Half-Day Istanbul Tour: Bosphorus Cruise, Palaces & Two Continents

• Cruise the Bosphorus: Admire Ottoman palaces, waterside villas, and iconic bridges from a private boat

• See Rumeli Fortress: View this 15th-century stronghold guarding the narrowest point of the strait

• Explore Balat & Fener: Walk through colorful historic neighborhoods along the Golden Horn, home to churches, synagogues, and Greek Orthodox heritage

• Ride to Pierre Loti Hill: Take the cable car and enjoy Turkish tea with panoramic city views

• Discover Dolmabahçe Palace: See the imperial grandeur and ornate halls of the final Ottoman residence

• Visit Beylerbeyi Palace: Explore the elegant summer palace on the Asian shore

• Finish at Çamlıca Hill: Take in sweeping views from Istanbul's highest natural point

• Browse the Spice Bazaar: See stalls offering spices, tea, sweets, and souvenirs

• Enjoy lunch: Sit down for a traditional Turkish meal at a local restaurant

• Explore more by water: Find handpicked Istanbul Bosphorus tours cruise options and curated Istanbul day tours

Full-Day Tour (Approximately 7–8 hours)

✔️ Round-trip A/C transportation from designated pick-up points

✔️ Multilingual licensed guide throughout

✔️ Entry to Spice Bazaar and Basilica Cistern

✔️ Traditional lunch at a local Turkish restaurant

❌ Personal expenses or souvenirs

❌ Alcoholic beverages

• The Marmara Hotel (Taksim): 08:00–08:15 / 13:00–13:15

• Tamara Restaurant (Sultanahmet): 08:30 / 13:15

• Return to the same meeting points after the tour

• Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour

• No smoking during the tour; regular comfort stops are included

• Bookings must be made by 16:00 for next-day availability

• Citio is not responsible for site closures or lost belongings

• Please arrive on time at pickup locations