Enjoy the discovery of Istanbul by Bus from the land & by Boat along the Bosphorus
Experience Istanbul like never before – from the streets on a guided bus tour and from the Bosphorus on a relaxing boat cruise.
Overview
Experience Istanbul from both land and sea on this 6-hour guided Bus & Boat City Sightseeing Tour. Explore the majestic Dolmabahçe Palace, cruise along the Bosphorus and Golden Horn, visit an Ottoman palace on the Asian side, and enjoy the stunning views from Pierre Loti Hill by cable car. This tour combines Istanbul’s rich history, culture, and breathtaking scenery for an unforgettable day.
City: Istanbul, Turkey
Duration: ~6 Hours
Availability: Daily
Highlights
Guided walking tour of Dolmabahçe Palace – skip the long queues
2.5-hour Bosphorus & Golden Horn Cruise with live commentary
Discover Istanbul’s landmarks: Galata Tower, Ortaköy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, Maiden’s Tower
Visit an Ottoman gem: Küçüksu Palace (or Rumeli Fortress on certain days)
Bus journey through historic neighborhoods of the Golden Horn (Eminönü, Balat, Eyüp)
Free time at Pierre Loti Hill with the option of a cable car ride down
See the impressive Old City Walls on the return trip
Itinerary
09:30 AM – Hotel Pick-Up
Guests are collected from their hotels in Fatih, Beyoğlu, or Beşiktaş and transferred to Dolmabahçe Palace to start the day’s exploration.
10:00 – 11:30 AM – Dolmabahçe Palace Visit
Guided walking tour of the palace, exploring opulent rooms, halls, and collections. Skip-the-line access ensures maximum sightseeing time.
11:45 AM – Transfer to Eminönü Pier
Board the boat for the Bosphorus & Golden Horn cruise.
12:00 – 2:30 PM – Bosphorus & Golden Horn Boat Tour
Cruise along the European side: Galata Tower, Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress
Cross to the Asian side: Visit Küçüksu Palace (or Rumeli Fortress, day-dependent), Anatolian Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace, Kuleli Military School, Maiden’s Tower
Enjoy onboard refreshments and learn history from the guide
2:30 – 3:00 PM – Bus Transfer through Golden Horn
Travel along historic neighborhoods such as Eminönü, Balat, and Eyüp, listening to insights about the city’s heritage.
3:00 – 4:00 PM – Pierre Loti Hill Stop
4:00 – 5:00 PM – Return via Old City Walls
Drive past the Great Walls of Istanbul back to Sultanahmet Square. End of tour and drop-off.
