Istanbul Two Continents and Backstreets with a local tour guide

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5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Experience an extraordinary journey that immerses you in the rich local culture and uncovers the hidden treasures of Istanbul. This tour perfectly combines history and cultural insight, ensuring you don’t miss the city's most captivating stories. Join us as we explore the enchanting European and Asian sides of Istanbul, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

What's Included

Local tour guide
Public transportation (ferry and tram)
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Private transportation

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
McDonald's

Your tour guide will meet you outside the McDonald's restaurant in Sultanahmet, next to the Sultanahmet T1 tram station.

End point
Yeni Kadıköy (Şehir Hatları) İskelesi

The tour will conclude at the Kadikoy ferry station in Kadikoy, where you can take a ferry back to your hotel.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Beyazit

    oin us for a captivating tour of Istanbul, starting at 9:00 AM in Beyazid Square, home to the historic Ottoman book bazaar.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Grand Bazaar

    We'll explore Tahtakale, a local shopping area, and then visit the Grand Bazaar, the largest in the world with over 4,000 shops.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Rustem Pasha Mosque

    Next, we'll admire the stunning Iznik tiles at the 16th-century Rustem Pasha Mosque.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Istiklal Caddesi

    Afterward, enjoy a stroll down Istiklal Street, lined with European-style shops and cafes, before visiting the Galata neighborhood for a panoramic view of the city from a rooftop café.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    KadIkoy CarsIsI

    We’ll take a ferry to Kadikoy on the Asian side to experience local life and visit the fish market. The tour concludes in Kadikoy, at the Kadikoy ferry station, where you can easily take a ferry back to the European side.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Private Istanbul Walking Tours

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Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Rail Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
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