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Istanbul Topkapı Palace and Harem Guide Tour

Istanbul Topkapı Palace and Harem Guide Tour

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Embark on a journey through Istanbul's rich history with a tour of Topkapi Palace. Get to know more about the Ottoman rulers and their families with a visit to the Harem.

TRY 2,094.19

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Istanbul: Hagia Sophia Guided Tour with Expert Guide

Istanbul: Hagia Sophia Guided Tour with Expert Guide

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Discover the Hagia Sophia with a local guide on a small-group tour. Enjoy direct communication with your guide for a smooth, welcoming start and learn about the history of Hagia Sophia and Istanbul.

TRY 3,999.00

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Yildiz Palace Skip the Ticket Line Entry & Audio Guide

Yildiz Palace Skip the Ticket Line Entry & Audio Guide

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Step into history at Yildiz Palace, the Ottoman Sultan's secret retreat for over a century. Now open to the public, it unveils the mysteries of imperial life and architectural splendor.

TRY 710.46

~~From TRY 837.93~~

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Istanbul: Turkish Coffee Brewing Class on Sand + Gift Set

Istanbul: Turkish Coffee Brewing Class on Sand + Gift Set

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Brew Turkish coffee on hot sand in Istanbul, enjoy fortune-telling, and take home your own coffee set with delicious local treats!

TRY 1,421.94

~~From TRY 2,031.34~~

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Traditional Home Cooking with a Local in İstanbul Center

Traditional Home Cooking with a Local in İstanbul Center

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Cook, and explore with a local in the heart of Istanbul. Shop vibrant neighborhood markets, then roll up your sleeves in a cozy home kitchen where Turkish recipes come to life and stories are shared.

TRY 4,570.52

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Istanbul: Official Museum Pass for 12 Most Popular Museums

Istanbul: Official Museum Pass for 12 Most Popular Museums

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Skip the ticket lines, and visit Topkapi Palace, Maiden's Tower, Galata Tower, Istanbul Archaeological Museum, Museum of Turkish and Islamic Art as well as 7 other exciting landmarks of Istanbul.

TRY 5,332.27

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Istanbul: Digital Experience Museum Entry Ticket

Istanbul: Digital Experience Museum Entry Ticket

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Immerse yourself in the world of art and technology at the Istanbul Digital Experience Museum. Engage with state-of-the-art interactive displays and marvel at breathtaking digital art installations.

TRY 914.10

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Home Style Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling

Home Style Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling

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Experience Turkish coffee and fortune-telling, a beloved tradition. Join sisters Sezgi and Hüda for coffee, learn the art, and have your fortune read.

TRY 1,269.59

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Istanbul: Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque Entry Tickets

Istanbul: Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque Entry Tickets

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Discover two of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks with hosted entry to Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. Skip the lines and explore centuries of history with Hagia Sophia’s 25-language audio guide.

TRY 1,649.96

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Istanbul: Perfume Making Workshop with Bosphorus View

Istanbul: Perfume Making Workshop with Bosphorus View

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Craft your signature perfume with expert guidance in Istanbul, all while enjoying breathtaking views of the Bosphorus!

TRY 1,113.42

~~From TRY 1,484.56~~

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Turkish Marbling Paper Ebru Art Workshop

Turkish Marbling Paper Ebru Art Workshop

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I will teach you about the traditional designs in marbling as well as techniques: You can take your painting home with you once dry.

TRY 2,100.00

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