Dolmabahçe Palace with Bosphorus Tour by Boat
Overview
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
What's Included
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
- Bosphorus boat cruise
- Dolmabahçe Palace entrance ticket
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Carbonated beverages Soda/Pop
- Personal expenses
- Tips (optional)
Meeting and Pickup
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.
What To Expect
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Dolmabahce Palace
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Bosphorus Strait
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Bosphorus Bridge (pass by)
Balat
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Grand Bazaar
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- Lunch.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle.
- Bosphorus boat cruise.
- Dolmabahçe Palace entrance ticket.
- Professional English-speaking guide.
- Carbonated beverages. Soda/Pop.
- Personal expenses.
- Tips (optional).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Dolmabahçe Palace with Bosphorus Tour by Boat is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Dolmabahçe Palace with Bosphorus Tour by Boat will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
- Bosphorus boat cruise
- Dolmabahçe Palace entrance ticket
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Carbonated beveragesSoda/Pop
- Personal expenses
- Tips (optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
