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Walk through the quiet underground of the Basilica Cistern and see ancient columns and Greek mythology’s infamous Medusa heads.
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Enjoy a relaxing 90-minute cruise along the Bosphorus strait with views of the Dolmabahce palace, Ortakoy Mosque, Galata Tower, and the Bosphorus bridges.
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Skip entry lines at both landmarks, and use the 5+ language audio guide to learn interesting facts and stories as you explore.
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Basilica Cistern
- Skip-the-line entry
- A Headset, and a downloadable audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian, and Turkish
Bosphorus Cruise
- Skip-the-line entry at the pier
- 90-minute cruise along the strait
- Downloadable audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Arabic, Turkish, Russian, Italian, Polish and Chinese
- Meet & greet with a marine officer
- Bosphorus cruise map
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Juan
Jun, 2025Verified booking
The architecture of the basilica cistern is amazingly beautiful, very well lit and with a well organized traffic. It has generously met my expectations. But the number of visitors per shift or hour should be reduced.
Ashokkumar
May, 2025Verified booking
Tickets were easy to book, great instructions and saved a lot if time by not queuing. In terms of the sites they were really good to see and understand the history behind it. Great addition to our Istanbul trip.
Plamena
Apr, 2025Verified booking
Easy to book. Very clear instructions from the guide in Topkapi, which helps not to miss the Harem and the incredible collections. Jump the queue ticket saved us waiting hours to enter. The experience in Topkapi, Hagia Sophia and Balisica were totally different and absolutely awesome.
Martin
Apr, 2025Verified booking
We made a combined booking with Fastlane. For Hagia Sophia and Cisterna Basilica, the tickets we sent were immediately our valid tickets. Worked perfectly. Both sights were very beautiful and interesting. At Hagia Sophia, as a non-Muslim you "only" get to the first level and can look down into the whole mosque. Also very impressive, but not really explained beforehand. At the Topkapi Palace there was only one reservation in the mailing, which is easy to overlook, and we only noticed in front of gate 2 (where you need real tickets). We then had to go back to an agency outside Gate 1 so that we could finally get in with a tour lady. It worked but with a certain loss of time. The palace itself was huge and very beautiful. Be sure to book a ticket with harem access (as we had), this part is the highlight of the palace. All in all, a great day with lots of wonderful impressions.Victoria
Jun, 2025Verified booking
Made such a difference avoiding the long queues and getting there relatively early was the wa right call
Cover the undergrounds and the waters of Istanbul with a single combo ticket that grants you skip-the-line access at both locations, and multilingual audio guides.
Getting Started
Have your tickets ready—either printed or on your device—and make sure to download the audio guides in advance. Wear a light jacket, comfortable shoes, and bring water bottles as both experiences involve walking around.
Basilica Cistern
Spend some time walking into Istanbul’s underground world with skip-the-line entry amidst its stone columns, reused from Roman temples. Look out for the iconic Medusa heads tucked away at the far end and learn their mythological significance from your audio guide.
Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise
Explore the highlights between Europe and Asia on a 90-minute cruise along the Bosphorus Strait. Skip the lines at the pier, meet your marine officer, and head straight to the upper deck for the best views of Istanbul’s iconic landmarks—including Dolmabahce Palace, Ortakoy Mosque, Galata Tower, and the Bosphorus bridges.
What to bring
Basilica Cistern:
- Old-school, wired earphones work best in the Basilica Cistern.
- Dress snug in warm layers. The undergrounds can get very cold at times, so make sure you bring along a light jacket or sweater.
- Download the audio app beforehand to avoid any network glitches at the location.
Bosphorus Cruise:
- The cruise is held in all weather conditions and can get windy on the water. Make sure you bring a light jacket or sweater.
What’s not allowed
Basilica Cistern
- Flash photography is not allowed, as it disrupts the lighting and other visitors.
- Tripods and selfie sticks are prohibited due to space and safety concerns.
Bosphorus cruise
- Large bags are not allowed on the boat, so it’s best to bring only what you can comfortably carry.
- Selfie sticks are prohibited due to limited space and safety concerns.
Accessibility
Basilica Cistern
- The entrance has a ramp, and a wheelchair platform lift is available at the exit on Alemdar Street.
- Some parts of the Basilica Cistern have uneven floors. Keep this in mind if you are a visitor with mobility difficulties.
Bosphorus cruise
- The cruise is partially wheelchair accessible, but it’s recommended to contact in advance for special arrangements, as there may be limitations due to the boat’s design.
Additional information
Basilica Cistern
- Your ticket allows you to skip the ticket queue, but all visitors must go through a security check. During the peak summer season ( June to August) this can take up to 30 minutes, so plan accordingly.
- Ensure your device has Android version 10 or later to use the audio guide.
- Arrive early in the morning or visit in the evening to avoid crowds from cruise ship tours.
Bosphorus cruise
- The cruise departs near tram line no. 1 and the funicular, just steps from Dolmabahce Palace. Look for the Istanbul Welcome Card ticket window behind the red petrol station.
- The Bosphorus cruise boats depart every hour. Arrive at least 15 to 20 minutes early to avoid rushing and settle in comfortably.
- Ensure your device has Android 10 or later and download the audio guide before arriving at the Bosphorus pier to save time.
- For the best views, head to the upper deck for an unobstructed look at Istanbul’s landmarks.
- Early mornings or late afternoons provide the best lighting for photos along the Bosphorus.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption points.
Ticket redemption points
- Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.
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