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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 Koctas D GR   June 04, 2023
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We had a very enjoyable time with our guide and she made us truly feel like a family. We spent more on this tour, but it was worth it to have our own guide.
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Reviewed by Kirsty GB   June 03, 2023
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The guide was friendly and welcoming and knew so much about the city. I would book with this company again in a heartbeat as we really enjoyed it.
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Reviewed by FINBARR GB   June 02, 2023
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Excellent trip. very well organized. Our guide told us a lot of interesting information. He took care of us, in a very professional way. We had enough time to visit. Thank you very much for everything.
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Reviewed by Paula T GB   June 01, 2023
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We couldn't have asked for a more knowledgeable, curteous and enthusiastic tour guide than mine. Her explanations and descriptions were great, she answered all of our questions easily. We would love to have that guide. It was good experience.
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Reviewed by Katrina NZ   June 01, 2023
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Our guide was very helpful ,polite and knowledgeable person so i recommend him to Anyone.
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Reviewed by Alicja US   June 01, 2023
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It was our first time and we booked this tour as a friend had done it and recommended it. It was a great experience and we will surely go back to them the next time.
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Reviewed by Burton PA   May 31, 2023
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Great friendly guide who was extremely knowledgable. He didn't rush us at all and allowed plenty of time for photos. He was very patient with our questions. This tour definitely fulfilled my expectations. Thank you.
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Reviewed by SP NO   May 31, 2023
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I completed this tour. I can say is wow! Our tour guide made this day so enjoyable and relaxed would highly recommend to anyone! Very affordable also
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Reviewed by M Marchand FR   May 31, 2023
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I had a great time on this tour. My mother and I went on this tour and had a wonderful experience. Our tour guide was absolutely wonderful! She was so knowledgeable throughout the entire tour and was able to answer any additional questions we had. She is energetic, able to project so everyone can hear, helps groups take pictures together and balances perfectly the time she spends talking with the time given for participants to freely explore. Would absolutely tour again!
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Reviewed by Randi van Driel NL   May 31, 2023
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Five stars for this tour. The tour included an expert guide who was very friendly. This tour allowed us to see the most interesting sights and I have to mention our guide again, she went out of her way to make sure that she looked after us. Thank you so much.
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