Public Bosphorus Cruise in Istanbul: Half-Day Afternoon Tour

• Golden Horn Cruise: Sail past ancient neighborhoods and churches along this legendary waterway

• Rumeli Fortress: See this mighty Ottoman stronghold from the water and relive the conquest of Istanbul

• Pierre Loti Hill: Take a cable car to a hilltop café with spectacular Golden Horn views

• Palaces & Pavilions: Admire Dolmabahçe, Yıldız, and Beylerbeyi palaces from the sea

• Balat & Fener from the Water: Glimpse Istanbul's multicultural past through its riverside districts

Unwind your afternoon with a serene Bosphorus and Golden Horn cruise. Board a private boat and sail past palaces, mosques, fortresses, and bridges that tell the story of two empires. With a multilingual guide, cable car ride to Pierre Loti Café, and stunning waterfront views, this is the ideal half-day escape for culture lovers and curious travelers. All Tours

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✔️ Private boat cruise with commentary

✔️ A/C round-trip transfers from selected locations

✔️ Cable car to Pierre Loti Hill

✔️ Multilingual licensed guide

❌ Meals, drinks, and personal shopping

❌ Tips or extra expenses

• The Marmara Hotel (Taksim): 12:45–13:00

• Tamara Restaurant (Sultanahmet): 13:15

• Return service to same meeting points

• Your guide will meet you at the pickup point holding a Citio sign

• Please be ready at least 5 minutes before scheduled pickup time

• Cruise past iconic Istanbul landmarks from the comfort of a private boat

• Visit hidden gems along the Golden Horn including churches, synagogues, and Ottoman houses

• Enjoy breathtaking views from Pierre Loti Hill with a cable car ride

• Learn the historical context of what you see with live guide narration

• Children under 2 join for free; 2–7 years old receive 30% discount

• Tour is not wheelchair accessible

• Comfortable shoes recommended for walking and boarding

• Bookings must be completed by 16:00 for next-day participation

• No smoking on board; regular stops are scheduled