Discover two fascinating sides of Istanbul on this half-day experience combining a scenic Bosphorus cruise with a visit to the vibrant Spice Bazaar. Immerse yourself in the city’s rich history, unique geography, and colorful local culture.
Make your way to the shores of the Bosphorus, board your boat, and set sail between Europe and Asia. As you cruise along the shoreline, admire iconic landmarks such as the magnificent Dolmabahçe Palace and the legendary Maiden’s Tower, standing gracefully in the middle of the water.
Continue with a visit to the historic Spice Bazaar, one of Istanbul’s most lively and atmospheric markets. Wander through stalls filled with colorful spices, aromatic herbs, honey, dried fruits, and a wide variety of local products.
Enjoy a tasting of traditional Turkish delights and selected nuts, discovering the authentic flavors that have been part of Ottoman culinary heritage for centuries.
Make your way to the shores of the Bosphorus, board your boat, and set sail between Europe and Asia. As you cruise along the shoreline, admire iconic landmarks such as the magnificent Dolmabahçe Palace and the legendary Maiden’s Tower, standing gracefully in the middle of the water.
Continue with a visit to the historic Spice Bazaar, one of Istanbul’s most lively and atmospheric markets. Wander through stalls filled with colorful spices, aromatic herbs, honey, dried fruits, and a wide variety of local products.
Enjoy a tasting of traditional Turkish delights and selected nuts, discovering the authentic flavors that have been part of Ottoman culinary heritage for centuries.
- Bosphorus Strait: Guests will see Istanbul and highlights of Bosphorus from the boat Bosphorus Cruise on private boat enjoying the straits of both Europe and Asia with a possibility to photograph the unique beauties of the Bosphorus.
- Halic: Golden Horn (from the bus), the arm of the Bosphorus and a natural harbour of the historical peninsula separating the old and the new parts of İstanbul where the first colonies settled during the Byzantines. The residential area for Byzantine Jews, Italian traders and other non-muslim minorities. Drive along the traces of history at Balat viewing Metal Church of St. Stephen the Bulgarian, Jewish Hospital (Or-Ahayim), Fener Orthodox Patriarchate and 22 kms. long Byzantine City Walls, strongest fortification of the middle age.
- Spice Bazaar, you will have chance to make shopping at one of the oldest bazaar in Istanbul famous with spices, fruits, vegetables, nuts, flowers etc.
مشمول
- Traditional Turkish Delight and Nut Tasting
- Professional guide
- Free hotel pick up from city center hotels
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional Live Guide
غير مشمول
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
