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Istanbul: Bosphorus & Black Sea Guided Tour with Cruise and Lunch

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(3 verified reviews)•Operator: Bosphorus Tour by Velena Travel
A historic tower on a small island in a body of water with a boat in the foreground and a cityscape in the background under a blue sky.
Starting Time9:00 AM
Duration9 h
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About

Kick back like an Ottoman sultan, and put your stay in Istanbul on cruise-control with a luxurious cruise along the Bosphorus Strait and the Black Sea. This sightseeing adventure will take you sailing between two continents, while you enjoy a mouthwatering lunch of Turkish delicacies.

Capture the iconic landmarks and beautiful scenery from the yacht, or go ashore for a closer inspection - a friendly guide will fill you in on the city’s incredible history as you float on by.

What's Included

  • 9-hour cruise of the Bosphorus Strait and the Black Sea
  • Stop in the neighborhood of Ortakoy
  • Tour of Küçüksu Palace (Friday-Sunday)
  • Tour of the Maiden’s Tower (Monday-Thursday)
  • Tour of Rumeli Hisarı Fortress (except Wednesday)
  • Stop at the fishing village of Anadolu Kavağı with medieval ruins
  • Free time, with the possibility to swim off the boat near the village of Poyrazkoy
  • Turkish meat, fish, or vegetarian lunch
  • English-speaking guide all day

What's Not Included

  • Beverages
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Must Know

You will be able to swim off the boat, so bring a swimsuit and towel!

Good to Know

  • The Turkish lunch can be meatballs, fish, chicken, or even a vegetarian menu
  • Your choice will be served with a selection of Turkish starters and salad and a dessert at the end

Instructions

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Before you buy

  • Küçüksu Palace is closed Mon-Thur & replaced with Maiden’s Tower
  • Rumeli Fortress is closed on Wed & replaced with Maiden’s Tower
  • THe cruise is not wheelchair-friendly
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On-site usage

  • Meeting point is in front of the Marmara Taksim Hotel 30 minutes before departure
  • Show your smartphone ticket before boarding
  • Departure is at 09:00

Meeting Point

Gümüşsuyu Mahallesi, Taksim Meydani/Osmanlı Sokak 1/B, Istanbul

GPS:41.03623, 28.98629

Reschedule and cancellation policy

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