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Asian Castle in the Bosphorus with Ortaköy

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Asian Castle in the Bosphorus with Ortaköy

This tour, which offers you the opportunity to discover the magical atmosphere and rich history of Istanbul in one day, starts early in the morning by meeting our guide holding a blue umbrella in front of the Spice Bazaar. Passing through the fragrant spice stalls and enjoying the unique view of the Bosphorus, we will experience pleasant moments between the continents of Europe and Asia and explore the historical neighborhoods from Üsküdar to Anadolu Hisarı by ferry. We will taste the famous yogurt in Kanlıca, walk along the beach and visit the elegant mosques in Üsküdar and Ortaköy. By the end of the day, we will have completed an adventure full of Istanbul's cultural heritage and natural beauties.

Included in the Tour

  • Ferry tickets for sea road passing as indicated in the itinerary.
  • Accredited official guide fluent in English and Spanish.
  • Entrance fee of the Küçüksu Pavillion.
  • Headphones for groups of more than 15 people.

Not Included in the Tour

  • Lunch is not included.
  • Tips for the guide.
  • Transfer from/to hotel is not included.
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Itinerary

Our tour starts with a meeting at the Spice Bazaar at 08:30 and continues with a Bosphorus Cruise at 10:00. After arriving in Üsküdar at 11:15, we board the ferry to Anadolu Hisarı at 11:35. At 12:15, after exploring Anadolu Hisarı and Küçüksu, we reach Kanlıca at 14:35 and have a lunch break here. At 16:10 we return from Kanlıca to Üsküdar, visit Mihrimah Sultan Mosque at 17:00 and take the ferry to Ortaköy at 17:30. At 17:40, after seeing Ortaköy Mecidiye Mosque, we end our tour at 19:00. If you wish, you can contact our guide at the end of the tour and purchase a transfer to your hotel.

08:30 Spice Bazaar

Our tour starts at 08:30 in the morning by meeting our guide in front of the Spice Bazaar. You can easily recognize our guide by the blue umbrella in his hand. After a short introduction, we set off to explore the historical and cultural texture of Istanbul. Here you can wander around the stalls full of delicious spices, Turkish delights and local products and breathe in the mystical atmosphere of the bazaar.

We board our boat to discover the beauties of the Bosphorus with the fresh sea air. As we closely observe the magnificent view that connects the continents of Europe and Asia, our guide tells the history of the mansions, palaces and bridges on the Bosphorus. Seeing this unique silhouette of Istanbul from the sea makes for a great start to the tour.

We board the ferry from Üsküdar pier and take a pleasant journey to Anadolu Hisarı. During this short ferry ride on the Bosphorus, the view of Istanbul will offer very interesting shots for photography enthusiasts.

After reaching Anadolu Hisarı, we take a short walk and visit the historic Küçüksu Pavilion, built by Sultan Abdülmecid in the 19th century by Nigoğos Balyan. We listen to the history of the historical Anadolu Hisarı and spend time in the tranquil atmosphere of this neighborhood on the shores of the Bosphorus. The historical buildings and natural beauties here help you get to know the Anatolian side of Istanbul better.

After a short break, we board the ferry again and set off for Kanlıca, our next stop. Don't forget to enjoy the unique view from the cool waters of the Bosphorus.

As soon as you arrive in Kanlıca, you will have the opportunity to taste the famous Kanlıca yogurt. We have free time to take a short walk on the beach and try local delicacies. The serene atmosphere of Kanlıca will allow you to spend your lunch hours with pleasure.

We board the ferry to continue our trip from where we left off and set off for Üsküdar again. This journey will allow you to see the beauties of the Bosphorus from a different perspective.

After arriving in Üsküdar, we visit Mihrimah Sultan Mosque, one of the elegant works of Mimar Sinan. We see the architectural splendor of the Ottoman period up close and get detailed information from our guide about the story of the mosque and its construction.

From Üsküdar pier, we take the ferry once again to Ortaköy on the European side. During the short and pleasant ferry ride, you can watch the insatiable view of the Bosphorus near sunset.

As soon as we arrive in Ortaköy, we go to Ortaköy Mecidiye Mosque, which has one of the most beautiful views of the Bosphorus. After our visit to the mosque, we will have a short free time to explore Ortaköy's famous kumpir and waffle stands and take a walk along the Bosphorus.

Our tour ends in the evening. If you wish, you can easily reach your hotel by purchasing a transfer service from our guide. Thank you for enjoying the historical and cultural richness as well as the unique atmosphere of the Bosphorus on this delightful route of Istanbul. Hope to see you again on our next trip!

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