Bosphorus Cruise with Dolmabahce Palace and Istiklal Street Tour

Istanbul, Turkey
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This 7 hours tour offers history, culture and marvelous scenery. Get incredible views of the city's outstanding buildings, fortresses, Ottoman waterfront mansions, and lush gardens. Learn about the history of the opulent Dolmabahce Palace. Dive into the colorful world of spices and aromatic herbs in Spice Market. Marvel at the 19th century Neo Classical and Art Nouveau architecture in Istiklal street.

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Stop At: Dolmabahce Palace, Visnezade Mahallesi Dolmabahce Cd, Istanbul 34357 Turkiye

A beautiful palace from 19th century blending different architectural features such as Baroque, Rococo, Neoclassical. It served as administrative center of the Ottoman Empire until 1922.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye

The Bosphorus Strait, which splits the European and Asian sides of Turkey, is one of the world’s busiest waterways. On one side is Europe, on the other Asia – both shores are lined with Ottoman palaces, lush gardens, historic yali/pavilions (seafront mansions) and have loads of attractions.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Pass By: Besiktas, Istanbul Turkiye

Restless district of Besiktas which is also home of famous football team bearing same name we will be explaining the district from the boat we will take.

Stop At: Rustem Pasha Mosque, 62 HasIrcIlar Carsisi Eminonu, Istanbul Turkiye

This mosque, designed by the famous Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan in 16th century, is a hidden gem in Istanbul. Rustem Pasha Mosque is famous for its hand made Iznik tiles, set in a very wide variety of beautiful floral and geometric designs, which cover not only the facade of the porch but also the mihrab, minbar, walls, columns and on the facade of the porch outside.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Istiklal Caddesi, Istiklal Street Taksim Beyoglu, Istanbul Turkiye

Istiklal Street gives a great opportunity to experience the unique energy and spirit of Istanbul. The street boasts shops with every product imaginable, cafés and restaurants, live music, bars, historic cinemas, art galleries, consulate buildings, churches and much more.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Misir Carsisi (Spice Market), Rustem Pasa Mahallesi, Erzak Ambari Sok. No:92 Eminonu - Fatih, Istanbul 34116 Turkiye

Spice Market known as Egyptian Bazaar in Turkish is one of the oldest covered bazaar in Istanbul. During the Ottoman period It remained a hub of trade for centuries with goods brought in from the Anatolian heartland and former Ottoman dominions, from the Balkans to the Arabian Peninsula on sale. It is the best place to taste Turkish delights, various spices, nuts and dried fruits.

Duration: 45 minutes

Pass By: Eminonu Square Eminonu Square, Istanbul, Istanbul Turkiye

Historical Eminonu Square will be seen during tour.

Inclusions

  • Private tour for your family
  • Private guiding service by an expert tour guide
  • Skip the line priority to buy museum tickets

Exclusions

  • Lunch
  • Museum tickets
  • Public ferry tickets
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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