HISTORICAL TOUR OF ISTANBUL WITH BOSPHORUS SUNSET CRUISE Discover Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks and enjoy a luxury Bosphorus sunset cruise in one unforgettable day. This full-day tour includes the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar, combining the city’s rich history with stunning waterfront views. Benefit from skip-the-line access at Topkapi Palace and enjoy more time exploring the magnificent residence of the Ottoman sultans. Admire remarkable architecture, beautiful Byzantine details, imperial treasures, and the vibrant atmosphere of the historic bazaar. After exploring the Old City, continue with a magical Bosphorus cruise aboard a luxury yacht, sailing past Dolmabahçe Palace, the Bosphorus bridges, and elegant waterfront mansions on both the European and Asian shores.

Itinerary

Start Point

We can meet you right in front of the Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts…

Stop 1

The Hippodrome of Constantinople was a circus that was the sporting and social centre of…

Stop 2

The German Fountain is a gazebo styled fountain in the northern end of old hippodrome,…

Stop 3

The Walled Obelisk, Constantine Obelisk or Masonry Obelisk is situated near the Serpentine Column at…

Stop 4

The Obelisk of Theodosius is the Ancient Egyptian obelisk of Pharaoh Thutmose III re-erected in…

Stop 5

Sultan Ahmed Mosque is a historic mosque located in Istanbul, Turkey. It remains a functioning…

Stop 6

Hagia Sophia is the former Greek Orthodox Christian patriarchal cathedral, later an Ottoman imperial mosque…

Stop 7

The Topkapı Palace, or the Seraglio, is a large museum in Istanbul, Turkey. In the…

Stop 8

Dolmabahce Palace stands on the European shore of the Bosphorus and the with its various…

Stop 9

The Grand Bazaar (Kapalı Çarşı), built in the 15th century, is the oldest covered market…

Stop 10

Istanbul is a bridge between Europe and Asia, the Black Sea and the Mediterranean, a…

Stop 11

At the narrowest point of the Bosphorus stands the Rumelihisarr Fortress, built by Sultan Mehmet,…

Stop 12

Ortaköy Mosque, officially the Büyük Mecidiye Camii in Beşiktaş, Istanbul, Turkey, is situated at the…

Stop 13

Which was inaugurated on October 29, 1973 on the fiftieth anniversary of the Turkish Republic,…

Stop 14

The Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, also known as the Second Bosphorus Bridge, is a bridge…

Stop 15

Situated on the Asiatic shore of the Bosphorus between the villages of Kuzguncuk and Cengelköy,…

Stop 16

About 180 metres away from the shores of Üsküdar stands this tower which bears two…

Stop 17

The summer Palace of Kucuksu, sometimes called the Palace of Göksu, is situated between the…

Stop 18

On the opposite bank stands the Anadoluhisari Fortress by the Göksu stream. This romantic castle…

Stop 19

GOLDEN HORN The Golden Horn, also known by its modern Turkish name, Haliç, is a…

Stop 20

The Bosphorus has an inlet, a natural harbor which is an arm of the Sea…

Stop 21

Golden Horn, Istanbul, Turkey As the sun sets in Istanbul, its yellow light blazes on…

Stop 22

The Galata Tower — called Christea Turris by the Genoese — is a medieval stone…

End Point

The cruise part will end in Kabataş Pier

What’s included

Fresh seasonal fruits served on board
Assorted cookies and traditional Turkish baklava
2.5-hour sunset cruise on a luxury yacht
Professional English-speaking tour guide
Round-trip hotel transfers from centrally located hotels in the Fatih and Beyoğlu areas

Not Included

Entrance ticket fee for Hagia Sophia (25 euro per person) Fast-track tickets are available on site.
Topkapi Palace – Fast-track tickets are available on site.
Drinks during lunch
Personal expenses and souvenirs

Additional Information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays, we visit Dolmabahce Palace on Tuesdays.
The old city, Sultanahmet is closed for car traffic, travelers visit the sights by walking. There is quite a lot of walkings, so please wear comfortable shoes and get ready for a long walking day right before a very enjoyable luxury yacht cruise.
The sunset cruise ends at 21.00 from 01st May to end of July.
The tour guide will contact you one day before to coordinate the hotels pick services (if your hotel is in the city center) or the meeting point.
The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and it may be replaced with Spice Bazaar or Arasta Bazaar
Ladies are recommended to bring scarfs to use while visiting the Blue Mosque
Museum tickets are not included, the tour guide can provide fast-track musem entry tickets on the tour.

Cancellation Policy

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

Cancellation Window	Refund Eligibility
24 hours or more before start time	100% refund (Full refund)
Less than 24 hours before start time	Non-refundable (0%)

This experience may be cancelled due to bad weather. This experience may be cancelled if there are not enough travelers.

Age Policy

Infant: 0–2 years · Child: 3–6 years · Youth: 7–10 years · Adult: 11–70 years · Senior: 71–99 years

Specification: All in One Day Istanbul – Historical Tour of Istanbul with Bosphorus Cruise

Ticket Type	Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group Size	Up to 20 travelers
Confirmation	Instant Confirmation
Good For	Cruise Passengers
Language	English
Time of Day	Daytime
Tour Type	Shared