Istanbul: Full-Day 2-Sides City Tour with Lunch & Boat Tour
Discover both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul on this guided city tour. Start with pickup from your accommodation in central Istanbul and relax as you are whisked away to Camlica Hill where magnificent views of Istanbul and the Bosporus await you. Have time to capture some pictures before heading off to the Camlica Mosque, the largest mosque in Turkiye was opened in 2019 by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Due to its strategic location, it can be seen from every point in Istanbul. See where imperial Ottoman lords spent their summers with a visit to the 19th-century Beylerbeyi Palace. Enjoy this sumptuous space that was constructed during the rein of Sultan Abdulhamid 2. Make your way to the Eyup Mosque, one of the most holy and important mosques in all of Turkey. This mosque has a mausoleum marking the spot where Ebu Eyüp el-Ansari (companion of the Islamic prophet Muhammad) is said to have been buried. Head to Pierre Loti Hill, an area named after the French novelist which offers has spectacular views over the Golden Horn. Next, hop aboard a boat for a cruise of the Bosporus, giving you the chance to take in the historic sites from the water. Return to your accommodation after your cruise.