COMBO: Basilica Cistern + Dolmabahce Palace

— Solid experience, well run

Hazel P., 🇸🇬 Singapore — May 2026

“COMBO: Basilica Cistern + Dolmabahce Palace was well-organised and the content was genuinely interesting. A great use of our afternoon in Istanbul.”

— Good but room to improve

Anna T., 🇲🇽 Mexico — April 2026

“The booking process was smooth and cOMBO: Basilica Cistern + Dolmabahce Palace is a decent experience overall. A few small things felt a bit rushed but nothing that spoiled the day. Glad we did not miss it.”

— Best guide we have ever had

Violet N., 🇪🇸 Spain — December 2025

“We booked this on a whim and the guide was passionate, funny, and endlessly informative. I learned things about Istanbul I never knew.”

— Really enjoyable overall

William R., 🇮🇳 India — October 2025

“We had a great time with COMBO: Basilica Cistern + Dolmabahce Palace and would definitely recommend it. A couple of very small organisational hiccups but nothing major. Would book again in a heartbeat.”

— Comfortable and well-paced

Sebastian E., 🇦🇺 Australia — August 2025

“The booking process was smooth and the pace of COMBO: Basilica Cistern + Dolmabahce Palace was just right — never rushed but never dragging.”

— A must for first-timers

Luke Y., 🇪🇸 Spain — June 2025

“We almost skipped this but if it is your first time in Istanbul, start with COMBO: Basilica Cistern + Dolmabahce Palace. You will understand the city so much better afterwards.”