Two Continents Tour By Bus And Bosphorus Cruise with Hotel Pick Up

Explore the highlights of Istanbul on a full-day guided tour that spans both Asia and Europe. The experience combines cultural landmarks, scenic viewpoints, historic neighborhoods, and a relaxing cruise on the Bosphorus for a well-rounded introduction to the city.

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Discover Istanbul from two continents in a single day on this full-day guided tour that blends history, architecture, and scenic landscapes.

The experience begins with hotel pickup and a comfortable bus journey through the city, offering an introduction to Istanbul’s diverse districts and landmarks.

Your first stop is Çamlıca Hill, the highest point on the Asian side of the city, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the Bosphorus and the city skyline. Nearby, visit the Çamlıca Mosque, the largest mosque in Turkey, known for its elegant design and spacious interior.

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

Back on the European side, enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch in the historic district of Eyüp. The itinerary then includes a visit to the Eyüp Sultan Mosque, one of the most important religious sites in the city. You will also stop at the Pierre Loti Café, known for its elevated views over the Golden Horn, followed by a scenic cable car ride down the hill.

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

The day concludes with a two-hour Bosphorus cruise. As the boat sails between the continents, you will see notable landmarks such as Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Rumeli Hisarı, and the Maiden Tower.

After the cruise, you will be transferred back to your hotel, completing a comprehensive introduction to the city.

Important Info

• Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for centrally located hotels.
• Beylerbeyi Palace is closed on Mondays and will be replaced with a visit to Çamlıca Tower.
• The Balat and Fener neighborhood visit is available only between April 1 and July 31.
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What is included in activity

10-hours City Tour
2-Hours Boat tour
English Tour Guide
Lunch
Turkish Tea & Nescafe
Photography Service
WIFI at the boat
Hotel Transfer

What is not included

Drinks And Snacks
Departure: Hotel pick up
Duration: 10 hours
Group size up to 25 persons
Children allowed, up to 2 years old free
English, Русский язык, Español, castellano, Türkçe, Français
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Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

Meeting point

34116 Fatih / Istanbul The tour starts in central Istanbul. We will pick you up from your central Istanbul hotel.

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.

Reviews by travellers

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Charles F.
We had a wonderful trip with amazing food. A special thank you to our guide, who truly went above and beyond. Everything was perfectly arranged, making the trip completely stress-free for us. The guide was especially considerate of our kids and even arranged pizza for them, which made them so happy. That extra care and attention to detail really made a difference. Overall, a fantastic experience and highly recommended!
4 days ago
Michele C.
Rain and fog, so definitely not ideal conditions. Still, we had a great time.
7 days ago
Charles L.
Great tour that was well arranged. Transportation was clearly communicated and our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating to our needs. The tour was informative and well organised. The places we visited were interesting and lunch was delicious. Highly recommended!!
about 2 months ago
Joe C.
The culture was wonderful, it was terrific. We were so well looked after. It has such great views, I really liked the tour with get your guide. It was very well put together. The guides were all very nice and caring. The day couldn't have been nicer and I can only recommend it. I could never have imagined it. I can only recommend it.
about 2 months ago
Luis C.
Nothing to complain about, true professionals. Thank you
about 2 months ago
Pamela D.
The truth is that everything was perfect, good treatment, punctuality, Gustavo, who was our guide, was a delight as a person and professional
2 months ago
Kyle T.
Saw a lot of Istanbul, good guide, great food
2 months ago
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