Istanbul Two Continents Tour By Bus And Bosphorus Cruise

Name: Istanbul Two Continents Tour By Bus And Bosphorus Cruise
Start: 2026-03-15T09:00:00.000+03:00
End: 2026-03-15T19:00:00.000+03:00
Location: Istanbul

Explore the best of Istanbul in one full day with this guided tour across two continents. Visit Çamlıca Hill, Çamlıca Mosque, Beylerbeyi Palace, Eyüp Sultan Mosque, and Pierre Loti Café, enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch, and finish the day with a relaxing 2-hour Bosphorus cruise between Europe and Asia.

Meeting point: Hotel Lobby

Duration: 10 hours

Group size up to 25 persons

Children allowed, up to 2 years old free

English, Русский язык, Español, castellano, Türkçe, Français

Mobile ticket

Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

What is included in activity

English Tour Guide With Spanish-Russian-Arabic-French Assistance

10-hours City Tour

2-Hours Boat tour

Quality Lunch

Free Turkish Tea & Nescafe At The Boat

Free Photography Service

Free WIFI At The Boat

Hotel Transfer

What is not included

Drinks And Snacks

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Discover Istanbul from two continents in just one unforgettable day. This full-day guided tour combines the city's most important cultural landmarks with a relaxing Bosphorus cruise, providing a perfect introduction to Istanbul’s history, architecture, and stunning landscapes.

The journey begins with hotel pickup and a comfortable bus tour through the city. Your first stop is Çamlıca Hill, the highest point on the Asian side of Istanbul, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the Bosphorus and the city skyline. Next, you'll visit the impressive Çamlıca Mosque, Turkey’s largest mosque, famous for its elegant design and beautiful interior.

The tour continues with a visit to Beylerbeyi Palace, the former summer residence of Ottoman sultans located on the Bosphorus shores. On Mondays, when the palace is closed, the itinerary includes a visit to Çamlıca Tower instead. During the tour, you'll also cross the Bosphorus Bridge, experiencing the unique moment of traveling between Asia and Europe.

After crossing back to the European side, enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch in the historic Eyüp district. The program then includes a visit to Eyüp Sultan Mosque, one of the most sacred religious sites in Istanbul. You’ll also stop at the famous Pierre Loti Café, where you can admire spectacular views over the Golden Horn, followed by a scenic cable car ride down the hill.

Depending on the season, the tour may also feature a walk through the colorful historic neighborhoods of Balat and Fener, known for their vibrant houses and multicultural heritage.

The day concludes with a relaxing two-hour Bosphorus cruise. As the boat sails between Europe and Asia, you’ll see many of Istanbul’s most famous landmarks from the water, including Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, and the Maiden’s Tower. After the cruise, you will be transferred back to your hotel.

This tour is perfect for visitors who want to see Istanbul’s highlights in a single day while learning about its rich history and culture.

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Tour program

08:20 AM – Hotel Pickup
Pickup from centrally located hotels in Istanbul and transfer to the tour's starting point.

Çamlıca Hill
Visit the highest hill on the Asian side of Istanbul and enjoy panoramic views of the Bosphorus, Europe, and Asia.

Çamlıca Mosque
Explore Turkey's largest mosque and admire its impressive architecture and stunning interior.

Beylerbeyi Palace
See the elegant summer residence of the Ottoman sultans on the shores of the Bosphorus. On Mondays, Çamlıca Tower will be included instead.

Bosphorus Bridge Crossing
Drive across the famous Bosphorus Bridge and experience the unique moment of traveling between Asia and Europe.

Lunch in Eyüp
Enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch with dessert and a soft drink in the historic Eyüp district.

Eyüp Sultan Mosque
Visit one of Istanbul’s most sacred and significant mosques.

Pierre Loti Café
Relax at the famous Pierre Loti Café while taking in beautiful views of the Golden Horn.

Cable Car Ride
Take a scenic cable car ride down to the Eyüp waterfront.

Balat and Fener Districts (Seasonal)
Explore the colorful historic neighborhoods known for their lively houses and multicultural heritage. This visit is available from April 1 to July 31.

2-Hour Bosphorus Cruise
Enjoy a relaxing cruise between Europe and Asia, viewing Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks such as Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, and the Maiden’s Tower.

Hotel Drop-off
After the cruise, transfer back to your hotel.

Price
Adult ticket 7+	€100 €80 per person
Child ticket (3-6 years)	€80 €64 per person
Infant	€0 per person

For any payment method you must book a ticket through the booking form below and receive confirmation by e-mail and (or) SMS.

Places you will see

Çamlıca Hill
Çamlıca Mosque
Beylerbeyi Palace (or Çamlıca Tower on Mondays)
Bosphorus Bridge
Eyüp Sultan Mosque
Pierre Loti Café
Eyüp Cable Car
Balat and Fener Districts (seasonal)
Bosphorus Strait and waterfront landmarks such as Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, and Maiden's Tower.