

Explore the unique blend of Asian and European cultures on this Istanbul tour. Travel by bus and enjoy a scenic Bosphorus cruise.
Explore the full itinerary for Istanbul Asia and Europe Tour By Bus And Bosphorus Cruise in Istanbul, Turkey. This historical & heritage tours experience includes 6 stops over 1 day. Duration: 11 hours. Activity level: Light.

Let's begin our tour at the Camlica Mosque, followed by a 30-minute stop at Camlica Hill in Uskudar. Perched 288M above sea level, this hill offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Bosphorus and Istanbul from the Asian side of the city.

Once you've enjoyed the view from Camlica Hill, it's worth visiting the Camlica Mosque in Üsküdar. This impressive mosque holds the title of being the largest in history. Visitors are welcome to spend up to an hour here to admire its beauty or offer their prayers. President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan opened the mosque.

Let's explore the Beylerbeyi Palace, a stunning 19th-century palace that boasts a breathtaking view of the vast blue. This historical gem was constructed between 1863 and 1865 and has welcomed several vital figures. You can spend an hour exploring this unique palace.

Following a delightful hour-long lunch, we shall proceed to the revered Eyüp Mosque in Turkey. This holy mosque houses the tomb of Ebu Eyüp el Enser and offers an opportunity to worship or visit for an hour.

Our next stop after the Eyüp mosque will be Pierre Loti hill, conveniently located nearby. Here, we can search for paintings while taking in the stunning views of Istanbul. After spending approximately 45 minutes exploring, we will descend the hill via cable car.

Afterwards, you will take our bus to board our boat and continue your adventure on Istanbul's seas. You will journey for an hour along the European side of the Bosphorus, followed by an hour along the Asian side. Along the way, you will be treated to views of numerous historical tourist attractions, including Dolmabahce Palace, Ciragan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Bosphorus Bridge, Rumeli Fortress, and Beylerbeyi Palace. Additionally, you'll catch sight of some other notable landmarks from a distance, such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Maiden Tower, and Galata Tower. The boat tour lasts approximately 2 hours and concludes with your safe return to your hotel.