Istanbul: Golden Horn & Bosphorus Day Cruise Istanbul: Private Golden Horn & Bosphorus Day Cruise
ID: GYG34172-41888
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Spend a day in Istanbul on a sightseeing tour. Learn about the culture and history of this ancient city and enjoy a cruise on the Bosphorus. Visit centuries-old mosques and the covered spice market, and see the Golden Horn from Pierre Loti Hill.
During your full-day tour in Istanbul you’ll see many of this fascinating city’s top sights, from the land and the water.
Start out at the Suleymaniye Mosque, dating from the middle of the 16th century and then take in the city walls, which are among the most fascinating Byzantine remains in Turkey.
Visit the Chora Church, with its stunning mosaics. Head up Pierre Loti Hill for spectacular views of the Golden Horn. Take a cruise on the Bosphorus, and see some of the renowned wooden houses along the shores. You’ll also see the Rumeli Fortress from the sea.
After the cruise your guide will take you to visit the Spice Bazaar. This famous, covered bazaar is busy at all hours of the day.
Your final stop on the tour is the Rustempasa Mosque, also dating from the 16th century. It was built by one of the Grand Viziers of the Ottoman Empire who was married to the daughter of Suleyman the Magnificent.
Highlights
- Visit the 16th-century mosque of Suleyman the Magnificent
- See the remains of the Byzantine city walls
- Enjoy breathtaking views of the Golden Horn from Pierre Loti Hill
- Cruise under the famous Bosphorus Bridge and see the famous wooden houses
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a hat and a camera
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Pickup is available at the port, airport, or your hotel. Please indicate your preference when booking.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
