Bosphorus Cruise With Spice Market - Morning

Highlights / General details

Upon our pick up from the hotel, a short drive brings us to the Eminonu Pier where we embark on a Bosphorus ferry for a 1, 5 hours long breathtaking cruise along the Bosphorus strait which runs right through Istanbul city and also between Asia and Europe continents. Our expert local guide explains us about several Ottoman palaces, ancient fortresses, suspension continental bridges and wealthy shore villages with typical Ottoman architecture that we view along the shore. Then have a guided visit at the colorful Spice Market from the 17th century where we can smell and taste various kinds of herbs and Turkish delights. If time permits, we have a short stop at an Istanbul leather wholesaler firm. After the tour drop off at Taksim or Sultanahmet Area.

Also vision during the tour: IMPERIAL GARDENS OF ROYAL YILDIZ PALACE; BOSPHORUS BRIDGE connecting EUROPE & ASIA continents; BEYLERBEYÄ° PALACE from the boat.

Inclusion

Pickup from and drop off to in-city hotels; Licensed local tour guide; Guiding language: English, Arabic, Persian, Spanish, Portuguese; Land transportation by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle; Admission fees for Bosphorus Ferry; Parking fees.

Exclusion

Tip to the guide & driver (optional).

Hours of operation

Available: Daily; Pick up time 7:30am and 8:40am. If you like to learn your exact pickup time please call local operator from the telephone numbers at the bottom of your voucher. Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays and will be replaced with the Archeological Museum.

Duration

Approximately 4 hours.

Location Tour departs from centrally located hotels.

Location

Tour departs from centrally located hotels.

Policies Be ready at your departure point 15 minutes prior. Drivers may be instructed to not to wait. 2 passenger minimum required to operate tour. In the rare event of lack of availability due to special events, an alternative day or a service may be advised. Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation