İSTANBUL Half-day Afternoon Old City and Bosphorus Tour
Duration
5 hour(s)
Languages
English
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Included
Exterior visit to the iconic Hagia Sophia Mosque
Explore the historic Hippodrome, German Fountain, and Blue Mosque
Walk through Topkapi Palace grounds and learn its rich history
Experience local culture at the vibrant Spice Bazaar
€ 80
€ 73.60
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Discover the very best of Istanbul on a comprehensive and enriching tour that seamlessly combines history, culture, and breathtaking scenery. Your experience begins with exterior visits to the city’s most legendary landmarks, including the magnificent Hagia Sophia Mosque, the ancient Hippodrome, the elegant German Fountain, and the iconic Blue Mosque. As you walk through these historic sites, your expert English-speaking guide will share fascinating stories and insights that bring centuries of Byzantine and Ottoman history to life. You will also stroll through the grounds of Topkapi Palace, once the residence of Ottoman sultans, gaining a deeper understanding of royal life and imperial traditions.
The tour continues with a visit to the lively Spice Bazaar, where vibrant colors, exotic aromas, and local products reflect Istanbul’s rich trading heritage. After savoring a high-quality Turkish lunch complete with dessert and a soft drink, unwind on a relaxing 2-hour Bosphorus Cruise, offering spectacular views of palaces, mosques, and bridges as you sail between Europe and Asia. Designed for comfort and ease, the tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, free Wi-Fi, and hot drinks served on board. This carefully crafted experience is ideal for travelers who want to explore Istanbul’s highlights, flavors, and landscapes in one memorable and well-paced day.
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Wear comfortable walking shoes
Modest dress recommended for mosque areas
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Customer Reviews
Urooj
Our Bosphorus tour was absolutely amazing. We thoroughly enjoyed every moment the dervish performance, the variety of songs from different countries, all sung by a great artist, the delicious food, and of course the stunning views. It was truly a wonderful experience. However, I want to share something important for people who are planning to go. There was a photographer taking pictures of everyone, and they didn't mention whether the photos were free or paid. At the end of the tour, they handed us a photo book filled with our pictures and asked for 200 to 300 lira. So please be careful if you don't want to spend this kind of money, make sure you tell them from the beginning not to take your pictures. My husband and I told them that they should inform guests beforehand if there is a charge, but some of them made a big fuss about it, which wasn't pleasant. To avoid spoiling your trip, just say no to the photos if you aren't interested.
annette
Great food, lovely ship, good DJ, great host. Altogether a great evening. The entertainment was fantastic. Highly recommended
Azizur
Private tour with family the crew were friendly I found the captain knowledgeable and was able to give some brief history of some buildings along Bosporus. Booking and communication was efficient and found it professional. Family enjoyed the tour, got accurate location to where it get the yacht from.
Mutasem
A cruise along the Bosphorus is one of the best ways to see the city from a different angle. You pass palaces, mosques, old wooden houses, and modern bridges all in one ride. Whether you do a short public ferry or a longer sunset cruise, the views are stunning—especially with tea in hand. It’s relaxing, scenic, and gives you a real sense of how Istanbul connects two continents. You can use your Istanbul card for go from one place to another, or visit the Prince’s islands for a longer tour in the Sea of Marmara.
zunaira
I recently experienced the Bosphorus cruise “Seremoni.” The performances were entertaining and added great energy to the evening. However, the food quality was disappointing and the customer service was just average. Overall, it was a good experience, but with some improvements—especially in dining and service—it could be much better.