Bosphorus Cruise
Overview
Embark on this Bosphorus boat cruise journey, where you’ll traverse the waters between the continents of Asia and Europe. The adventure kicks off with a convenient pick-up from your hotel in central Istanbul, followed by a visit to the bustling Spice Bazaar. Immerse yourself in the market’s energetic sounds and aromatic allure before proceeding to the captivating Bosphorus Straits.
Itinerary
Half-Day Bosphorus Cruise: Istanbul's Splendid Escape
8:30 – 8:45 / 13:10 – 13:45 Departure from your hotel to visit the Spice Bazaar (or Egyptian Bazaar). Filled with spices, dried fruits, nuts and seeds, lokum (Turkish delight) and other edibles, Spice Bazaar has a smell of the fragrance of the exotic East.
Then join a boat excursion on the Bosphorus on a shared tour. Enjoy viewing Ottoman palaces, Bosphorus bridge, citadels, centuries-old mansions and the European and Asian shorelines at the same time. At the end of the tour, you will be dropped back to your hotel.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop off (on the European side of Istanbul only)
- Bosphorus cruise
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Professional licensed English speaking guide during the tours
- Entrance fees
What's not included
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Good to know
- The Spice Market will not be included in the tour on Sunday and on the half-day Afternoon Bosphorus Cruise tour.
- During religious holidays, the spice market is closed
- Not wheelchair accessible
Frequently asked questions
What is your cancellation and refund policy?
If you need to cancel or change your travel dates, you must notify All Istanbul Tours at least 5 days before the tour starts. For a cancellation or date-change request received at least 5 days before the tour starts, the cost of all non-refundable flight and bus tickets will be deducted from the paid balance. For a cancellation or date-change request received less than 5 days before the tour starts, the full amount paid is non-refundable. If a traveler does not appear for the booked service, the reservation is treated as a no-show and the full amount paid is non-refundable.
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