Istanbul Highlights Bosphorus Stops 1 +2 (Europe + Asia)

4.4
(118 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

We strongly advise you our Whirling Dervish Ceremony: Go on a Spiritual Journey Half Day Tour in order to enrich your Istanbul holiday!

- Start the day with Spice Bazaar, listen to the miracle of the herbs and taste delicious Turkish delights here.
- Crossing from Besiktas to Uskudar by boat and have lunch here in a local restaurant.
- In the afternoon, visit the famous mosques of Uskudar district. Start with Semsi Pasha Mosque from 16th century, designed by Ottoman imperial architect Mimar Sinan.
- Continue with Yeni Valide Mosque from 18th century.
- The last mosque we see here is another masterpiece of Mimar Sinan, Mihrimah Sultan Mosque.
- Before crossing back to European side by boat, we visit local Fish Market.
- And finally, last stop of the day is Dolmabahce Palace. We will also visit Harem of Dolmabahce Palace.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bosphorus Cruise
Roundtrip boat transfer between European& Asian Side
Dolmabahce Palace entrance fee
English speaking licenced & professional guide
Personal expenses
Beverages in lunch

Meeting and pickup

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

Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off from centrally located Istanbul hotels.

OR
Meeting point
Egyptian Bazaar
End point
Dolmabahçe Palace

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • Halic (Pass by)

    We drive on the southern shores of Golden Horn that makes this tour unique. Churches, mosques, Byzantine city walls, mousoleums to see enroute.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)

    This Bazaar is a historical place to visit that is still use for purchasing spices, turkish coffee, herbs etc.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Bosphorus Strait

    Bosphorus Strait is the hoghlight of Istanbul. We spent 90 minutes on the boat but we see the Bosphorus most of the time during the tour

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Yeni Valide Mosque Complex

    Yeni Valide Mosque is an 18th century Ottoman mosque

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Mihrimah Sultan Camii

    This mosque is another masterpiece of Mimar Sinan, dedicated to the daughter of Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Dolmabahce Palace

    Dolmabahçe Palace is a 19th century palace that was constracted by sultan Abdulmecit. The architect is Balyan and it was styled in Baroc and Rokoko. Wonderfull paintings, handmade carpets, furniture. Your guide explains the history, legends, architecture..

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Semsi Pasa Mosque Complex

    This 16th century mosque is designed by Ottoman imperial architect Mimar Sinan for Grand Vizier Semsi Pasha

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dolmabahçe Palace is closed on Monday, it will be replaced with Galata Tower and its neighbourhood
Supplied by Istanbul Walks

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Full-day Tours
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Private and Luxury
Lunch Cruises
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours
Water Tours
Sightseeing Cruises
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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