Dolmabahce Palace is the last residence for Ottoman Sultans with 365 rooms and 22 saloons. It is famous for its great collection of European antiquity, furniture and 4.5 ton chandelier. Dolmabahce Palace, a blend of various European architectural styles, was built between 1843-1856 by Karabet Balyan, the court architect of Sultan Abdulmecid. The three-storied palace built on a symmetrical plan has 285 rooms and 43 halls. The palace has survived intact with its original decorations, furniture and the silk carpets and curtains. It surpasses all other palaces in the world in wealth and magnificence.
Ortakoy is one of the most interesting district of Istanbul it is located almost in the middle of Bosforus where you can enjoy to pass by during boat trips.
Bosphorus Bridge is a unique chance to step from one continent (Asia) to another (Europe),This is a İntercontinental suspension bridge
this is our travel agency where we will meet the participants who wants to come to join to our tour.
A very old Historical Spice Bazaar from Ottoman Empire Period which is still active
Istanbul Bosphorus And Two Continents Tour
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Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Duration: 6 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
08:30 AM Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this timeHotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time... read more
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Return Details :
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
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Cancellation Policy : This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
Discover the wonders of the Asian and European sides of Istanbul by land and sea on this full-day tour. In the morning, sail under the Bosphorus Bridge passing Ortaky Mosque and Dolmabahe Palace. After lunch (meal included), hop in a car to further explore both sides of the city. Discover quaint neighborhoods and learn the history of this fascinating city. Finally, cross the intercontinental Bosphorus bridge to the Asian side where you'll see some off-the-beaten-path parts of town and even get a perfect panoramic view of the city.
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Itinerary:
Dolmabahce Palace is the last residence for Ottoman Sultans with 365 rooms and 22 saloons. It is famous for its great collection of European antiquity, furniture and 4.5 ton chandelier. Dolmabahce Palace, a blend of various European architectural styles, was built between 1843-1856 by Karabet Balyan, the court architect of Sultan Abdulmecid. The three-storied palace built on a symmetrical plan has 285 rooms and 43 halls. The palace has survived intact with its original decorations, furniture and the silk carpets and curtains. It surpasses all other palaces in the world in wealth and magnificence.
Ortakoy is one of the most interesting district of Istanbul it is located almost in the middle of Bosforus where you can enjoy to pass by during boat trips.
Bosphorus Bridge is a unique chance to step from one continent (Asia) to another (Europe),This is a İntercontinental suspension bridge
this is our travel agency where we will meet the participants who wants to come to join to our tour.
A very old Historical Spice Bazaar from Ottoman Empire Period which is still active
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- 3-course lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Live commentary on board
Exclusions
- Drinks
- Gratuities
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Traveler Reviews
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After two days of walking tours, it was nice to have a private bus (for our tour group) shuttle us around for the day. Our tour guide was fantastic and we learned a lot of Turkish history from him. He also had the perfect mix of guiding and explaining vs giving us time to ourselves to look and discuss on our own. All in all, a very nice day.
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Un guía excelente, explicó cada detalle que consultamos. Nos sugiero los mejores sitios para tomar fotografías. Una experiencia inolvidable.
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An excellent night boat cruise with dinner (&alcohol) and entertainment included. Very polite staff, good programme, scheduled comfortable transfer from and to the hotel. Absolutely good value for the money. All arranged by Mr Emre and his agency colleagues, excellent job!
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Emre ist ein sehr guter Reiseführer. Mit seiner freundlichen Art und mit viel Motivation verstand er es, uns die Highlights dieser Tour näher zu bringen. Wir empfehlen ihn gern weiter.
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Nous étions quatre et avons été enchantés de notre guide Emre. J ai apprécié la prise de contact avant notre venue. Guide agréable et professionnel Français parlé parfaitement bien. Je recommande.
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We spent Wonderful time with Mr. Emre , he has good knowledge about Istanbul history and provided excellent service to my family. We were 8 people. Good personality. (boat tour + cable car + lunch).. also it was a sunny day, all the family had enjoyed it.
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Bismillah It was our great holiday and tour in Turki with Mr Emre Önal was our tour guide. We went to see beautiful Bursa and it’s beautiful snowy mountain. We cruised the strait of Bosporus up to Buyukada. Staying in Istanbul was also a great chance to visit historic sites of Anatolia, including Blue Mosque, and its surrounding area. We also went to visit a great history site of Abu Ayoub Al Anshari. Spices market, grand market were among other places that were so enjoyable we have visited. Turki keeps a lot of beautiful and historical sites to visit. We also went to Kayseri, Cappadocia and had opportunity to visit our Australian friend living in Nevsheher. In general, Turki is very beautiful, the creativity of it people. The Turkish people were very welcoming by offering us with different democratic choices of tea, black tea, apple tea, etc. Love to come back one day Alhamdulillah
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Emre and his team are awesome. They were professional, flexible and reliable. I booked a group tour for my family and friends as part of my wedding weekend. We had 40 guests and they all had an amazing time. The buses were clean and the tour was exceptional. I would recommend them a 100 times!!! Don’t hesitate, send Emre a message and book the tour!!
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Journée fantastique avec notre guide Mr Emre Önal, riche de connaissances et d’un français parfait. Nous avons découvert le marché égyptien, juste avant de nous embarquer pour une superbe croisière de presque 2h sur le Bosphore, en longeant les 2 rives d’Istanbul. Puis déjeuner un excellent restaurant très colorés, dont j’ai oublié le nom ( restaurant Kybele).Nous sommes allés ensuite du côté asiatique, pour un vue panoramique imprenable sur les 2 continents ! Journée dense et inoubliable avec un guide incomparable ! À faire absolument !!
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Boat ride was great . Lunch was incredible . Other stops were just average . It could have included a major sight like Grand bazaar or the Sofya
