Our driver will pick you up from hotel and connect to guide of the tour. Visit the Spice Bazaar which is a complex located behind Yeni Camii with 88 shops under same dome. Stroll through the haven of exotic smells, colors, tastes, lights and the sounds of vibrant Istanbul. Here, you'll find spices, herbs, and merchandise from the Silk Road throughout the ages. Save some small change to delight in some halva (fudge-like candy) which pairs nicely with some Turkish coffee.
Next, board a boat for a sightseeing journey on the Bosphorus, the forever-strategic water way between Europe and Asia that makes Istanbul unique. Take a drive over the bridge and enjoy the impressive view while crossing between Europe and Asia. Head to Camlica hill, the highest hill of Istanbul exposing you to an extensive panorama of the city and Bosphorus.
Visit the last royal residence of Ottoman dynasty,Beylerbeyi. This eclectic but spectacular palace contains a mix of Baroque and Art Nouveau and was purchased at a cost of 5 million Ottoman gold coins which would be equivalent to 35 tons of gold. Fourteen tons of gold, in the form of gold leaf, were used to gild the ceilings of the 45,000 square meter mono block palace.
Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Free Cancellation
- Duration: 8 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
Around 8:30am
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Departure Details :
Hotel
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Cancellation Policy : For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
Join a full-day tour of Istanbul to see many interesting sites important to the city's history. Visit the Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar), stroll through BeylerbeyiPalace and take in the panoramic views from Camlica hill. Enjoy a relaxing sightseeing cruise on the Bosphorus strait. Small-group tour is limited to 12 people and includes lunch and hotel pickup.
Highlights
- Step back in time on a history tour
- Hotel pickup included
- Lunch included
- Informative, friendly and professional guide
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Inclusions
Local taxes
Lunch
Driver/guide
Professional guide
Hotel pickup
Entry/Admission - Rustem Pasha Mosque
Entry/Admission - Beylerbeyi Palace
Exclusions
Drinks
Gratuities
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required