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The Bosphorus Cruise Tour from Istanbul

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Duration: 5 to 6 hours
Product code: 2246
Overview

You will be collected from your Istanbul hotel to spend a half-day on this unique Bosphorus Boat Tour. Drive to the Golden Horn which has played an essential role in the development of Istanbul and the inlet separates the shore into two.

You will explore the Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar), where the air is full of enticing aromas. Choose to purchase cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and any other herb and spice you can think of.

Then start your tour by boat along the waterway that separates Europe and Asia. The shore is lined with palaces of marble, old wooden villas, fortresses, and charming fishing villages.

During the tour, you will sail past the grand Dolmabahce Palace, the parks and imperial pavillions of Yildiz Palace. On the coastal edge of this park, you will find Ciragan Palace where 300 meters of marble facade faces the shore.

At Ortakoy a significant number of artists gather every Sunday to display their work along the street. Ortakoy is also a symbol of religious tolerance with a mosque, a church and a synagogue that have existed side by side for many centuries.

You will also see the Rumeli Fortress (From the Sea, No Interior Visit) which is one of the most stunning works of military architecture. Afterwards, you will return to your hotel or choose to do some sightseeing at your own pace.

Highlights
  • Visit the Spice Bazaar where the air is filled with the enticing aromas
  • Pass the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace, parks and imperial pavilions of Yildiz Palace
  • Visit Ortakoy, a symbol of tolerance with a church, a mosque and a synagogue existing side by side for centuries
  • See the Rumeli Fortress, one of the most beautiful works of military architecture
Good to Know
  • Scheduling Scheduling: Shared Tour
  • Languages offered on the Activity / TourLanguages offered on the Activity / Tour: English
  • Duration Duration: 5 to 6 hours
  • Skip the Line Skip the Line
  • Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Pick-up service Pick-up service
    Pick up from Istanbul City Center ,Istanbul Airport , Istanbul Hotels.
  • Easy Cancellation Easy Cancellation
    There is no cancellation fee once Customers Cancel at least 7 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
    There is 50% cancellation fee for Customers to Cancel 3 and 6 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
    There is 100% cancellation fee for Customers to Cancel 2 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Inclusions
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Boat ticket
  • Parking fees
Exclusions
  • Personal Expenses
  • Gratuities (Optional)
  • Other services not mentioned
  • Food and drink
Pickup and Drop-off
Pick up from Istanbul city centre hotels. Pick up time will be disclosed upon confirmation of your booking.

Know Before You Go
  • As it will be very hot in the summer days we recommend you to bring an umbrella or a hat with you. Sun protection cream is important during the summer.
  • Please be waiting in your hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to pick up.
  • We recommend you wear comfortable footwear suitable for walking.
  • Subject to availability.
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Reviewed by Michal HK   May 13, 2023
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Our guide's knowledge of the city, its history, architecture, and art was excellent. She was very personable and made the tour very interesting and highly entertaining. This tour is one of the most enjoyable things we've done. We would recommend it to anyone.
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Reviewed by Evelyn GB   May 13, 2023
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Our tour guide did a fantastic guide showing us around everything! Very knowledgeable and lively! Thanks.
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Reviewed by TP31 NO   May 13, 2023
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The best was our guide for the day .. I have taken many, many tours over the years and the way My guide and company worked ,combined. It's more than fantastic,world class !!!
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Reviewed by Kohli IN   May 12, 2023
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The tour guide was very knowledgeable and had a lot of information. She was so helpful, kind and accomodating and incredibly knowledgeable. We learnt so much from her and she answered all our questions with such passion and enthusiasm. We really were blown away with how much she knew about the history of the amazing city. She made this moment such a special occasion, she allowed us to take our time and even took photos which we will treasure forever. I highly recommend !
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Reviewed by Ling S JP   May 12, 2023
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a guide who really made us all welcome. She was the perfect group leader and the guide was very knowledgeable. Thank you very much for everything.
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Reviewed by redsoxfan US   May 12, 2023
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Tha day was excellent because Our guide was very good, professional and friendly. I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to have this amazing tour!!!
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Reviewed by JULIE O US   May 12, 2023
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It was so beautiful. Lovely way to spend the day, I would recommend anyone to do this!!
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Reviewed by Marleen BE   May 12, 2023
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A MUST DO!! The guide made this trip even better with his vast amount of knowledge. Thank you for looking after us and will highly recommend your company to our friends.
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Reviewed by A Soyodoo KR   May 12, 2023
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Our guide took time to explain everything in detail and never rushed us. He was really good with our 8 year old twins and kept them engaged during tour. Would highly recommend him. He also knew how to take amazing pictures!
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Reviewed by Robert TH   May 12, 2023
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By far this was my favorite tour company of all the time. Would highly recommend them.
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