Golden Horn Tours and Tickets

Experience the many faces of Istanbul in one day on this small-group tour. Explore the Dolmabahce Palace, the last residence of the Ottoman Sultans, visit the Asian side for panoramic city views from Camlica Hill, and enjoy a 1.5-hour cruise between the continents on a Bosphorus cruise. Plus, visit other attractions often missed off itineraries, including the Fener Greek Patriarchate and Spice Market. Transport, lunch, and Sultanahmet and Taksim hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Admire beautiful architecture and capture stunning views of illustrious palaces during a full-day tour in Istanbul including a Bosphorus cruise. Aboard a cozy coach explore the highlights of Istanbul including the Walls of Constantinople, views of the Golden Horn and witness the lively Spice Bazaar on foot. You will then experience a must-do in Istanbul, a Bosphorus Strait sightseeing cruise. The cruise concludes with a visit to the beautiful Dolmabahce Palace where Istanbul's late sultans once resided. Plus, you will gaze over this east-meets-west city for eye-popping views at Yeditepe or Çamlā±ca Hill.

Take a journey through Istanbul's history, from the glory of Byzantine Empire to the power and prestige of the Ottoman era on this private full-day tour. Visit the Hippodrome, used for chariot races during Byzantine times and discover why the Blue Mosque was given its famous nickname. Venture underground to discover the 6th-century Basilica Cistern and tour the breath-taking Hagia Sophia, built by Constantine the Great. Finally, explore the Grand Bazaar, one of the world's oldest covered markets.

Discover a different side to Istanbul's history as you trace the route of the original Orient Express train, the legendary rail route that ran from Paris to Constantinople, on this unique 4-hour small-group walking tour. Learn all about the luxurious trains that connected Europe and Asia, and how they became famous around the world, even inspiring an Agatha Christie murder mystery. Finally, experience the nostalgia of 19th century Istanbul as you cross the Golden Horn by passenger ferry, visit the original Orient Express station and ride the historic Tünel funicular.

Discover Istanbul's spiritual heart and learn how the cosmopolitan city has been shaped by its many religions on this 4-hour private tour of the historic Muslim districts. Visit the Suleymaniye Mosque, an architectural masterpiece and the largest in the city, then admire the Iznik tile work of the Rustem Pasha Mosque and see the Mausoleum of the Sahabe Abu Ayyub al-Ansari. You'll also have chance to ride the cable car to the summit of Pierre Loti Hill in Eyup for a thrilling view over the Golden Horn.

Discover the vibrant meeting point of East and West and experience Istanbul through all five senses with this action-packed Super Saver, combining two of Istanbul's best-selling tours into one great-value package. First, enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour, including lunch, a 2.5-hour cruise along the Golden Horn and Bosphorus, and visits to the Spice Bazaar, Dolmabahçe Palace and the Rüstem Pasha Mosque. Next, savor the tastes of Istanbul on an evening food tasting tour and tuck into mezes, simit and kebabs, accompanied by live Turkish music.

Delve into Istanbul's Byzantine history on this 8-hour tour of the Golden Horn from Istanbul. Beginning with a ferry ride that covers both sides of the legendary waterway, straddled by the famous Galata Bridge, you'll stroll beside what remains of the 4th-century Walls of Constantinople, visit the hilltop perch of the mighty Palace of the Porphyrogenitus, and marvel at the Church of Cora, a magnificent example of early Christian architecture. See, too, the historic districts of Balat and Fener. Small-group tour limited to eight participants.

Experience a beautiful boat ride along the Bosphorus Strait and Golden Horn and wander the Spice Bazaar on this 3.5-hour guided tour in Istanbul. On this tour, you will discover the colorful Spice Bazaar and elegant Rüstem Pasha Mosque before spending the rest of the day sightseeing on the Bosphorus, a must-do in Istanbul. Explore the inlet to the Golden Horn which separates European Istanbul and capture amazing sights of Rumeli Fortress, Bosphorus bridge and Dolmabahçe Palace. With serene coastal views of the Old City it's no wonder people can't seem to put their camera down as they cruise the Bosphorus Strait.

Explore Istanbul like generations of Turks - by boat and on foot - with a 6-hour tour of two historic, atmospheric neighborhoods. Navigate the Golden Horn on a 30-minute trip from Karaköy to Fener in a fishing boat, and take sweeping views of the the city from the water. Follow your guide through Fener and Balat's colorful streets, and see narrow lanes lined with traditional houses. Visit Orthodox sites, a classic local coffee house and see the Byzantine art at the Chora Museum before returning to your hotel.

Uncover the rich history of Jewish culture during this privately guided tour in Istanbul. Explore old Jewish synagogues such as the Etz Ahayim Synagogue and Ashkenazi Synagogue and learn about Istanbul's vast Jewish heritage. Enjoy visits to famous sites like Galata Tower and the Jewish Museum of Turkey (referred to as the Zülfaris Synagogue) to grasp the depth of Jewish people's history from ancient times through Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires to present day.