Bosphorus Tours and Tickets

Discover the sights around the Bosphorus on this full-day small-group Istanbul tour, including a sightseeing cruise. With an expert guide, learn about Istanbul's historical importance as a crossroads between Europe and Asia as you visit the Spice Bazaar and Beylerbeyi Palace. In between, enjoy lunch and a wonderful Bosphorus cruise on a shared sightseeing boat, gliding by palaces, villas and bustling waterfronts. Lastly, cross the Bosphorus Bridge for stellar city views from Camlica Hill. Lunch is included and numbers are limited to 12 for a personalized experience.

Cruise the Bosphorus Strait to the mouth of the Black Sea on a 6-hour, private yacht trip from Istanbul that you can customize to your preferences. Watch for dolphins as you navigate along the European and Asian shorelines, pause to swim and go fishing along the way or explore tiny traditional fishing communities. Enjoy a relaxing day outside of the city in a landscape of wild headlands, forests and resort towns.

Watch sunset illuminate the Golden Horn and Istanbul skyline on a 2-hour, private Bosphorus cruise aboard a luxurious yacht. Take in Ottoman palaces, grand villas, mosques and mansions from the water, and navigate the straits alongside Istanbul's fishing fleet, sailboats and yachts. Enjoy the exclusive use of the boat for a truly special, once in a lifetime experience.

Dine in style as you cruise past illuminated city landmarks like the Blue Mosque, Dolmabahçe Palace and the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge on this 3.5-hour evening cruise along the Bosphorus. Sample typical Turkish cuisine and wine as you watch the sunset over the Istanbul skyline, then settle back to enjoy some traditional entertainment, including belly dancing and folk music.

Visit a traditional spice bazaar, cruise the Bosphorus Strait, then take a shopping tour of Istanbul's distinctive handicrafts on a 7-hour city tour that includes round-trip transfer from your hotel or port. This guided tour offers an overview of the city sights, with all entrance fees included, and transport on an air-conditioned coach.

Sail between two continents and into the Black Sea on this full-day cruise along the Bosphorus Strait from Istanbul, with an onboard guide, plus a delicious included lunch on deck. Gaze over the shores of Europe and Asia as you cruise along the Istanbul Bosphorus; stop to visit the city's pretty Ortaköy neighborhood; and enjoy guided tours of the ornate Küçüksu Palace and Rumeli Fortress. Lastly, moor at the picturesque Black Sea village of Poyrazköy with time to swim in the sea; or explore the medieval castle of Anadolu KavaāŸā±.

Experience the splendour of the Ottoman sultans, explore Istanbul's lively Ortakoy district and cruise along the Bosphorus on this half-day tour. Enjoy a guided tour of the sumptuous Dolmabahce Palace, where highlights include the grand ballroom, a 4,000kg chandelier and the room where Ataturk died, then admire the grand villas, palaces and gardens along the Bosphorus waterfront on a scenic cruise.

Raise the sails and cast off the lines for a full-day sailing adventure along the Istanbul coast. Take in the stunning city skyline from the water as you relax on deck, and soak up the Turkish sunshine. Watch the colorful boats on the Bosphorus Strait while you tack and jibe across the water, enjoying your time away from the busy city streets. Come to shore for lunch in a local restaurant, then return to the ship for an afternoon of more scenic sailing before returning to your hotel.

Take a breather from Istanbul's crowds and enjoy lunch on the water on this 5-hour Bosphorus and Black sea sightseeing cruise. Glide by landmarks such as the Rumeli Fortress and Bosphorus Bridge, and sail onto the Black Sea to swim at the fishing village of Poyrazköy or see the medieval castle at Anadolu KavaāŸā±. An onboard Turkish lunch, snacks and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Make the most of a day's cruise stop in Istanbul with this 7-hour city highlights tour. Visit the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace, charting Istanbul's history as a Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman capital, and the importance of its location straddling Europe and Asia. Plus, punctuate your visits with time at the Hippodrome, where chariot races were held, and the Grand Bazaar, a souvenir-hunter's dream. Air-conditioned minivan transport and entrance fees included.

Realize the true impact of the Byzantine Empire on Turkey during this 3-hour guided history of Constantinople tour in Istanbul. Step back in time almost 1700 years and discover how Istanbul's famous religious architecture and monuments took shape during this age of Christianity. Explore prime examples such as the Holy Virgin at the Church of St Mary of Blachernae, the Walls of Constantinople, and the ruins of Blachernae Palace. The legacy created by the Byzantine empire is uncovered on this tour.

Explore both sides of Istanbul and set foot on two different continents during this full-day comprehensive tour. Cross the Bosphorus Strait via ferry and take a walking tour of the Uskudar and Kadikoy neighborhoods to visit key landmarks and sample Turkish products at the local markets. Then head back to the European side and learn how to make your own Turkish delights in a cooking class.

Explore Istanbul with your own personal guide on a full-day tour of the city that includes a 2-hour Bosphorus cruise aboard a private yacht. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour as you visit a stunning palace and mosque, and soak up the exotic scents of the Spice Bazaar. Walk through the atmospheric neighborhood of Ortakoy, then leave the shore behind for a luxurious cruise. Watch the sun set over the Bosphorus while you discover unforgettable views of waterside villages, palaces and ports.

Explore the final home of the Ottoman Sultans on a 4-hour, guided tour of Dolmabahce Palace that includes round-trip transport from Istanbul and all entrance fees. Discover the highlights of the vast complex, where manicured gardens, antiquities, and ornate architecture overlook the Bosphorus Strait.

See Istanbul on a full-day coach tour that includes a cruise on the Bosphorous River, which divides the continents of Asia and Europe. Cross the water by driving over the Bosphorus Bridge then take in the views from Camlica Hill, the highest point of Istanbul. Visit Beylerbeyi Palace - an architectural gem from the Ottoman Empire, then take in fragrant and colorful spices and other goods of the Egyptian Spice Bazaar. Cruise the Bosphorus River by boat for great views of Dolmabahce Palace, Beylerbeyi Palace, waterfront mansions and the stunning city skyline.

Seize the unique opportunity to visit two continents in one day as you explore both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul on this full-day tour, including lunch. Tour the lavish Beylerbeyi Palace, stroll around the vibrant Spice Bazaar, and enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour cruise along the Bosphorus, passing landmarks like the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace.

During your stay in Antalya, fly to Istanbul for a full-day tour of the top attractions in the old city of Sultahnamet. Visit Topkapā± Palace, the Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, and the Egyptian (Spice) Bazaar, then have the option to take a sightseeing cruise on the Bosphorus River and have dinner before your return flight. Includes round-trip plane tickets, guide, entrance fees to Topkapi Palace, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Discover the ancient history of Troy on a full-day sightseeing tour from Istanbul. Travel by comfortable coach through the European side of Turkey to Gallipoli. Cross the Dardanelles Strait by ferry to reach Troy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your guide shows you highlights including a replica of the Trojan Horse, ancient ruins from nine different epochs, the Roman Temple (Bouleuterion) and more. Includes lunch, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Witness the beauty of Istanbul at dusk on this 1.5-hour evening sightseeing cruise and watch the sunset over both the European and Asian sides. The on board loud speaker will highlight all the sights as you sail past, so keep a look out for Topkapi Palace, Maiden's Tower, Ortaköy & Mecidiye Mosque, Dolmabahce Palace, the Bosphorus Bridge and Cā±ragan Palace.

Spend a pleasant afternoon exploring the Bosphorus Strait and the Black Sea during this cruise from Istanbul. Before departing, taste traditional Turkish meze and other specialties aboard the boat at the dock and then begin your cruise of the Bosphorus Strait from Rumeli Hisarā± Fortress. You will see top attractions like Galata Tower and the Bosphorus Bridge as you cruise into the Black Sea. Plus, discover the old fortress remnants at Anadolu KavaāŸā± and even stop for dip into the Black Sea at Poyrazköy, a charming seaside village.