Golden Horn and Bosphorus Cruise Tour

Duration: 3 hours

Provided by Viaurbis Tours

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Overview of the tour in Istanbul

A Bosphorus cruise is a must-do on any trip to Istanbul. Onboard this scenic boat tour, we’ll navigate the waters of the Golden Horn and Boshorus, the oldest and most historic quarter of this vibrant Turkish city.

At the appointed time, we will meet at **La Pasión Turca** shop. From there, we will walk towards the **Ahirkapi Pier** to embark on a cruise that will offer us a stunning view of the sunset over the Bosphorus Strait.

As we sail, we will witness the mesmerizing purple, orange, and scarlet hues of the Istanbul sunset paint iconic landmarks with romantic colors. These include the Maiden's Tower, the Bosphorus Bridge, and the magnificent Ortaköy Mosque, located right on the shore of the strait. Throughout the cruise, a knowledgeable guide will provide insights and details about each monument we pass.

After two hours of peaceful sailing, we will return to the same pier where our delightful **Bosphorus boat tour began.

This activity includes:

Professional English-speaking guide
Bosphorus cruise

Meeting point

Pasion turca

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On arrival

Meeting point: at 3.00 PM in PASION TURCA
Address: Alemdar Mah. Çatalçeşme Sk. Üretmen Han No: 29 A Fatih/ İstanbul

34122 Fatih/İstanbul
ACROSS THE FIRE STATION

Things to note

For about an hour, we'll explore the city and discover some of its most iconic monuments, including the Byzantine mural. Did you know that it's considered one of the most important artworks in Constantinople?

Then, we'll walk to the port to board the boat that'll take us to explore the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn and embark on a sightseeing adventure to visit the most outstanding tourist attractions in the city from the water. For an hour and a half, we'll sail through the Golden Horn, the oldest quarter in Ottoman Istanbul.

From the boat, we'll see iconic landmarks such as the Hagia Sophia, the Topkapi Palace, and the Galata Tower. Afterward, we'll continue sailing along the Bosphorus, crossing its famous bridges and continue admiring other major sights of Istanbul, such as the Dolmabahç Palace, Çırağan Palace, the Ortaköy Mosque or the Rumelihisari Fortress.

The boat will take us to the Asian side of Istanbul, where we'll arrive at approximately 6 pm. Here you'll have two options: you can either get off the boat to explore the Üsküdar port and return on your own later, or stay on board and return to the port of departure on the ship. It's up to you.