Tours/Istanbul/Dolmabahçe Palace with Bosphorus Tour by Boat
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Dolmabahçe Palace with Bosphorus Tour by Boat

4.9(13)Istanbul1 hour
TRIPADVISOR4.9(13)

Description

Discover the best of Istanbul in one unforgettable day on this full-day guided city tour. Visit the magnificent Dolmabahçe Palace, enjoy a relaxing Bosphorus Cruise between Europe and Asia, explore the colorful streets of Fener & Balat, and experience the lively atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar. Perfect for first-time visitors, this Istanbul sightseeing tour combines history, culture, local life, scenic views, shopping, and authentic Turkish cuisine in a comfortable full-day experience with hotel pick-up and drop-off included. Visit the stunning Dolmabahçe Palace with a licensed English-speaking guide Enjoy a 1.5-hour Bosphorus Cruise between Europe and Asia Explore the colorful and historic neighborhoods of Fener & Balat Discover the world-famous Grand Bazaar and enjoy free shopping time Taste delicious Turkish cuisine at a local restaurant Travel comfortably with full-day transportation included Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off from centrally located Istanbul hotels

Tour Options

Dolmabahçe Palace with Bosphorus Tour by Boat
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission included120 min

Explore the opulent 19th-century palace that served as the main administrative center of the Ottoman Empire, famous for its lavish interiors and crystal chandeliers.

Admission included90 min

Explore the opulent 19th-century palace that served as the main administrative center of the Ottoman Empire, famous for its lavish interiors and crystal chandeliers.

Pass by

See the impressive bridge that connects Europe and Asia, symbolizing Istanbul’s unique position between two continents.

Admission included45 min

Discover the colorful and historic neighborhoods full of local charm.

60 min

Explore the world-famous Grand Bazaar and enjoy free time for shopping.

Highlights

Professional English-speaking guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
Bosphorus boat cruise
Lunch
Dolmabahçe Palace entrance ticket

What's included

Included
Professional English-speaking guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
Bosphorus boat cruise
Lunch
Dolmabahçe Palace entrance ticket
Not included
Soda/Pop
Personal expenses
Tips (optional)

Pickup Locations & Times

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from centrally located hotels in Istanbul. Pickup time will be confirmed one day before the tour. Guests are advised to be ready in the hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time. Tour operates with an English-speaking licensed guide. This is a shared group tour.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(13)

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riyama497
December 27, 2025
best company

the experience was amazing including transportation, food, the show. I highly recommend booking with them all your trips

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Vacation396728
December 1, 2025
An unforgettable journey

A wonderful experience, I went for a walk with my mom and Ryan helped us from the first moment I contacted him was very helpful, any small doubts and at the hour he was helping me, I would definitely contact him again on my next visit and recommend him with closed eyes, we had no inconvenience throughout the walk and we were almost 3 weeks there.

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255amalfic
September 22, 2025
First trip is Istanbul

We did the walk through the forest, the very interesting tour, they explained their importance for Turkey, the inhabitants who passed by and their palaces. We had the opportunity to meet Ryan a very nice guy who helped us with the gastronomic sites, sights and other recommendations. If you are x stanbul do not hesitate to contact him.

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sohaibi394
September 22, 2025
Unforgettable Bosphorus Boat Tour

The Bosphorus boat tour was a great experience. Beautiful views of both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul, with stunning landmarks along the way. Relaxing, scenic, and definitely worth it!. The travel agent was very professional and helpful. Everything was well organized, from the booking to the actual tour, which made the experience smooth and enjoyable. I really appreciated their prompt communication and attention to detail

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frederikeg2025
August 6, 2025
Super friendly and good quality

Ryan is a very nice travel agent. He'll help you with anything. Morning boat tour booked over the Bosphorus. After a few days of walking and the hectic pace of downtown Istanbul, this was a great rest day. He then helped us with online check-in and arranged a taxi van to the airport for a good price. He kept in touch whether we were satisfied and whether we had arrived well! Highly recommended! Thanks Ryan!

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P5211UCvalentinai
June 23, 2025
lovely tour

Everything was amazing and i definitely recommend going, the food was delicious and they had vegetarian options as well.

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odettg2025
May 20, 2025
Wonderful boat trip

The trip was very enjoyable, we liked it a lot:) the staff was very helpful and kind, the presenters were well prepared. The boat trip lasted 3 hours which was perfect to our like.

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654nasreenl
August 10, 2024
Excellent tour

Sabbit was an excellent tour guide. Dolmabahçe is a must visit palace! No pictures allowed inside but it’s worth a visit. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole trip

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924tazkiam
July 4, 2024
Excellent Excellent service!!!

Absolutely amazing service from the team at U Can Travel. They were very helpful, on time, make u feel at home, reliable and trustworthy!

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956khalidy
April 21, 2024
Great service with professional agency assistance. Peace of mind with Mr Mesut at your assistance

Great experience with wonderful scenery of historical buildings Took wonderful and memorable photos Had a great time with my family

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