Why choose this Istanbul tour ?
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.
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What makes Istanbul Highlights Bosphorus Stops 1 +2 (Europe + Asia) a unique experience ?
We drive on the southern shores of Golden Horn that makes this tour unique. Churches, mosques, Byzantine city walls, mousoleums to see enroute.
This Bazaar is a historical place to visit that is still use for purchasing spices, turkish coffee, herbs etc.
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
Yeni Valide Mosque is an 18th century Ottoman mosque
This mosque is another masterpiece of Mimar Sinan, dedicated to the daughter of Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent
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..
This 16th century mosque is designed by Ottoman imperial architect Mimar Sinan for Grand Vizier Semsi Pasha
Tour Description & 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
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Bosphorus Full Day Tour: Bosphorus Cruise, Uskudar and Dolmabahce Palace
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Istanbul Highlights Bosphorus Stops 1 +2 (Europe + Asia) Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bosphorus Cruise
- Roundtrip boat transfer between European& Asian Side
- Dolmabahce Palace entrance fee
- English speaking licenced & professional guide
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Beverages in lunch
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Istanbul Walks.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Istanbul.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4 Stars based on 117 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 8 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 – 60 minutes prior to this time
Opening hours are:
09:00 – 19:00 Monday to Sunday