Istanbul: Dolmabahce Palace and Grand Bazaar Tour
ID: GYG49353-66570
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Follow in the footsteps of the Ottoman sultans on a 4-hour sightseeing tour of Dolmabahce Palace in Istanbul. Learn about the administration of the late Ottoman Empire. Then, wander among the trinkets and decorative carpets of the Grand Bazaar.
Learn all you need to know about the Ottoman Empire on a half-day tour of Dolmabahce Palace, beautifully situated on the banks of the Bosphorus Strait in the Beşiktaş district of Istanbul.
Built in the 19th century on an old bay of the Bosphorus where the Ottoman fleet would anchor, the palace was the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire and home to the last of the sultans.
A licensed guide will take you on a tour of the palace complex, explaining its history and function. Hear annecdotes about a youthful Ataturk, father of the Turkish Republic, and how he would welcome foreign guests for international conferences and other state functions.
Continue to the Grand Bazaar to discover one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. Haggle with the vendors for bargain carpets, jewelry, leather work and other souvenirs, before the transfer back to your hotel.
Highlights
- Follow in the footsteps of the last of the Ottoman sultans
- Explore the ornate architecture of Dolmabahce Palace
- Experience the culture of Turkey up-close at the Grand Bazaar
- Haggle for bargain souvenirs in one of the world's oldest covered markets
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Pick-up is done from hotels in central areas on the European side of Istanbul. At the time of booking provide your hotel name and location. You will receive email with pick-up details.
• Please wear comfortable shoes, and bring a hat and your camera
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Pick-up from your hotel in Istanbul available on request
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
