Cross the Bosphorus & Explore Istanbul’s Asian Side Like a Local
Description
Begin your journey with a hotel pickup and cross the Bosphorus Bridge to explore Istanbul’s Asian side. Visit the 19th-century Beylerbeyi Palace with its grand chandeliers and elegant furnishings. Next, see the Camlica Mosque, Turkey’s largest, blending Ottoman and modern design. Continue to Camlica Hill for panoramic views of Istanbul’s skyline. Admire the historic Maiden's Tower, a former lighthouse now a café. Explore Kanlıca Color House, famous for its pastel Ottoman mansions and yogurt. Experience the vibrant Kadikoy, Istanbul's cultural hub, with lively markets and cafés. End your day by crossing the Bosphorus Bridge and enjoying stunning views before hotel drop-off.
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Itinerary
Beylerbeyi Palace, a stunning 19th-century Ottoman summer residence on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus, features lavish interiors and breathtaking waterfront views.
Camlica Mosque, the largest in Turkey, blends Ottoman and modern design, offering breathtaking city views from Istanbul’s highest hill.
Camlica Hill, the highest point in Istanbul, offers stunning panoramic views of the city and Bosphorus, making it a perfect spot for relaxation.
Maiden’s Tower or Kız Kulesi how locals call it, a historic landmark on a small islet in the Bosphorus, is a symbol of Istanbul with a rich history and stunning waterfront views.
Kanlıca, a picturesque neighborhood on Istanbul’s Asian side, is renowned for its traditional Ottoman-style wooden houses, many of which are painted in vibrant colors.
Kadıköy, a vibrant district on Istanbul’s Asian side, is known for its lively markets, trendy cafés, and a rich blend of history and modern culture.
Bosphorus Bridge, also known as 15 July Martyrs Bridge, connects Europe and Asia, offering stunning views of the Bosphorus and Istanbul’s skyline.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Your Welcome Pickups driver will be waiting for you at the selected pickup location and time. Before your ride, you’ll receive your driver’s details — including their name, phone number, and car information — so you can easily recognize them. Your driver will arrive on time and be ready to assist you and any special requests before starting your journey. Please note that our sightseeing tours does not automatically include airport pickup or drop-off. If you wish to start or end your tour at the airport, simply select the option with airport pickup included when booking if available. Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For 1-3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
- For 4-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
- Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
- Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative.
Reviews(5)
Very good excursion, with a driver-guide, Cenk, who was very attentive.
Tour guide picked us up at our hotel and tailored the tour to our interests He was knowledgeable and friendly. Wonderful afternoon.
If you’re wanting a stress free way to see the best parts of Istanbul with a reliable , professional and safe driver and a luxurious transport the. I recommend you book through here. My driver, Fikret , was the best. Communication before the pick up was outstanding and he arrived on time. His car is outstanding, and his driving and personality impeccable. This led to having an enjoyable multi-hour tour of some of the best sites on the Asian side of Istanbul. I had previously had the fortune being collected by Fikret from the airport on my arrival to Istanbul - again this service was outstanding- I would recommend booking him if you’re wanting a stress free way of getting from the airport to your hotel without dragging your bags on and off trains or worrying about dealing with dodgy taxis.
Unfortunately, this tour was not as advertised. We were picked up from our hotel by a very nice driver - but he did not know English. The tour also promised a "Personal tour guide - English" and we did not get one! We only had the driver, who communicated with us via WhatsApp translation. We had to give him our own itinerary (we used the one advertised for this tour!) - and when we asked for lunch recommendations in Kadikoy, he told us to use google! Not the driver's fault but very disappointing to not get a tour guide. We learnt nothing about the places we visited apart from what we searched up ourselves.
Hello Juliet, we thank you for reaching out and apologize to learn of the experience you had with your sightseeing ride, please reach out to our support team at hello@welcomepickups.com with your booking id so that they may look into all concerns and assist you further. Thank you
We had a private guide who drove us to sites on our own itinerary. Our guide was friendly and flexible.
