Bosphorus Cruise, Spice Market and Dolmabahce Palace Tour

Highlights of Bosphorus Cruise, Spice Market and Dolmabahce Palace Tour

• Dolmacahce Palace
• Spice Market
• Bosphorus Cruise

Dolmabahçe Palace is a beautiful royal residence located by the Bosphorus in Istanbul. It was built between 1843 and 1856 during the rule of Sultan Abdülmecid I and later became the main office of the Ottoman Empire. The palace covers a large area of 45,000 square meters and combines Ottoman and European architectural styles, including Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical design elements.

 The Ceremonial Hall houses the largest Bohemian crystal chandelier in the world. Its extravagant interiors include gold-plated ceilings, detailed wooden floors, and luxurious furniture.

Dolmabahçe Palace is also historically important as the place where Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of modern Turkey, spent his last days in 1938. The palace symbolizes the final splendor of the empire and remains a significant cultural and historical site in Turkey.

A Bosphorus Cruise lets you see Istanbul from its famous waterway, where Europe meets Asia. As you sail along the Bosphorus Strait, you'll pass by beautiful sights like Dolmabahçe Palace, Rumeli Fortress, and the impressive Bosphorus Bridge. The cruise also offers fantastic views of traditional wooden Ottoman houses (yalıs), charming waterfront neighborhoods, and the green hills alongside the strait.

The Spice Market, also called the Egyptian Bazaar (Mısır Çarşısı), is one of Istanbul's liveliest and oldest markets. Located in the Eminönü district by the Golden Horn, it was built in the 17th century as part of the Yeni Mosque. The market got its name from the exotic spices from Egypt during the Ottoman Empire.

The Spice Market is a busy marketplace packed with vibrant stalls brimming with spices, dried fruits, nuts, teas, and Turkish delights. You can also find local favorites like honey, olive oil soaps, and fabulous handmade souvenirs.

Bosphorus Cruise, Spice Market, and Dolmabahce Palace Tour

• We will meet you at your hotel in the morning and drive to Dolmabahce Palace. This palace is the royal residence of Ottoman Sultans, combining Ottoman and European Architecture. With its amazing decorations, including the biggest chandelier in the world, and views, it is a must-visit spot for travelers.
• Afterward, we will visit the Spice Market. You can find delicious fruit, nuts, desserts, and many other local products in this ancient marketplace.
• We will take a cruise along the straights of the Bosphorus, exploring the city from a different point of view. During this cruise, you can see old wooden Ottoman mansions and landmarks such as Dolmabahce Palace, Topkapi Palace, and Ciragan Palace.
• We will drive you back to your hotel at the end of the tour.