Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise Tour

Duration: Half Day
- Morning Tour: Departs at 08:30 Arrives 12:00 (Every Day)
- Afternoon Tour: Departs at 13:30 Arrives 17:00 (Every Day)
- 1.5-hour Istanbul Bosphorus cruise
- Cruise from Rumeli Hisarı Fortress along the famous Bosphorus Strait
- Discover Spice Bazaar
- Visit the fascinating Rustem Pasha Mosque

Details:

Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise Tour
Cruise Tour along Istanbul’s Bosphorus Strait and enjoy visiting famous places like Spice Bazaar and Rustem Pasha Mosque. Eat your delicious onboard lunch and sip on a cold drink under the sun. Cruise along with the Rumeli Hisarı Fortress along the Bosphorus Strait, take some photos, relax and watch the panoramic view of Istanbul.
Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar) was built between 1597 and 1664, also it is the second oldest covered bazaar in the city. You can find exotic aromas and various spices. It contains, fruit, vegetables, flowers and fish shops inside.
Rustem Pasha Mosque, for a tour. It was built by a famous Bosnian, Rüstem Pasha, and designed by -one of the most famous architects in history- Mimar Sinan. One of the most famous mosques in Istanbul for her interior design.
Bosphorus Strait connects the Black Sea with the Sea of Marmara and splits the European and Asian sides of Turkey. This romantic cruise along the Bosphorus will allow you to admire the Dolmabahçe Palace, the Beylerbeyi Palace the Ciragan Palace. Ancient wooden villas and bridges and all the wonderful and unique maritime landscapes.
Dolmabahce Palace was the first European-style palace. It was built by Ottoman Sultans between 1843 and 1846. This is the last residence for Ottoman Sultans with 365 rooms and 22 saloons. Also famous for a great collection of European antiquity. Ataturk lived the final part of his life in the palace and died there. See it from the seaside.
Ortakoy, is a cosmopolitan area, bordering the waters of the Bosphorus. Turks, Greeks, Armenians, and Jews are leaving here. The neighborhood hosts many different religions. It is also a popular spot for locals with art galleries, nightclubs, and restaurants. See it from the seaside.
Rumeli Fortress is built in 1452 by Sultan Mehmet II, it was the largest and the strongest fortress of the Middle Age. See it from the seaside.

Details
Season: Every day (All year round)
Departure Time: Will be given by booking
! It is highly suggested that the clients reconfirm their departure/pick-up times by calling or emailing the local tour operator no later than 24 hr before the service.
Departure point: Hotel pick-up ** Please note that there might be an extra fee for the hotels beyond central locations. The extra fee will be informed in advance. 
Ending point: Pick up place
Duration: 4 hours (approx.)
Service Basis: Sit in coach (max.12 people)

Good to know:
• Please wear comfortable clothes, hat, and shoes
• Take your camera (without professional equipment)

 Additional Info:
• Clients must be ready at the departure point 15 minutes before the exact pickup time.
• If you cannot find the service you need please contact our dedicated Custom Team to advise of your requirements.
• Please take a passport for children if any.

Available Language(s):
• Local tour guide (Monolingual)
• English

Included Services:
• Admission fees to attractions 
• English Speaking Guide
• All sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary
• Transfer service from Hotels
• Land transportation by air-conditioned non-smoking vehicle

Excluded Services:
• Beverage and lunch during the tour
• Tips to the guide&driver(optional)

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