Bosphorus & Two Continents Tour (Full Day) Popular
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Description
Explore Istanbul across two continents with this full-day guided tour. Begin with a scenic drive past the City Walls and Golden Horn, wander through the aromatic Spice Bazaar, then cruise along the Bosphorus with views of palaces and mosques. After lunch, cross the Bosphorus Bridge to visit Beylerbeyi Palace and enjoy breathtaking views from Çamlıca Hill. Tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off for centrally located hotels.
Highlights
Bosphorus Cruise
Beylerbeyi Palace
Spice Bazaar
Camlica Hill Views
Two Continents Experience
Itinerary
08:30 – Hotel Pick-up
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
Pick-up from central hotels and transfer to meeting point.
09:00 – City Walls & Golden Horn Drive
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
Scenic bus ride past the historic Roman city walls and Golden Horn.
09:30 – Spice Bazaar
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
Visit the Egyptian Bazaar filled with colorful spices and aromas.
10:30 – Bosphorus Cruise
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
Sail between Europe and Asia viewing Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, and Rumeli Fortress (from the sea).
12:30 – Lunch
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
Lunch at a local restaurant. Drinks not included.
14:00 – Bosphorus Bridge Crossing
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
Drive across the iconic bridge connecting Europe and Asia.
14:30 – Beylerbeyi Palace
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
Tour the summer palace of Ottoman sultans. (Closed on Monday)
15:30 – Çamlıca Hill
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
Enjoy panoramic views of Istanbul from one of its highest points.
16:30 – Optional Leather Outlet Visit
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
Optional shopping stop based on traffic and timing.
17:00 – Hotel Drop-off
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
End of tour with drop-off to central hotels.
Includes & Excludes
Hotel pick up & drop off by air-conditioned non-smoking tour coaches
Lunch
Entrance fees
Professional licensed tour guide
Service charges & local taxes
Food, drink on ferry during Bosphorus cruise
Drinks
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuites
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it is available for centrally located hotels.
No, it is not operated on Monday due to Beylerbeyi Palace being closed.
A standard meal is included, but drinks are extra.
Yes, including Beylerbeyi Palace. Rumeli Fortress is only viewed from the sea.
Yes, it’s optional and may not occur based on traffic or timing.