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Bosphorus & Istanbul Roots Tour
Discover the two captivating sides of Istanbul—by water and by land—on this immersive tour that blends history, culture, and stunning scenery.
✨ Tour Highlights:
Bosphorus Cruise – Board a boat and glide along this legendary strait, taking in views of the opulent Dolmabahce Palace and the charming, solitary Maiden’s Tower.
City Exploration by Bus – Journey through Istanbul’s streets and neighborhoods, tracing the roots of this vibrant city and uncovering its rich, layered history.
Experience Istanbul like never before, combining breathtaking landscapes, architectural wonders, and cultural stories in a single unforgettable tour.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Tour starts at 13:00 and we have free pick up services from city center hotels between 12:45 - 13:00 Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation. Please note: When reconfirming your booking, your local supplier will advise you on alternative meeting points for hotels which are not accessible Please advise your hotel details for free pick up
Itinerary
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1Bosphorus Cruise
Guests will see Istanbul and highlights of Bosphorus from the boat Bosphorus Cruise on private boat, through the waterway separating the two continents, Europe and Asia, with a possibility to take photographs of marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman architecture besides modern residentials and luxurious apartments.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Pierre Loti Tepesi
Guests will see the Golden Horn from the best view and take a cable car ride down to their return buses
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Halic (Pass by)
Will see the the best part of Goldenhorn and city walls from tour buses Golden Horn, the arm of the Bosphorus and a natural harbour of the historical peninsula separating the old and the new parts of İstanbul where the first colonies settled during the Byzantines. The residential area for Byzantine Jews, Italian traders and other non-muslim minorities. Drive along the traces of history at Balat viewing Metal Church of St. Stephen the Bulgarian, Jewish Hospital (Or-Ahayim), Fener Orthodox Patriarchate and 22 kms. long Byzantine City Walls, strongest fortification of the middle age
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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