Istanbul Highlights Bosphorus Stops 1 +2 (Europe + Asia)
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Dolmabahce Palace entrance fee
- Bosphorus Cruise
- Roundtrip boat transfer between European& Asian Side
- English speaking licenced & professional guide
- Personal expenses
- Beverages in lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off from centrally located Istanbul hotels.
Rüstem Paşa
34116 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Vişnezade
Dolmabahçe Caddesi, 34357 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bosphorus Strait
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Yeni Valide Mosque Complex
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mihrimah Sultan Camii
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Dolmabahce Palace
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Semsi Pasa Mosque Complex
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Dolmabahçe Palace is closed on Monday, it will be replaced with Galata Tower and its neighbourhood
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Istanbul Highlights Bosphorus Stops 1 +2 (Europe + Asia)?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Lunch.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Dolmabahce Palace entrance fee.
- Bosphorus Cruise.
- Roundtrip boat transfer between European& Asian Side.
- English speaking licenced & professional guide.
- Personal expenses.
- Beverages in lunch.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Istanbul Highlights Bosphorus Stops 1 +2 (Europe + Asia) is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Dolmabahce Palace entrance fee
- Bosphorus Cruise
- Roundtrip boat transfer between European& Asian Side
- English speaking licenced & professional guide
- Personal expenses
- Beverages in lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Dolmabahçe Palace is closed on Monday, it will be replaced with Galata Tower and its neighbourhood
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
