to the hotel
- ✕Personal expenses
Important information
- •The tour operates every day except Tuesday
- •The tour starts around 08:30 with hotel pick-up included
- •The program is conducted as a walking tour in the Old City
- •The tour ends in Sultanahmet and does not include return transfer
- •Children aged 4–5 are considered child category, 6 and above are charged as adults
- •Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- •Appropriate clothing is required for mosque visits shoulders and knees should be covered
- •The tour is conducted with a Russian-speaking guide
- •Program timing may vary depending on operational conditions