Istanbul Asia & Europe Tour with Bosphorus Cruise and Cable Car
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See more of Istanbul in one day with a full-day experience that brings together two continents, panoramic viewpoints, historic landmarks, a cable car ride, and a scenic Bosphorus cruise. Take in sweeping city views from Camlica Hill, discover the impressive Camlica Mosque, explore the elegant surroundings of Beylerbeyi Palace, and cross the Bosphorus Bridge between Asia and Europe. Continue through historic Eyup and enjoy the famous views from Pierre Loti Hill before taking the cable car down. During the land tour, your guide provides context for Istanbul's history, culture, and architecture, helping you experience the city beyond the usual sightseeing stops. Complete the experience with a relaxing Bosphorus cruise, sailing between the European and Asian shores while admiring palaces, mosques, bridges, fortresses, and waterfront mansions. A great choice for first-time visitors seeking a varied, scenic, and well-rounded introduction to Istanbul in a single day.
Your experience
Stop 1
Enjoy panoramic views of Istanbul and the Bosphorus from one of the city’s most famous viewpoints. It is a great spot for photos and for seeing both the Asian and European sides from above.
Stop 2
Visit one of Istanbul’s most impressive modern mosques, renowned for its grand architecture, elegant interior, and peaceful atmosphere. Your guide will introduce the mosque and explain its significance before giving you time to explore.
Stop 3
Visit Beylerbeyi Palace on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus and explore its waterfront gardens while learning about the palace's Ottoman history and architecture. Garden admission is included for all guests. Palace interior admission is not included but can be purchased separately during the tour. Guests who do not enter the palace interior can spend the allocated time in the gardens.
Stop 4
Cross the Bosphorus Bridge between Asia and Europe and enjoy views of the strait along the way. This iconic crossing is one of the most memorable ways to experience Istanbul, a city on two continents.
Stop 5
Enjoy about an hour of free time for lunch in the Eyup area, with several nearby restaurants to choose from. Lunch is not included. After lunch, briefly visit Eyup Sultan Mosque before continuing with the group.
Stop 6
After exploring Eyup, travel by vehicle to Pierre Loti Hill. Enjoy panoramic views of the Golden Horn from the famous Pierre Loti Café area, with free time for photos and to take in the scenery. Afterwards, descend the hill via cable car and continue the tour.
Stop 7
Complete the experience with a scenic 2-hour Bosphorus sightseeing cruise between Europe and Asia. Admire waterfront palaces, historic mansions, mosques, bridges, fortresses, and Istanbul's skyline from the water.
What’s included
- Free Tea & Nescafe on Board
- 2-Hour Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Cable Car Ticket
- Beylerbeyi Palace Gardens
- Free Wi-Fi on Board
- Professional Tour Guide
Not included
- Lunch and soft drink
- Beylerbeyi Palace interior admission
- Personal Expenses
- Tips / Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Meet at our Sirkeci office and arrive at least 15 minutes before the 09:00 departure for check-in. Please provide a valid phone number with country code, preferably via WhatsApp, so we can contact you if needed. If you need help finding the meeting point, contact us on WhatsApp.
Before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All options follow the same sightseeing route.
- Beylerbeyi Palace garden admission, the Eyup cable car ticket, and the 2-hour Bosphorus sightseeing cruise are included in both options.
- Lunch and Beylerbeyi Palace interior admission are not included in either option. Guests who wish to have lunch or enter the palace interior may purchase them separately during the tour.
- The tour does not operate on Mondays.
- Pickup and drop-off are included only with the Transfer option. Pickup is available from selected areas on the European side of Istanbul. Pickup from the Asian side is not available.
- The full experience lasts approximately 10-12 hours depending on the season, traffic, and Bosphorus cruise departure time.
- The Bosphorus cruise is included, but participation is optional. Guests without transfers who skip the cruise finish in the Eminonu area.
- Guests with the Transfer option receive return transportation whether they finish after the land tour or continue with the Bosphorus cruise.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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