Board a boat for a narrated cruise of the fabled Straits of Bosphorus. Landmarks from the water and your guide recount the city´s colorful history. A stop for a visit to Dolmabahce Place and a trip to the Spice Market‘ Egyptian Bazaar will conclude this delightful day.

Tour Itinerary
through the waterway separating the two continents, Europe and Asia, with a possibility to take photographs of marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman architecture besides modern residential and luxurious apartments, Rumeli Fortress, Historical armament built by the Conqueror to control and protect Bosphorus. A unique example of military architecture Overnight stay in Istanbul. Dolmabahce Palace, the last residence for Ottoman Sultans with 365 rooms and 22 saloons. Famous with the great collection of European antiquity, furniture and 4.5 tons chandelier Bosphorus Bridge, unique chance to step from one continent (Europe) to another (Asia) in 2 minutes. Camlica Hill, exposing a panoramic view of Istanbul and Bosphorus from the best point of view.

LUNCH
Lunch, featuring a selection of Turkish cuisine.

SHOPPING
Grand Bazaar - Your guide escorts you to a store just outside the Grand Bazaar, your rendezvous point after experiencing the marketplace. Take in a carpet-weaving demonstration or explore the Bazaar, where the shops are organized by the wares they sell. The narrow alleys are filled with shops offering jewelry, carpets, leather ware, copper goods and more. Bargaining is expected - and half the fun.

TOUR PRICE INCLUDES
Pick up from/to hotel or Port. Professional English speaking tour guide, entrance fees air-conditioned non-smoking vehicles. Lunch (only on full day tours).

TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDES

Personal expenses, Beverages and tip to driver and guide

SPECIAL NOTES
Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase aboard the launch.

On Sundays, the Grand Bazaar is closed. Shopping will be limited and take place in the area nearby the Grand Bazaar..