Historical Istanbul Old City Tour With Sunset Bosphorus Cruise
Overview
Experience Istanbul's timeless sights on a full-day tour of the city's stunning historic places. Listen for the ancient echoes of pounding hooves and charioteers at Hippodrome Square and spot the distinctive tiles of the Blue Mosque. See the Byzantine mosaics and minarets of Hagia Sophia, then follow in the footsteps of powerful sultans, courtiers, and generals at Topkapi Palace. Continue your tour in the vibrant Grand Bazaar, browsing bright displays of handicrafts, carpets and souvenirs.
Sail down the Bosphorus passing Dolmabahce Palace, impressive Bosphorus Bridges, and beautifully designed seaside villas along both sides of the Bosphorus, before rounding the spectacular tip of the old city and ultimately cruising only a few feet away from the magnificent Maiden's Tower. Put a classy end to the day with a sunset cruise on a luxury yacht.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch in a terrace restaurant with a great view of the city
- Transportation by public transport
- Light snacks, cookies, delicious Turkish baklava, fresh seasonal fruits platter, tea and coffee
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- 2.5-Hour Bosphorus cruise on a 25 meters luxury yacht
- Professional guide
- Drinks during lunch
- Visit to the Harem in Topkapi Palace is not included
- Gratuities
- Entrance tickets to Topkapi Palace $60 & Hagia Sophia $45
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
Topkapi Palace
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Blue Mosque
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Hagia Sophia Mosque
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Dolmabahce Palace
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Grand Bazaar
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Beylerbeyi Palace
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Çırağan Palace
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Buyuk Mecidiye Cami
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
KIz Kulesi
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bosphorus Bridge
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
CamlIca Mosque
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Hagia Sophia entarance fee is 25 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- Topkapi Palace entrance fee is 2000 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-210351P66
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