Dolmabahçe Palace with Bosphorus Tour by Boat

4.9
(13 reviews)
Istanbul, Turkey

7 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This full-day Istanbul experience combines history, scenic views, and a relaxing Bosphorus cruise in one seamless tour. Unlike standard sightseeing tours, this experience includes skip-the-line museum entry to Dolmabahçe Palace, a guided visit with an English-speaking professional guide, and multiple panoramic viewpoints such as Pierre Loti Hill and Çamlıca Hill. The tour is completed with a Bosphorus boat cruise, offering a unique perspective of Istanbul from the water, and round-trip hotel transfers for maximum comfort.

What's Included

Professional English-speaking guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
Cable car ride to Pierre Loti Hill
Bosphorus boat cruise
Lunch
Dolmabahçe Palace entrance ticket
Soda/Pop
Personal expenses
Tips (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

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.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Dolmabahce Palace

    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.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Bosphorus Strait

    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.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Pierre Loti Tepesi

    Reach this scenic hill by cable car and admire breathtaking views of the Golden Horn from one of Istanbul’s most charming viewpoints.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Camlica Hill

    Visit one of Istanbul’s highest points to enjoy sweeping panoramic views of the Bosphorus, bridges, and both continents.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 5
    CamlIca Mosque

    Biggest mosque in europe , located highes point of Istanbul.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Bosphorus Bridge

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

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by U Can Travel İstanbul

Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
DSA non-compliant
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Rating

4.9 Based on 13 13 reviews
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