Istanbul by Land and Sea - Full-Day Private Tour

Name: Istanbul by Land and Sea - Full-Day Private Tour
Brand: Green Apple Travel & Tourism
SKU: E-T01-PRI-BOS2CO
Price: 457.14 AED
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Istanbul by Land and Sea - Full-Day Private Tour

Duration

24 hours

Group Size

1-10 pax

Instant Confirmation

Yes

About This Activity

Join us for a full-day Bosphorus tour by land and sea that will take you all the way back to Byzantium and Constantinople. At the crossroads between East and West, this channel is the setting for some of the most impressive landmarks in Istanbul as well as its fair share of hidden gems. We begin with a coach tour along the Golden Horn, the inlet that has been the city’s natural harbour since it was settled in Roman times. We’ll pass through the former non-Muslim districts, seeing traces of their rich past such as the Bulgarian Orthodox metal Church of St. Stephen, the Jewish Hospital and the 22km-long Byzantine defensive walls. At the Egyptian Bazaar, you will experience every culinary fragrance imaginable as you navigate through the stalls selling fresh and dried fruits, vegetables, flowers and spices. Then we’ll hop on a boat for a romantic Bosphorus cruise, with Europe and Asia on either side. Take photos of marble palaces and ancient wooden villas perched side by side with modern mansions and luxury apartments. You’ll see the impressive Rumeli Fortress, which dates from before the Ottoman conquest and, if time permits, we’ll visit a leather showroom. We’ll break for a traditional Turkish lunch to replenish our energies for the busy afternoon ahead. And what an afternoon it is! We’ll head for the Beylerbeyi Palace, a summer residence for the sultans, and then to the Bosphorus Bridge. Here you can step from one continent (Europe) to another (Asia) in two minutes. From there we’ll continue in Asia up to either Çamlıca Hill or Yeditepe for panoramic views of the city and Bosphorus. You will also see the imperial gardens of the Yıldız Palace.

Included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off for selected hotels (Transport)
Boat Ride (Transport)
Guide (Unknown)
Tickets (Ticket)
Lunch (Meal)

Not Included

Drinks (Drinks)

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Whether you are interested in history, architecture, or how to brew the perfect Turkish tea, Istanbul Local Guides has you covered! We are ready to take you around Istanbul or all of Turkey, for one day or the duration of your trip. Istanbul Local Guides are just that locals who care deeply about making your trip to our beautiful country an experience you will remember for a lifetime. Delight in the sights, sounds, and smells of Istanbul: no other city on earth straddles two continents -Europe and Asia- and has been home to three great empires (Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman). In a city like this, it's important to have a local friend who can help you to navigate, all the while ensuring you the most personal experience possible. Istanbul Local Guides will fascinate you with the story of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, will wander with you (and help you bargain!) in our bazaars and spice markets, and host you in our favorite restaurants off the tourist track. If your interest is modern Turkish culture and politics, discovering the very best Turkish kebabs, or anything in between, we'll tailor-make a trip just for you. With Istanbul Local Guides, you'll get knowledgeable, experienced, and very friendly guides, all at an affordable rate. We specialize in private Istanbul tours, Cappadocia tours, Ephesus tours, Turkey Tours. Besides the classic tours, we offer you custom made tours. Should your travels in Turkey extend beyond magnificent Istanbul, rest assured that Istanbul Local Guides is there to help you on every leg of your journey.