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İstanbul Guided Bosphorus Cruise Balat Pierre Loti Hill W/ Ticket

4.2(72)1 hour
VIATOR3.6(16)TRIPADVISOR4.4(56)

Description

Discover the highlights of Istanbul on this tour. Sail between two continents on a Bosphorus Strait cruise, explore the wonders of the Golden Horn, Balat and ride a cable car down Pierre Loti Hill.

Tour Options

T3A Without Hotel Pick-up
  • Duration: 4 hours: This option does not include Hotel pickup & drop-off, but include All tickets.
T3A With Hotel Pick-up
  • Duration: 4 hours: This option includes All tickets and Hotel pickup & drop-off from City Center Hotels Pickup included

Itinerary

17 min

In the afternoon, board a comfortable coach for a scenic drive along the Golden Horn (We ll pass by without stopping) With your guide narrating the history, spot traditional wooden houses, historic churches, synagogues, mosques and remnants of the ancient Roman Wall.

40 min

We ascent to the Pierre Loti Hill by bus. You can take a photo in this beautiful place with a perfect view of the Golden Horn. This hill got its name from the famous French novelist who lived in Istanbul for a while and wrote his novel "Aziyade"

Admission included3 min

We descent from Pierre Loti Hill by cable car.

30 min

Visit the revered Eyüp Sultan Mosque and the tomb of Abu Ayyub al-Ansari, a close companion of Prophet Muhammad. Learn how this sacred site became the ceremonial location for the coronation of Ottoman sultans, where they were girded with the Sword of Osman at the start of their reigns.

20 min

Continue your tour through the center of Balat, the Istanbul’s most colorful neighborhood. Once home to diverse communities including Ottoman Orthodox Greeks, Jews and Armenians, these districts reflect a rich cultural mosaic. Discover their most iconic landmarks, where centuries of history, religion and architecture come together in a unique atmosphere.

30 min

Break for rest some minutes & Taste Turkish delight, apple tea etc

Admission included90 min

Bosphorus Cruise Enjoy the historical sightseeing from the sea by seeing the Golden horn, Topkapı palace, Dolma Bahçe palace, The Hagia Sophia Mosque, Maiden’s tower, Galata tower, Blue mosque, Ortakoy mosque, and the two continents Europe and Asia with the two Bridges connecting them

Highlights

Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Local Taxes
Hotel pickup and drop-off (If option selected)
Pierre Loti Hill Cable Car ticket
Visit center of Balat & Fener
Abu Ayyub Al-Ansari Mosque & Tomb visit
Bosphorus Tour Cruise ticket

What's included

Included
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Local Taxes
Hotel pickup and drop-off (If option selected)
Pierre Loti Hill Cable Car ticket
Visit center of Balat & Fener
Abu Ayyub Al-Ansari Mosque & Tomb visit
Bosphorus Tour Cruise ticket
Not included
Food and Drinks
Tips

Pickup Locations & Times

Hotel pick-up and drop-off from centrally located Istanbul hotels. Before the tour start time, each hotel has a fixed departure time.

Traveller Ratings

4.2
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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(72)

4.2
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