itinerary |
| | Two Continents Tour and Asian Side Tour that you can visit Anatolian part of istanbul with history and panoramic view of bosphorus from camlica hill which is the hightest hill of Istanbul. |
| DAY 01 | Bosphorus - Two Continents Tour (Full Day)
CITY WALLS The first breach of the walls was by the FOURTH CRUSADE in 1204, the second by the cannons and troops of SULTAN MEHMET THE CONQUEROR in 1453. DRIVE BY BUS TO GOLDEN HORN As a natural and extremely secure harbor the Golden Horn has played an important role in the development of Istanbul. The inlet separates the European shore into two. It is approximately 8 km long, and the widest part is the enterance from the Bosphorus. Two streams drain into this inlet at its far end
SPICE BAZAAR(Egyptian Bazaar) The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other concievable herb and spice. BOSPHORUS ON BOAT A traditional excursion by boat along the waterway seperating Europe and Asia. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion you will pass the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace. RUMELI FORTRESS (From the sea) The biggest castle of Istanbul can be seen clearly during our Bosphorus Cruise. End of the bosphorus tour you will be transfered to your hotel. Bosphorus Tour will be end. BEYLERBEYI PALACE The summer residence of Ottoman Sultans with its original furniture and magnificent gardens with the HAREM on the ASIAN. BOSPHORUS BRIDGE Unique chance to step from one continent (ASIA) to another (EUROPE) CAMLICA HILL The highest point in Istanbul. At the top of it you can rest and admire the magnificent panorama of Istanbul and the Bosphorus from the beautiful gardens, landscaped in traditional style. |
Departure Point: Tour departs from centrally located Istanbul hotels
Departure Time: 8:30am
Return details: Tour returns to original point of departure at approximately 5:00pm
CLOSED: Beylerbeyi Palace on Monday / Thursday - Spice Bazaar on Sunday