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Turkey Istanbul Sightseeing Helicopter Tour with Group or Private

45 Minutes Round trip from Uskumruköy Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy a helicopter sightseeing flight over Istanbul
02 Take in aerial views of the Bosphorus, Golden Horn, and Historical Peninsula
03 See landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Topkapı Palace from above
04 Fly past waterfront palaces, bridges, fortresses, and city skylines
05 Choose between a group sightseeing option or a private flight
06 Experience Istanbul’s historical, cultural, and natural beauty from the sky

See Istanbul from a spectacular new perspective on this helicopter sightseeing experience above one of the world’s most iconic cities. Fly over the Bosphorus, the Historical Peninsula, and the Golden Horn as you take in a sweeping aerial view of palaces, mosques, fortresses, bridges, and waterfront neighborhoods.

Depending on the option selected, you can join a sightseeing flight covering major landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapı Palace, Dolmabahçe Palace, and the Bosphorus shoreline, or choose a private experience with a route and timing arranged especially for you. It’s a memorable way to appreciate Istanbul’s historical, cultural, and natural beauty in a short amount of time.

See Istanbul from a spectacular new perspective on this helicopter sightseeing experience above one of the world’s most iconic cities.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 45 Minutes

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Istanbul

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

15 Minitues sightseeing helicopter tour

You can see near the Bosphorus (Anatolian Side):
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, Anadolu Hisari, the Khedive's Summer Palace (Hidiv Kasri), Küçüksu Palace (Küçüksu Kasrı), Beylerbeyi Palace, Kuleli Military High School, Bosphorus Bridge, Uskudar, Maiden's Tower (Kız Kulesi), Selimiye Barracks, Haydarpasa Port, Haydarpaşa Train Station, Kadikoy, Fenerbahce Ş.Saraçoğlu Stadium, Kalamış, Fenerbahce Burnu

You can see near the Historical Peninsula (Tarihi Yarımada):
Suleymaniye Mosque, Beyazit Tower, Grand Bazaar, Hipodrom, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace.

You can see near the Golden Horn (Halic):
Galata Bridge, Church of the Pantocrator, Valens Aqueduct, Patriarchal Church of St. George (Fener Patriarchal), Fatih Mosque, Rahmi Koc Museum, Church of St Stephen of the Bulgars (Metal Kilise), Eyup Sultan, Pierre Loti Cafe, Feshane, Surlar (Sea Walls), Kariye Museum, Miniaturk.

You can see near the Bosphorus (European Side):
Galata Tower, Dolmabahce Palace, Inonu Stadium, Taksim Square, Ciragan Palace, Bosphorus Bridge, Ortakoy Square and Mosque, Rumeli Hisari (Fortress of Europe), Bebek Cove, business centers in Levent and Maslak, Turk Telekom Arena Galatasaray Stadium.

Day 02

special private tour

You decide the day, time and the route; we make you fly...

On the skies of Istanbul bearing unique beauties, at the time you desire, and again, on the route you decide...

Istanbul Helicopter Tour Everyday!

At any time of the day, from Kaan Heliport or from a point that you determine at the city center, at times you desire and special only for you.

The price of our panoramic helicopter tour allowing you to watch historical, cultural and natural beauties of Istanbul from the sky with 7 seated AW 119 Helicopter

You Will Discover Istanbul Once Again.

During tours with VIP-design helicopters, you will witness the unique and magical beauty of Istanbul from the sky and you will discover Istanbul once again.

Our helicopter tours allow you to visit and take a bird's-eye view of many points of the city in a short time. An unforgettable experience is waiting for you on the route including the Golden Horn, Historical Peninsula and the Bosphorus.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Uskumruköy 1 city · 45 Minutes

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

ENTRY OR ADMISSION FEE
FUEL SURCHARGE
LANDING AND FACILITY FEES
PARKING FEES
ENTRY TAX
DEPARTURE TAX
NATIONAL PARK ENTRANCE FEE
GOODS AND SERVICES TAX

What's Not Included

Photos And Videos(Available to purchase)
Pick up and Drop Off service (Available to purchase)

Know before you go

What times are Istanbul Helicopter Tours?
The tours which are 15 minutes are only on Sundays at 13:00-15:00 pm. If helicopter is available, the tours which are 30 minutes and more minutes are everyday.
What time do we have to reserve?
We suggest that you have to reserve immediately when you decided to fly. Procedures must be completed for confirmation before flight.
What time do I have to be there for helicopter tour?
You have to get ready on 30 minutes ago before time of helicopter tour. We advice you that you should bear in mind heavy traffic of Istanbul so you should plan as that situation.
Are there discount for children or students?
There aren't.
What is the age limit for children?
There is no age limit but we don't advice that babies and children between the ages of 0-3 should not travel.
Do helicopters fly in rainy and snowy days?
If there is suitable ground visibility, they fly. If there is foggy weather and low ground visibility, they don't fly.
Do helicopters fly in windy days?
If gale force is under determinated limit by Civil Aviation Instution, we fly according to your request.
What happens If our flights are cancelled by the reason of bad weather conditions?
These flights are postponed to another time according to your acception and request.
Are there flights in nights?
Unfortunately, there are not.
Do you insure the travellers?
Yes, every travellers are insured.
Do you inform the travellers before flight?
We inform you about helicopter and route before flight.
Do pilots speak wtih us during the flight?
Yes, there will be headsets for you. You can speak wtih each other.
Are there overviews during the flights?
Pilots explain names of popular places.
Can I carry my digital camera and video camera with me?
Absolutely, you can shoot during the flight.