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Istanbul Highlight Tour with Bosphorus Cruise and Lunch

Istanbul, Turkeyby Sunny Travel Turkey

  • 7 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 15 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Spanish

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Overview

If you're visiting Istanbul for the first time, this tour is an easy and enjoyable way to experience the city's most famous landmarks in a single day. Walk through the historic Hippodrome, admire the beauty of the Blue Mosque, learn the story of Hagia Sophia from your licensed guide, explore the colorful Spice Bazaar, and enjoy a relaxing Bosphorus Cruise before sitting down for lunch at a restaurant on the Galata Bridge. We've planned the day to keep a comfortable pace, giving you enough time to enjoy each stop without feeling rushed. With hotel pickup and drop-off, a licensed English or Spanish-speaking guide, lunch, and the Bosphorus Cruise included, you can simply enjoy Istanbul while we take care of the details.

What's included

  • Small-group tour
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Licensed English or Spanish-speaking tour guide
  • Delicious lunch at a restaurant on the Galata Bridge
  • Bosphorus Cruise
  • Drinks during lunch
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Hippodrome

    30 min

    Step into the heart of ancient Constantinople and discover the historic square that once hosted chariot races, imperial ceremonies, and public celebrations.

  2. 2

    Blue Mosque

    45 min

    Visit one of Istanbul's most famous landmarks, admired for its elegant architecture, six minarets, and magnificent blue İznik tiles.

  3. 3

    Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

    Pass by

    Hear the remarkable story of Hagia Sophia from your guide while admiring one of the world's most iconic monuments from the outside.

  4. 4

    Misir Carsisi

    1 hour

    Explore Istanbul's historic Spice Bazaar, where colorful spices, Turkish delights, teas, and local delicacies fill the lively market

  5. 5

    Galata Koprusu

    1 hour

    Enjoy a freshly prepared Turkish lunch at a restaurant overlooking the Galata Bridge, one of Istanbul's most vibrant waterfront locations.

  6. 6

    Bosphorus Strait

    1.5 hours

    Relax on a scenic Bosphorus Cruise and admire Istanbul's beautiful skyline, historic palaces, waterfront mansions, and impressive bridges from the water.

Meeting and pickup

Complimentary pickup is available from centrally located hotels in Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Karaköy, Galata, and Taksim between 8:00 AM and 8:45 AM. Please be ready in your hotel lobby 5 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed one day before the tour via WhatsApp or email. If your hotel is outside the pickup area, we will provide the nearest convenient meeting point.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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