Istanbul Balat Tour by Cable Car and Boat

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover Istanbul in one day with this beautiful tour. Enjoy a relaxing Bosphorus cruise and see the city from the water while sailing between Europe and Asia. You will see famous landmarks, bridges, mosques, and houses along the shore.

Then walk through the colorful streets of Balat, take great photos, and enjoy the local atmosphere. Visit Eyüp Sultan Mosque and feel its peaceful and spiritual place.

After that, take a cable car up to Pierre Loti Hill and enjoy amazing views over the Golden Horn.

This tour is a perfect mix of sightseeing, culture, and great views of Istanbul.

What's Included

Bosphorus Boat Ticket
Eyup Sultan Mosque
Professional English Speaking Licenced Guide
Cable Car Ticket
Pick Up and Drop Off ( If selected option)
Personel Expenses
Food And Drinks

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We offer both hotel pick-up and a central meeting point option for our guests. Travelers staying in selected areas can be picked up directly from their hotel. Alternatively, guests can meet us at the designated meeting point in front of Buhara 93 Restaurant, where our guide will be waiting. Detailed pick-up information and timing will be shared after booking.

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Meeting point
Buhara 93 Restaurant

Buhara 93 Restaurant is located in Sultanahmet, within walking distance of the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. If you are in Sultanahmet Square, walk towards the Blue Mosque and continue into the small streets behind it. You can also use Google Maps by searching Buhara 93 Restaurant.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Bosphorus Strait

    During the Bosphorus cruise, you will sail between two continents and enjoy breathtaking views of Istanbul’s skyline. Along the way, you will see magnificent palaces, historic fortresses, elegant mosques, and charming waterfront houses, all from a unique perspective on the water

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Pierre Loti Tepesi

    Pierre Loti Hill is one of the most famous viewpoints in Istanbul, offering breathtaking panoramic views over the Golden Horn.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Istanbul Cable Car

    The Pierre Loti Cable Car (Eyüp Teleferik) is a short but scenic ride that takes you from the Eyüp area up to Pierre Loti Hill, offering stunning views over the Golden Horn.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Eyüp Sultan Mosque is one of the most sacred and historically significant sites in Istanbul, attracting both locals and visitors for its spiritual atmosphere.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Balat

    Continue your tour through the vibrant heart of Fener & Balat, the Istanbul’s most colorful neighborhood. Once home to diverse communities including Ottoman Orthodox Greeks, Jews and Armenians, these districts reflect a rich cultural mosaic. Discover their most iconic landmarks, where centuries of history, religion and architecture come together in a unique atmosphere.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Travel with Nehir

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Trolley Tours
Water Tours
Cable Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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