Overview
Cruising on the Bosphorus is one of the top attractions in Istanbul. Having an educated and experienced tour guide will greatly enhance the experience.
This two hour cruise between two continents, Asia and Europe, giving visitors an unique vantage point of Istanbul with 20 million population.
Bosphorus is one of the most expensive real estate in the world. Especially old Ottoman Mansions are considered as one of the most expensive houses.
It is not a private tour so we cruise with tour boat which is open for public.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Professional guiding from a licenced guide
Bosphorus Cruise Ticket
Gratitude for tour guide
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meeting point is main gate of SPICE BAZAAR. Please make sure you come to the main gate (The gate which faces the sea)
There is a shop at the main gate call "SHOZY SPICE BAZAAR"
Tour Guide will hold sign says "I ❤️ ISTANBUL"
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Galata Tower
It is build at 1335 in Byzantiım Period, It is one of the most important symbol of the city
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Dolmabahce Palace
(2nd residence for Ottoman Royal Family for 400 years. It is one of the copy of Versailles Palace in Paris. It is mind blowing and super fancy. It shows the luxury of Ottoman Empire. Chandeliers are from France, crystals are from England, priceless carpets are from Turkey amd Iran, curtains are pure Turkish Silk, porcelains are from China and Japan)
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Vodafone Arena
Soccer stadium with 42,000 people capacity which belongs Beşiktaş Soccer Club
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Another really beautiful piece of art of Ottoman Empire which is build in 1863. It is operating as a hotel and manage by Kempinski since 1992.
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Ortakoy
One of the most beautiful mosque of Istanbul which is also build in Ottoman Era. It is posh and fancy
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Bebek Park
Most expensive and fanciest area of Istanbul. Celebrities who come to Istanbul are usually hanging out here. It is famous with fancy hotels, pubs, restaurants and night clubs.You can see Ferrari, Masserati, Bugatti cars in that area.
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Rumeli Fortress
A beautiful fortress and castles build in 1453 against Russian attacks which was coming from Black Sea Side. It is operating as a museum today.
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Kucuksu Pavilion
A summer cottage which is build for Royal Family to stay when they come back from hunting. Royal Family used to spend days / weeks in that beautiful palace.It is operating as a museum today.
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Kuleli Sahil
Kuleli Area is another beautiful area which is located by The Bosphorus. It is famous with million dollars Ottoman Mansions. They are considered as one of the most expensive houses in the world. Each one of them are built in Ottoman Era so thats why they are all heriteged by government.
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Çengelköy District
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Kuzguncuk Sahili
Jewish District of Istanbul with beautiful boutique coffee shops and tiny streets. It is hipster/hippie area and famous especially with beautiful Greek Style houses.
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Uskudar
Üsküdar is one of the busiest and central downtown of Istanbul.
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KIz Kulesi
Maiden Tower is another famous symbol of the city which is build as a lighthouse and operating as a restaurant today
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TopkapI Palace
It was a residence for Ottoman Royal Family for 400 years and it is operating as a museum today
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Hagia Sophia Mosque
Its 1500 years old structure which is built as a church, than converted in to a mosque and operating as a museum today. Most famous symbol of Istanbul
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Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
Spice Bazaar and Eminonu Area
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Galata Koprusu
Galata Bridge
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Suleymaniye Mosque
It is build in 1550 by Architect Sinan The Great. One of the most beautiful mosque of Istanbul which is dedicated the famous sultan of The Ottoman Empire 'Suleyman The Magnificent'
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Istanbul).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
FAQs about 2-Hour Bosphorus Cruise in Istanbul with Guide
Can I cancel 2-Hour Bosphorus Cruise in Istanbul with Guide for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
What's included?
- Professional guiding from a licenced guide
- Bosphorus Cruise Ticket
What's not included?
- Gratitude for tour guide
Which places does it visit?
It visits Galata Tower, Dolmabahce Palace, Vodafone Arena, Ortakoy, Bebek Park, Rumeli Fortress, Kucuksu Pavilion, Kuleli Sahil.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Operated by Circle Istanbul
