Bosphorus Cruise and Dolmabahçe Palace Tour Full Day
ID: GYG18127-18127
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Enjoy an entire day of sightseeing in Istanbul on this one-day tour of the Bosphorus and Dolmabahce Palace. Including a 90-minute boat cruise, you'll see the full history and culture of Istanbul.
Embark on a journey of historical discovery with this one-day tour of Bosphorus and Dolmabahce Place. Experience the majesty of one of the grandest palaces on earth, as well as first-hand history and culture of Turkey and the Ottoman Empire.
Start your tour with a narrated walk through the Spice Bazaar of Istanbul. Then take a leisurely 90-minute cruise, fully narrated by a professional tour guide. From here you can see the city from the unique point of view of the Bosphorus and get perfect photo opportunities with such landmarks as Leanders Tower and Rumell Hisari Fortress.
After a relaxing lunch, you will move on to Dolmabahce Palace. With 285 rooms, 6 baths (hamam), 68 toilets and a ceiling made of 14 tons of gold, this is truly a sight to behold. With strong French influences as well as the richness of the East, this is a must-see on any tour.
Expert guides will take you through the most fascinating aspects of the palace, and answer any questions you may have on 19th century Ottoman history. Enjoy a journey of discovery through the stories, myths and great works of art related to this special place.
Including religious sites such as Dolmabahce Mosque, this one day tour covers the full range of culture, history, and art of Istanbul in a relaxed, informative environment.
Highlights
- Cruise on the Bosphorus, inhale the scents of the spice bazaar, marvel at the Rüstem Pasa Mosque
- See Dolmabahçe Palace and Bosphorus Bridge
- Listen to expert narration while cruising on the Bosphorus and visiting the spice bazaar and palace
- Explore the wide range of history, culture, and religious sites on offer
- Make sure not to miss the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace!
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Dolmabahçe Palace Museum is closed on Mondays. It will be replaced with Galata Tower
• Entrance fee to the museum and boat ride is included in the price
• Beverages and personal expenses are not included in the price
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Pickup is available from centrally-located Istanbul hotels within Taksim Square, Şişli, Beşiktaş, Sultanahmet, and Fatih neighborhoods.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
