Pick-up from the Hotel Begin your day with a comfortable pick-up from your hotel in Istanbul and drive to Dolmabahçe Palace.
Dolmabahçe Palace Tour Visit the magnificent Dolmabahçe Palace, built in the 19th century by Sultan Abdülmecid I. This lavish imperial palace served as the main administrative center of the Ottoman Empire. Admire the grand crystal staircase, Bohemian chandeliers, elegant salons, and the breathtaking Ceremonial Hall.
Highlights: Crystal Staircase Main Ceremonial Hall Atatürk’s Room Bosphorus waterfront views * Photography not allowed inside (except in the garden)
Short Break / Optional Lunch Enjoy a coffee or tea break at a nearby café or choose an optional lunch at a Bosphorus-side restaurant before continuing to your next stop.
Panorama 1453 Historical Museum After lunch, continue to the Panorama 1453 Museum, an immersive 360-degree museum experience that takes you back to the Conquest of Constantinople by Sultan Mehmed II in 1453. With realistic sound effects and a massive panoramic painting, you’ll feel as if you’re standing right in the heart of the battlefield.
Highlights: 360-degree panoramic painting Realistic soundscape & visuals Historical displays and artifacts Learn about the fall of Constantinople and the rise of the Ottoman Empire
Return to Hotel After the tour, return to your hotel with unforgettable memories of Istanbul’s Ottoman and Byzantine heritage.
Included In Tour
All Inclusive
*Hotel pick-up & drop-off
*Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
*Entrance tickets to Dolmabahçe Palace & Panorama 1453
