Istanbul Full Day Tour By Bus And Bosphorus Cruise

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Duration

12 hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

30 people

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About this tour

 

Experience the enchanting blend of two continents with our Istanbul Full Day Tour By Bus And Bosphorus Cruise!

This 12-hour adventure is the ultimate way to discover Istanbul’s stunning contrasts, from ancient heritage and colorful neighborhoods to majestic mosques and waterfront palaces.

Our carefully designed Istanbul Two Continents Tour takes you to the city’s most iconic locations, including the magnificent Çamlıca Mosque, the historic Pierre Loti Café, and the lavish Beylerbeyi Palace. You will also cross the Bosphorus Bridge, connecting Europe and Asia, savor a traditional Turkish lunch in the sacred Eyüp district, and explore the vibrant streets of Balat and Fener.

To complete your journey, enjoy a relaxing 2-hour Bosphorus Cruise, sailing between two continents as the city skyline transforms into a golden wonder. Along the way, you’ll enjoy multilingual commentary, complimentary tea and Wi-Fi, and unforgettable views of Istanbul’s most famous landmarks.

Whether you’re visiting Istanbul for business, leisure, or the first time, this full tour offers the perfect combination of history, culture, scenic beauty, and relaxation.

Reserve your spot today and let Istanbul’s magic unfold before your eyes!

 

🌟Istanbul Full Day Tour By Bus And Bosphorus Cruise Tour Highlights

  • Enjoy the breathtaking view from Çamlıca Hill.
  • Visit the magnificent Çamlıca Mosque, Turkey’s largest mosque.
  • Discover Ottoman elegance at Beylerbeyi Palace (or Çamlıca Tower on Mondays).
  • Cross the iconic Bosphorus Bridge, uniting Europe and Asia.
  • Savor a quality Turkish lunch in the historic Eyüp district.
  • Visit the sacred Eyüp Sultan Mosque.
  • Relax at the charming Pierre Loti Café with a Golden Horn view.
  • Ride the Eyüp Cable Car down the hill.
  • Explore the colorful neighborhoods of Balat and Fener.
  • Cruise the Bosphorus for 2 hours, passing iconic landmarks on both shores.

 

 

🛣️ Tour Program

🛎️ 08:20 AM – Hotel Pickup:

Start your day with a comfortable pickup from centrally located hotels in Istanbul.

🏞️ Çamlıca Hill and Viewpoint:

Visit the highest hill on the Asian side for breathtaking panoramic views over the Bosphorus, Europe, and Asia.

🕌 Çamlıca Mosque Visit:

Explore the grandeur of Turkey’s largest mosque, a masterpiece of modern Islamic architecture.

🏛️ Beylerbeyi Palace:

Step back into the Ottoman era at the stunning Beylerbeyi Palace, the summer residence of the Sultans. (If closed on Monday, visit Çamlıca Tower instead.)

🌉 Bosphorus Bridge Crossing:

Drive across the famous Bosphorus Bridge connecting two continents — Europe and Asia.

🍽️ Lunch Break in Eyüp:

Enjoy a delicious traditional Turkish lunch with dessert and a soft drink in one of Istanbul’s most sacred districts.

🕌 Eyüp Sultan Mosque Visit:

Visit one of the oldest and most significant mosques in Istanbul, rich in history and spirituality.

Pierre Loti Café Stop:

Relax and soak up the beautiful views of the Golden Horn at this historic café named after a famous French writer.

🚠 Eyüp Cable Car Ride:

Take a scenic ride down to the lower Golden Horn via cable car.

🏘️ Balat and Fener Exploration:

Walk through the colorful, historic neighborhoods known for their vibrant houses, churches, synagogues, and lively streets.

🛳️ Bosphorus Cruise (2 hours):

Sail between Europe and Asia on a relaxing boat tour, passing iconic landmarks such as Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, and Maiden’s Tower.

🏨 9:00 PM – Hotel Drop-off:

Enjoy a comfortable transfer back to your hotel at the end of the cruise.

 

 

What’s Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from central Istanbul.
  • Professional English-speaking guide (with Spanish, Russian, Arabic, and French assistance).
  • Entrance ticket to Beylerbeyi Palace (or Çamlıca Tower if the palace is closed).
  • Traditional Turkish lunch, dessert, and soft drink.
  • 10-hour guided city tour by bus.
  • 2-hour Bosphorus sightseeing cruise.
  • Free Wi-Fi, unlimited Turkish tea, and Nescafé on the boat.

 

What’s Not Included

  • Tips and personal expenses.
  • Ottoman costume photography (optional).

 

🕙 Tour Schedule

  • Hotel Pickup: Starts at 08:20 AM from centrally located hotels.
  • City Tour Departure: Around 09:00 AM.
  • Lunch Break: Around 2:00 PM in Eyüp.
  • Boat Tour: Around 7:00 PM (2-hour Bosphorus cruise).
  • Return: Tour ends approximately at 9:00 PM with hotel drop-off.

 

🌍 Languages Available

  • Guides and Assistance:
  • 🇬🇧 English | 🇪🇸 Spanish | 🇷🇺 Russian | 🇸🇦 Arabic | 🇫🇷 French
  • On the Boat (Broadcasting Guidance + Audio Guide Website):
  • 🇬🇧 English | 🇷🇺 Russian | 🇪🇸 Spanish | 🇫🇷 French | 🇸🇦 Arabic | 🇩🇪 German | 🇮🇹 Italian | 🇹🇷 Turkish | 🇬🇷 Greek | 🇨🇳 Chinese (Simplified) | 🇷🇴 Romanian

 

You can make reservations via the site or WhatsApp and pay during the tour.

We recommend contacting us on WhatsApp for a faster response.

Highlights

  • Wonder Beauty Of The Camlica Mosque
  • Visiting the highest park in the Asian part of Istanbul
  • Admire the beauty of Beylerbeyi Palace
  • Pass through a 1500 m long suspension Bosphorus bridge
  • Eat and enjoy a delicious lunch
  • Walk-In The Eyup Mosque
  • Watch Istanbul from the Pierre Loti cafe
  • Fly By Cable Car
  • Enjoy the highlights between Europe and Asia
  • See historical sights and the Bosphorus Bridge
  • Take unique pictures throughout your journey
  • Listen to fascinating commentary in your language
  • connect to the free wifi at the boat
  • Enjoy drinking hot Turkish tea or coffee on the boat

Included/Excluded

  • English Tour Guide With Spanish-Russian-Arabic-French Assistance
  • 10-hours City Tour
  • Palace Entry Ticket
  • Quality Turkish Lunch With Drinks
  • 2-Hours Boat tour
  • Complimentary Turkish Tea and Nescafe At The Boat
  • Free WIFI At The Boat
  • Hotel Transfer
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses

Itinerary

Hotel Pick Up

We will pick you up from your hotel at approximately 8:20 AM.

Camlica Hill

After dropping you off at the first stop, Çamlica Viewpoint, this location provides one of the most breathtaking views of Istanbul, including the magnificent Bosphorus Strait and both the European and Asian sides of the city.

Camlica Mosque

Later, we will tour the Çamlica Mosque, the largest mosque in Istanbul and Turkey. President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan opened it, and its stunning architecture and beauty will leave you in awe. You can visit or worship in the mosque for up to 60 minutes.

Beylerbeyi Palace

After visiting the Camlica mosque, our next stop will be the Beylerbeyi Palace. This 19th-century palace, constructed between 1863 and 1865, offers a stunning view of the vast blue sea. Several historical figures have lived there, making it a unique and historically significant site. Visitors are welcome to explore the palace for up to an hour. Remember that the palace is closed on Mondays, so we will visit Camlica Tower instead.

Bosphorus Bridge

Our bus took us across the Bosphorus Bridge, a historic landmark that connected the continents for the first time in 1973. We marveled at the stunning panoramic view of both continents and the Bosphorus from the middle of the bridge. The bridge is officially called the July 15 Martyrs Bridge and spans 1500 meters, connecting the Anatolian and European sides with its suspension design.

Quality Lunch

Once we cross over to the European side, we'll head to the historic and essential Muslim district of Eyüp, where you can enjoy an hour-long high-quality lunch. You'll be treated to authentic Turkish cuisine, including a delicious dessert, tea, and your choice of non-alcoholic beverage.

Eyup Mosque

We will visit the Eyüp Mosque, one of Turkey's holiest mosques, which houses the tomb of Ebu Eyüp el Enser. After a delightful lunch, you will have an hour to explore the mosque and shoping.

Pierre loti cafe

As we continue our tour, we'll stop at the renowned Café of Pierre Lotti. From there, you can take a breathtaking panoramic view of the Golden Horn. Pierre Lotti Hill is located next to the Eyüp mosque, and if you take some time to search for the paintings, the view will showcase the stunning beauty of Istanbul to you in just 30 minutes.

Cable Car

After visiting the upper part of the Eyüp District, we will use the cable car to descend the hill to the lower part. Our transportation will be ready at the bottom to take us to the Egyptian Bazaar.

Balat and Fener

Then we go to Balat and Fener, two historic neighborhoods in Istanbul renowned for their vibrant atmosphere, colorful houses, and rich cultural heritage, including significant religious and ethnic diversity.

Bosphorus tour by boat

We will take a must-see boat tour in Istanbul. The tour will last two hours along the Bosphorus, one hour on the European side and one hour on the Asian side.

Drop Back To The Hotel

After the trip, we will take you back to your hotel.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, both pickup and drop-off are included for centrally located hotels.

On Mondays, we visit the Çamlıca Tower instead.

A quality Turkish lunch, dessert, and soft drink are included.

Yes, if you prefer to end earlier, you can skip the boat tour and finish the tour around 5:00 PM.

Yes! The tour is family-friendly and suitable for all ages.

During the city tour, you'll have a live professional guide. Broadcasting guidance and an Audio Guide Website are available during the boat tour.

Guides are available in English, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, and French. The boat also offers an audio guide in 11 languages.

Free Wi-Fi is available onboard the boat, but not on the bus.

We recommend comfortable walking shoes, a camera, and a light jacket in cooler months.

You can book online or via WhatsApp and pay during the tour easily.

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MOHAMMAD
06/07/2023

very good masallah

very good tour very good staff maasallah mr.sealand
Istanbul Full Day Tour By Bus And Bosphorus Cruise
Mohammad Safa bin Selman
03/07/2023

Beautiful city beautiful tour

Mohammed Emir and Mr. Sefa is very helpful thank you for everything
Istanbul Full Day Tour By Bus And Bosphorus Cruise
Aigeman icardi
03/07/2023

Estambulll

Thanks everyone Mr. Muhammet Emir I love Sealand family❤️

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