Byzantine and Ottoman Relics Tour with Topkapı Palace Ticket and Lunch

After being picked up from your hotel in Istanbul, the first stop is the magnificent Hagia Sophia. Discover more about this Greek Orthodox church that was built in the sixth century by the emperor Justinian. Continue to the Blue Mosque to appreciate its 6 imposing minarets and 20,000 blue Iznik porcelain tiles. Make your way to the Hippodrome, which served as the social and sporting hub of ancient Constantinople. Visit the Tombs of Sultans, the resting site of 142 Ottoman dynasty members and 5 Sultans. Stroll the Grand  Bazaar, the world's largest and oldest covered bazaar. Explore 65 streets that are home to more than 4000 shops. Before sitting down to have a scrumptious lunch, you can give a go at bargaining  in the bazaar. After lunch, proceed to the Topkapi Palace, which served as the Ottoman Sultans' private residence. Visit the Topkapi Palace's displays of holy Islamic artifacts from the time of the Prophet Mohammed, imperial treasures, Chinese porcelain, artifacts, and calligraphy. Continue to the Byzantine-era Hagia Irene Church, the city of Constantinople's first church to be finished. Reminisce your day as you are transported back to your hotel.