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Istanbul: Bosporus and Dolmabahce Palace Shore Excursion

Activity provider: Travel Store Turkey
Water activity

Istanbul: Bosporus and Dolmabahce Palace Shore Excursion

Activity provider: Travel Store Turkey

From US$ 272.64 per person

Discover the icons of Istanbul on an 8-hour guided tour, including lunch. Cruise the Golden Horn on the Bosporus Strait to see the main harbor of Constantinople and Byzantium. Ascend one of Istanbul’s hills for a magnificent view, and more.

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Skip the line through a separate entrance
Live tour guide
English, Spanish, Russian
Pickup included
Pickup from your hotel in Istanbul.
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Experience

Highlights
  • Explore the only city on 2 continents on a full-day tour of Istanbul
  • Cruise the Golden Horn on the Bosporus Strait
  • Visit the former residence of the Ottoman sultans at Dolmabahçe Palace
  • See the vast suspension bridge that connects Europe and Asia
  • Enjoy a typical Turkish lunch at a local restaurant
Full description
Discover the only city on 2 continents on a full-day guided tour of Istanbul. Cruise along the Bosporus Strait and see the vast suspension bridge that links Asia and Europe. Go to the former residence of the Ottoman sultans and Dolmabahçe Palace, and more. Following a pick-up from your hotel from 08:30, transfer to the Bosporus, and cruise through the Golden Horn, the historical heart of the city and the principal harbor of Byzantium, Constantinople, and Istanbul for over 2,000 years. Admire Rumeli Fortress, Istanbul’s biggest fortification, from the sea. Pass Pierre Loti Hill, named after the French novelist and naval officer, Pierre Loti, who spent many years in Istanbul. Then, take the cable car to see Istanbul from a different perspective. Marvel at the city walls of Constantinople, and learn how they were only breached twice in 1600 years. Enjoy some free shopping time, before lunch at a Turkish restaurant. Continue in the afternoon with a visit to Dolmabahçe Palace, home to 6 sultans from 1856 until the abolition of the Caliphate in 1924. Go to the Bosporus Bridge (one of the world's largest suspension bridges) linking Europe and Asia. Next, ascend one of Istanbul’s hills by bus for a commanding view of the Bosporus and old Istanbul.
Includes
  • Pick-up and drop off
  • Entrance fees
  • Cruise boat
  • Guide services
  • Drinks
  • Lunch

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  • Please note that Dolmabahçe Palace is closed on Mondays and Thursdays and will be replaced by a visit to the Chora Museum (Church)
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Was amazing time ! We really enjoyed it Thank yaa!

August 20, 2018

Product ID: 58071