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Combo (Save 26%): Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Show + Dolmabahce Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets

Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish show, Istanbul skyline and illuminated bridge in background.

Save on 2 Istanbul must-dos! Enjoy a Bosphorus dinner cruise with unlimited drinks and skip lines to Dolmabahce Palace, ideal for culture vultures.

Highlights

Immerse yourself in Turkish culture on a 3-hour Bosphorus dinner cruise, while enjoying live folk dances and a whirling dervish show.
Savor endless soft drinks alongside a Mezze feast of fresh fava beans, tomato paste, dolmas, grilled fish, or chicken on the cruise.
Skip the lines to explore Dolmabahce Palace, marveling at the world's largest crystal chandelier and gold leaf-decorated ceremonial halls.
Learn about the palace's European-influenced design and the gifted Hereke carpets woven from wool and camel hair from the audio guide.
Fun fact: Dolmabahce Palace is massive with 285 rooms, including 6 hammams, a sign of the Ottomans' appreciation for bathing culture and relaxation.

Inclusions

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

3-hour Bosphorus cruise
3-course dinner (menu here)
Unlimited soft drinks
Turkish night & live entertainment
Free Wi-Fi on board
Private & reserved table

Dolmabahce Palace

Skip-the-line entry to Dolmabahce Palace
Audio guide in English, German, Russian, Italian, Spanish, French, Polish, Arabic, Chinese, and Turkish
Entry to Harem section
Entry to the Painting Museum

Exclusions

Dolmabahce Palace

Entry to Clock Museum

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Reviews

4.5

1.6K ratings

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4/5

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Ubaid

3/5

Nov, 2024

Everything was good but they took picture of you without telling and than put album on your table and ask 44000 TL for few pictures and i personally feel harrashed and ashamed because its embarrasing.

Francisco

4/5

Oct, 2024

The Palace is a marvel, too bad they don't let you take pictures to have a souvenir. By the way, I took the tickets 5 minutes before entering and very well.

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Ariadni

5/5

Oct, 2024

With the electronic tickets we had very easy access to the palace. The tour through the audio system was excellent. We spent 4 wonderful hours in Dolmabache. Amazing cafe to relax in the palace gardens. No photos allowed inside.

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Mira

4/5

Oct, 2024

Our cruise was at night and with dinner included. The cruise was very nice - I wss worried I would get seasick but the boat was steady enough. I only wish there was some information or a self guide about the places that we could see outside the window. The dinner was good with a couple of chices for the main course, although, none vegetarian ones. The one thing that was not quite okay wss the price of the beverage - a glass of wine cost 500 TRy!!! And intially we weren't advised of those. And when we asked for the bill we were told it was 400 TRY, so we had to bargain for that price to be applied - which is still a lot!! Everything else, including the program, was very nice and enjoyable!

Juan

3/5

Oct, 2024

The palace is very impressive. Of incredible richness and magnitude. Something to improve: the toilets, few and very dirty. They do not match the environment. There is an image of poor management by those in charge.

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Your experience

This combo ticket packs a double punch for less, including a Bosphorus dinner cruise and priority access to the Dolmabahce Palace.

A Turkish evening on the Bosphorus

Set sail on the Bosphorus, taking in sights like the Dolmabahce Palace, Bosphorus Bridge, and Maiden's Tower. Immerse in Turkey's rich culture with entertainment like the traditional sword and shield folk dance and the Kafkas Circassian dances. Later, a belly dancer takes the stage, and a live DJ keeps the party going as you indulge in a Turkish feast. Savor local specialties like fava bean dip with strawberries, tangy tomato paste, and dolmas. To quench your thirst, enjoy unlimited soft drinks throughout the evening cruise.

A glimpse into Ottoman royalty at Dolmabahce

Meet a representative at Dolmabahce Palace Gardens for a quick highlights tour and get skip-the-line entry into the palace. Notice the blend of Ottoman and European styles, with intricate gold leaf details adorning the ceilings. Gaze up at the world's largest crystal chandelier, gifted by Queen Victoria to the Ottomans. Don't miss the Crystal Staircase, crafted from Baccarat crystal, brass, and mahogany. With an audio guide, hear the stories behind the palace's history. Visit the National Painting Museum, showcasing the large collection of Ottoman-era oil paintings. Then, explore the harem section, the private quarters of the Sultan adorned with plush handmade camel hair carpets and mother-of-pearl inlaid furniture.

Operating hours

Dolmabache Palace

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday	09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday	09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday	09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday	09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday	09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Know before you go

What to bring

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Dolmabahce Palace

Have your visa, ID, and passport ready for a seamless experience.

Dolmabahce Palace

Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.
Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.

What's not allowed

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Smoking is not allowed on board the cruise.

Additional Information

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

Dietary needs such as vegetarian, pescetarian, and halal can be accommodated.
Languages spoken on board are English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Dutch, and Russian.
This experience is weather-dependent. An alternative date or a full refund is provided if the activity is canceled due to inclement weather.

Dolmabahce Palace

A representative will ensure your entry to Dolmabahce Palace, after which you're free to explore at your own pace.
A refundable cash deposit and your ID are required to acquire the audio guide.
Keep in mind that Dolmabahce Palace has adjusted hours during winter (Nov 1 - Mar 31), opening around 9am and closing around 4pm.
While you'll breeze past ticket lines, security checks are required. Allow wait times up to 30 minutes during peak season.