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Some cities reveal themselves slowly.
Istanbul is one of them.
The day begins beside the Golden Horn, where old city walls still stand and ferries cross waters that have carried merchants, sailors and travelers for centuries.
At the Spice Bazaar, the air is filled with the scent of tea, spices and Turkish delight. Locals hurry through narrow passages while visitors pause to take it all in.
Then comes the Bosphorus.
The boat glides between two continents. On one shore stands Europe, on the other Asia. Palaces, mosques, wooden waterfront houses and old fortresses pass by one after another. Istanbul looks different from the water—calmer, wider and somehow more timeless.
After lunch, the journey continues on the Asian side of the city.
Beylerbeyi Palace sits quietly beside the Bosphorus. Built as a summer residence for Ottoman sultans, it reflects a period when Istanbul looked both east and west at the same time.
Later, crossing the Bosphorus Bridge, you travel from one continent to another in only a few minutes. Few places in the world offer such a simple yet remarkable experience.
The day ends at Çamlıca Hill.
From here, Istanbul stretches to the horizon. Mosques, towers, ships and bridges share the same view. The Bosphorus winds through the city like a silver ribbon connecting two worlds.
This tour is for those who want to spend a day not only seeing Istanbul, but feeling how the city lives between sea, history and two continents.
The tour lasts approximately 8–9 hours. It usually starts around 9:00 AM and finishes at about 5:00 PM.
Please be ready at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before departure.
Yes. Entrance fees for the Bosphorus cruise and Beylerbeyi Palace are included. Personal expenses and optional purchases are not included.
The cruise is planned as part of the tour. However, severe weather conditions may require changes to the itinerary.
Food and drinks are not included during the Bosphorus cruise.
The tour includes walking and stairs at several locations. It may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility.
Yes. A professional English-speaking guide accompanies the group throughout the day.
A full refund is available for cancellations made at least 48 hours before the tour date.
Yes. Photography is welcome, but flash photography may not be permitted inside certain palace sections.
Smoking is not allowed on the vehicle or in enclosed public areas.
Comfortable shoes are recommended. Depending on the season, you may also wish to bring sunscreen, a hat, water, or a light jacket for the Bosphorus cruise.
Having some Turkish Lira can be useful for shopping, drinks, or personal expenses.
At the end of the day, guests are dropped off at their hotel or at a suitable point along the return route.
Yes, but as in any large city, please keep an eye on personal belongings, especially in busy places such as the Spice Bazaar, and follow your guide's recommendations throughout the tour.
The tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off, transportation, a Bosphorus cruise, a visit to Beylerbeyi Palace (or Dolmabahçe Palace when applicable), lunch, and the services of a professional English-speaking guide.
The tour takes approximately 8 to 9 hours, usually starting around 9:00 AM and finishing in the late afternoon.
You'll explore the Golden Horn, the Spice Bazaar, the Bosphorus, the Asian side of Istanbul, Beylerbeyi Palace, Çamlıca Hill, and several famous landmarks along the Bosphorus shoreline.
The cruise passes many of Istanbul's best-known waterfront landmarks, including Dolmabahçe Palace, Beylerbeyi Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Ottoman waterfront mansions, Çırağan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque and the historic Military High School.
Yes, lunch is included during the tour. Drinks are available for purchase separately.
Beylerbeyi Palace is the regular palace visit. In some cases, Dolmabahçe Palace may be included instead.
Yes. One of the highlights of the day is experiencing both continents and crossing the Bosphorus Bridge between them.
No. The tour does not operate on Mondays because Beylerbeyi Palace is closed.
The cruise is planned as part of the tour program. However, weather conditions on the Bosphorus may occasionally require adjustments.
The tour involves walking and stairs at several locations, so it may not be suitable for guests with mobility difficulties.
Comfortable shoes are recommended. Depending on the season, you may also wish to bring sunscreen, a hat, water or a light jacket for the Bosphorus cruise.
At the end of the day, guests are transferred back to their hotel or to a suitable nearby drop-off point.
Validity period
| Ticket type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult 12 > | € 70 |
| Child 06 > 11 | € 65 |
| Child 03 > 05 | € 35 |
| Child 00 > 02 | € 0 |
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Between the call of seagulls and the waters of the Bosphorus, Istanbul unfolds slowly. Sail between two continents, wander through the echoes of empires, stand in a palace by the sea, and watch the city fade into the horizon from Çamlıca Hill. A day shaped by water, history and light.
