Istanbul Tour: Explore Two Continents in One Day

Embark on a full-day Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise and Dolmabahce Palace Tour with a private guide. Explore the rich history of Istanbul and discover two continents in one day.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Rustem Pasha Mosque - After you are informed how unique the tiles used in this mosque are and see very special motives such as the tree of life and tulip designs you are also going to learn about the bloody plots of Grand vizier Rüstem Pasha.
  • Misir Carsisi (Spice Market) - As you know Istanbul throughout history became a commercial center and…
What's Included
  • Public boat ticket
  • Public transportation
What's Not Included
  • Dolmabahce Palace entrance fee (1500.-Turkish Lira around 9.-USD)
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Istanbul is a singular city, distinguished as the only one established across two separate continents. It’s a destination that promises to exceed your expectations and offers an opportunity for a historic journey through which you can traverse two unique continents within a single day. This trip doesn’t only immerse you in the city’s ancient past, but…

Location
Rustem Pasha Mosque
62 HasIrcIlar Carsisi, Eminonu
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Tamara_b
Oct 27, 2025
Getting too know Istanbul - The tour was confusing at first because a different tour guide met us instead of the one we were texting back and forth. However, Ipek was excellent.,We also misunderstood that the transportation was on city trams and not personal vehicles so this should be stated more clearly in the tour description. Ipek was full of information about each site, was very friendly and even loaned me a head scarf. She gave us some short rest breaks and even bought us some waters. We toured the Dolhambache Palace including the harem where she told us all about the former residents and history of Turkey. Then we went on a cruise on the Bosphourus and she pointed out what most of the buildings were on the shoreline.,We went into a Mosque with even bluer tile than the Blue Mosque! Then we went through the Spice Bazaar which was so crowded due to some large tours going through. Our access onto numerous trams was very smooth. I would highly recommend Ipek to you and hope we encounter her again someday. You may be quite tired at the end of the tour, but we are older!
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947flyg
Aug 5, 2024
A wonderful Tour with Apo! - We spent our honeymoon in Istanbul. We found Abdullah, who was our tour guide, to be excellent. He put together a fantastic itinerary for us. He's very enthusiastic and kind, especially on the Bosphorus cruise tour. We felt very special. Thank you for everyting Apo. Greetings from Vienna!
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148_peks
Jul 16, 2024
Incredible experience - Apo was a perfect guide. You shouldn’t miss his tour if you are in Istanbul. The places we’ve been to explained well and with lots of interesting stories.
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Can
Aug 11, 2023
The best Turkish tour guide ever. Believe me, he has excellent networks and it can make you feel at home. - l think he is a philosopher who still alive and you can reach him out. Apo is not only a professional experienced tour guide but also knowledgeable and intellectual one. There is no any limit to ask him about city, history and Turkish cuisine. l had the best gourmet tour with him and all l've tested and felt still on my tongue. Finally, we became a good friend and hanging out in every chances. Highly recommend pure spirit, enthusiastic person. Do not miss your chance to meet with him.
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Donaldch6792yn
Feb 7, 2023
Like Strolling Istanbul with a Friend - Within the first 10 minutes, we felt like we were touring Istanbul with a Friend. I'm always nervous paying a "stranger" to take us on a tour. Apo makes you feel at ease immediately . . .and confirms you made the right decision. Any guide can learn information (and his is knowledge is skilled), but Apo's ability to put you at ease is epic. And in a city that is "mysterious" to most outsiders, our comfort level was crucial . . .and Apo stepped up! He knows everyone, and everyone knows him; in a city the size of Istanbul, that is always a good sign. One of his strongpoint, too, is recommending places for you to go AFTER your tour. Restaurants, hamams, trinket shops. Take a pencil so you can write down all his recommendations for your time AWAY from him, later. If I am wrong, come back to TripAdvisor and scold me, but I am sure I will not hear that from anyone.
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From $250 (Per Group)
up to 8 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).