Itinerary

1. Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide

   Galata Bridge & Galata Tower

   • Sail past the historic Galata Bridge.

   • Admire panoramic views of the medieval Galata Tower rising above the skyline.

   Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque & Topkapı Palace

   • View the majestic silhouette of Hagia Sophia.

   • Glide past the seafront terraces of Topkapı Palace.

   Galataport & Cihangir Mosque

   • Pass the modern port complex and the elegant Cihangir Mosque.

   Istanbul Painting and Sculpture Museum

   • Observe the contemporary museum housed in the Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University complex.

   Dolmabahçe Mosque & Dolmabahçe Palace

   • Enjoy close-up views of the ornate mosque and the grand 19th-century Ottoman palace.

   Beşiktaş Stadium & Çırağan Palace

   • Pass Vodafone Park stadium.

   • Continue towards the luxurious Çırağan Palace Kempinski.

   Galatasaray University & Ortaköy Mosque

   • Admire the riverside campus and the picturesque Ortaköy Mosque.

   • Approach the iconic Bosphorus Bridge.

   Kuruçeşme, Arnavutköy & Bebek

   • See charming neighbourhoods known for waterfront mansions and vibrant culture.

   Rumeli Fortress

   • Reach the historic 15th-century stronghold built by Sultan Mehmed II.

   Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge (Second Bosphorus Bridge)

   • Cruise beneath the second suspension bridge marking the narrowest part of the strait.

   Asian Side Landmarks (Return Route) 11. Anadoluhisarı & Küçüksu Pavilion

   • Observe the medieval fortress and the elegant 19th-century hunting pavilion.

   Kandilli & Kuleli Military High School

   • Glide past traditional wooden mansions and the grand neoclassical Kuleli building.

   Çengelköy & Beylerbeyi Palace

   • Look toward the charming seaside district.

   • Admire the impressive Beylerbeyi Palace, once used for royal summer retreats.

   Kuzguncuk, Üsküdar & Maiden’s Tower (Kız Kulesi)

   • Pass Kuzguncuk’s colourful waterfront.

   • Continue towards Üsküdar.

   • Conclude the cruise with beautiful views of Maiden’s Tower, one of Istanbul’s most iconic symbols.

   End of Cruise: Return to Bosphorus Pier

   • Disembark at the starting pier.

   • Enjoy free time along the Bosphorus or continue exploring Istanbul independently.