Istanbul: Basilica Cistern & Dolmabahçe Palace Combo Tour
ID: GYG435528-784884
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Country: Turkey
Description
Explore the Basilica Cistern and Dolmabahçe Palace with combo tickets featuring skip-the-line entry and guided tours. Discover the underground cisterns and the palace, including its Harem section.
Get to the heart of two of Istanbul's must-see highlights, the Basilica Cistern and the Dolmabahçe Palace. Enjoy skip-the-line entry before taking a guided tour of both landmarks.
Basilica Cistern Tour Times
Mondays 09:00 , 12:00
Tuesdays 09:00, 12:00, 15:45
Wednesdays 09:00
Thursdays 09:00 , 12:00, 15:45
Fridays 09:00, 12:00, 16:30
Saturdays 09:00, 12:00, 15:45
Sundays 09:00, 12:00, 16:15
Basilica Cistern Tour Meeting Point:
Meet with the guide in front of the Busforus Sultanahmet (Old City) Stop.
Dolmabahce Palace Tour Times
Mondays No Tours(Palace is closed)
Tuesdays 09:00, 14:15
Wednesdays 14:00
Thursdays 09:00, 14:15
Fridays 09:00, 14:15
Saturdays 09:00, 14:15
Sundays 09:00, 14:15, 15:45
Dolmabahce Palace Tour Meetinh Point:
Meet the guide in front of the clock tower in Dolmabahce Palace.
Clock Tower is located at the entrance of Dolmabahce Palace after the security check.
Skip the queues at the Basilica Cistern, located in the heart of the city center. Learn about its construction as a water supply for the Hagia Sophia mosque, the Great Palace of Constantinople, and fountains and baths throughout Istanbul. Marvel at its architecture featuring over 300 columns.
Next, visit the Dolmabahçe Palace, an impressive European-style structure. With 285 rooms, this palace is one of the biggest in Turkey. Learn from your guide about its foundations in the Ottoman Empire, and its royal inhabitants throughout the decades.
Your ticket includes access to the Palace's Harem section, the private quarters where the Ottoman sultan lived with his family.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in Istanbul's history as you walk through the Basilica Cistern
- Enjoy skip-the-line entry to the Basilica Cistern and the Dolmabahçe Palace
- Travel back in time as you take a tour through the elaborate Dolmabahçe Palace
- See the private living quarters of the Ottoman sultan in the Harem section
- Benefit from a local guide's knowledge and insight on tours of both attractions
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Your combo pass is valid for three days after usage for the first tour
Entry to the palace involves an airport-style security check
For the Dolmabahçe Palace tour, meet the guide in front of the palace's clock tower.
For the Basilica Cistern tour, meet the guide in front of the Busforus Sultanahmet (Old City) stop.
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
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
