Bosphorus Cruise and Two Continents Tour – Full Day Istanbul Tour

Full Day Istanbul City Tour - Bosporus Crusie &Two Continents

Tour Type: Regular Daily Tour
Meeting Point: Hotel Lobby (Pick-up & Drop-off included from central hotels in Fatih, Beyoğlu, Beşiktaş)
Pick-up Time: 08:00 – 08:30 (approx.)
Duration: 8 – 9 hours
Finish Time: 17:00 – 17:30 (approx.)
Available: Every day (365 days a year)
City: Istanbul, Turkey

Tour Overview

Discover Istanbul’s highlights on both continents with a full-day Bosphorus Cruise and Two Continents Tour. From the Byzantine City Walls to the breathtaking Camlica Hill, this tour combines history, culture, and stunning views of Istanbul’s landmarks on both the European and Asian sides.

Itinerary & Highlights

• Hotel Pick-up (08:00 – 08:30) – Start your journey with a comfortable transfer.

• Byzantine City Walls – See the historical walls breached during the Fourth Crusade (1204) and Ottoman conquest (1453).

• Golden Horn (Panoramic Drive) – An 8 km natural harbor with stunning views and historical importance.

• Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar) – Walk through the vibrant market filled with exotic aromas of cinnamon, saffron, mint, and more.

• Bosphorus Boat Cruise – Sail between Europe and Asia. Admire Dolmabahce Palace, Ciragan Palace, Ortakoy, Rumeli Fortress (from the sea), and traditional wooden Ottoman villas.

• Bosphorus Bridge – A unique chance to cross from one continent to another.

• Beylerbeyi Palace (Interior Visit) – The luxurious summer residence of the Ottoman Sultans.

• Camlica Hill – End the day with panoramic views of Istanbul and the Bosphorus from the highest point in the city.

• Hotel Drop-off (17:00 – 17:30) – Return to your hotel.

Why Join This Tour?

✅ Full-day guided experience on both European & Asian sides of Istanbul
✅ Includes hotel pick-up & drop-off
✅ Bosphorus Cruise with incredible views of palaces & bridges
✅ Explore Beylerbeyi Palace & Camlica Hill
✅ Visit the famous Spice Bazaar

Includes

Included Services

Transportation

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

• Comfortable, air-conditioned land transportation

• All transfers by non-smoking and A/C tourist vehicles

Guiding

• Professional, licensed tour guide (by the Ministry of Tourism)

Meals

• Lunch at a local restaurant

Entrance Fees

• Admission tickets to museums, ruins, and monuments

Charges

• Local taxes

• Service charges

Notes

Closed Sites
- Spice Bazaar is closed on Sunday and Replaced with Pierre Loti.
- Beylerbeyi Palace is closed on Monday and Thursday and Replaced with Chora Museum.

Additional Information
- During religious holidays the Spice Market is closed, there will not be visiting which is covered by istanbul daily tours.
- Istanbul daily Tours has walking and not recommended for the people who has difficulties with walking.
- When you book the one of Istanbul Daily Tours the confirmation will be received at time of booking.
- We kindly request our guests to be ready 10 minutes before pick up time of Any Istanbul Daily Tours.
- Under 18 years Children who is going to join to one of Istanbul daily tours, must be accompanied by an adult.
- (Istanbul is a huge city and hotel pickup time and poit can be changed according to the hotel location by the nearest point to your location.)
- (There is no hotel drop off, the tour will be ended up, at the Spice Bazaar.)
- Hotel Transfers (Pick up and Drop offf) are included from the central hotels in District of Fatih, Beyoğlu, Beşiktaş). The Other districts in European Side, 15 euro per person per way (single 20 euros per way). - Hotel pick up in Asia side: 40 Euro per person, per way. 50 Euro Single person per way from the central hotels. You can pay when you be picked up from hotel.
- Asian side hotels has no pick up service. (If you want to join to the tours while you are staying in asian site, the meeting poin will be letting you know).