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Istanbul Combo: Bosphorus Cruise & Dolmabahce Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Price from
- $99 / person
- Location
- Istanbul, Türkiye
- Rating
- 4.1 / 5 · 35 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, IT, FR
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- IBO Cruise
- Meeting point
- The meeting point is in front of Dolmabahce mosque, near to dolmabahçe palace the pickup time is at between 09.15/09.30 AM.
Description
Explore the Dolmabahçe Palace (ticket not included) and get caught up in the royal past of Ottoman Empire. With this guided tour, visit the palace without waiting for the long queue. After visiting the palace, see both European & Asian sides and the most important highlights of the city on the boat cruise in 2 and a half hours. Also have an opportunity to visit an Ottoman palace on the Asian side of Istanbul.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 9:00 AM and 9:30 AM
- Next available
- Tue, Nov 3
- Adult (ages 7–70)
- $99
- Child (ages 3–6)
- $110
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 1.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Dolmabahce Palace
meeting at the point and transfer with other parts of groups to visit Dolmabahçe Palace to see one of the best Ottoman Palaces (ticket not included)
Rumeli Fortress
Rumeli Fortress is the stop point every Monday and Thursday with our tour guide.
KIz Kulesi
Explore the Tower has been subject to many myths, used by many civilizations with your guide. A place worth seeing with a unique location. In the middle of two continents.
Beylerbeyi Palace
One of the best attraction we will be seen on our boat tour and get information by our tour guide
Kucuksu Pavilion
Stop point during our boat tour to visit the Ottoman palace at Bosphorus.
Galata Tower
One of the places that we will see on our Boat tour and the tour guide will give the information about the Galata Tower.
Bosphorus Strait
Separate European and Asian continent. There are many things to wonder about and get information all about from our tour Guide.
Halic
Golden horn is a natural lagoon apart from Bosphorus strait.
Suleymaniye Mosque
Mosque of Suleyman The Magneficent from 16th Century.
Bosphorus Bridge
1st Suspension bridge of istanbul from 1970s
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
2nd Suspension bridge of İstanbul.
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
Famous Hagia Sophia mosque/church from 6th Century
What's included
Included
English Speaking Tour Guide
Not included
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Dolmabahce Palace Ticket
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.1
35 reviews
How it compares in Istanbul
- Starting price $99 is 13% below the typical $114 for tours of similar length in Istanbul
- Price over the last 20 days: $98–$100
Excurgo comparison of 3,627 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We visit Rumeli Fortress only on Thursdays On Mondays Both Rumeli Fortress and Küçüksü Palace will be closed and visits replaced with freetime in Bebek neighborhood.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Istanbul Combo: Bosphorus Cruise & Dolmabahce Tour take?
Istanbul Combo: Bosphorus Cruise & Dolmabahce Tour lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 12 stops.
How much does Istanbul Combo: Bosphorus Cruise & Dolmabahce Tour cost?
Prices start at $99 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Istanbul Combo: Bosphorus Cruise & Dolmabahce Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 9:00 AM and 9:30 AM.
How much does Istanbul Combo: Bosphorus Cruise & Dolmabahce Tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–6 pay from $110, adults from $99. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Istanbul Combo: Bosphorus Cruise & Dolmabahce Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The meeting point is in front of Dolmabahce mosque, near to dolmabahçe palace the pickup time is at between 09.15/09.30 AM. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Istanbul Combo: Bosphorus Cruise & Dolmabahce Tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Istanbul Combo: Bosphorus Cruise & Dolmabahce Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 35 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by IBO Cruise.
Reviews(35)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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4.1(35) Free cancellation