Istanbul Bosphorus Explorer 3-Hour Cruise with Asian Side Visit
by IMCA TOURISM
Choose from 3 available options
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€20Overview
This tour is a 3-hour Bosphorus Explorer cruise in Istanbul that includes a one-hour stop on the Asian side. The boat departs near the Galata district and sails under the Galata Bridge, passing local fishermen and views of the city. It continues past the Istanbul Painting Museum, then alongside Dolmabahçe Mosque and Dolmabahçe Palace, a 19th-century Ottoman palace with European and Ottoman architectural styles. The cruise proceeds by the Ortaköy neighborhood, where the Ortaköy Mosque sits by the water. The boat passes under the Bosphorus Bridge, which connects Europe and Asia, then moves past Rumeli Fortress on the European shore. It sails beneath the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge before turning toward the Asian side. There, the boat passes Anadolu Fortress, the oldest Ottoman structure on the Bosphorus, followed by the Küçüksu Pavilion, a 19th-century Rococo palace, and the Bebek Khedive Pavilion, an Ottoman mansion surrounded by greenery. The cruise stops for one hour on the Asian shore, allowing passengers to take photos under the Bosphorus Bridge and explore local sites. After the stop, the boat returns, passing the Maiden's Tower on a small islet, Topkapı Palace on the historic peninsula, and the Yeni Camii mosque near the Golden Horn. The tour concludes with views of Süleymaniye Mosque on a hilltop and the Kuleli Military High School along the Asian shore. Onboard WiFi, restrooms, and all fees are included. Carbonated drinks and hotel pickup are not included. The boat is accessible by public transportation. Boarding requires climbing stairs and may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Galata Tower
The boat passes the medieval stone Galata Tower rising from the Galata district skyline, offering panoramic city views.
Galata Bridge
Sail under the bustling Galata Bridge, connecting old and modern Istanbul, observing local fishermen and city views.
Istanbul Painting Museum
View the Istanbul Painting Museum from the boat, known for Turkish paintings and named after architect Mimar Sinan.
Dolmabahçe Mosque
Pass by the Dolmabahçe Mosque, noted for its ornate architecture beside Dolmabahçe Palace.
Dolmabahçe Palace
Cruise past the 19th-century Dolmabahçe Palace, a European-inspired Ottoman imperial residence on the Bosphorus.
Ortaköy Neighborhood
View the Ortaköy area with its cobblestone streets and the Ortaköy Mosque by the water’s edge.
Bosphorus Bridge
Sail beneath the Bosphorus Bridge, the suspension bridge linking Europe and Asia, notable for its illuminated structure at night.
Bosphorus Strait
Listen to commentary on the history and present of the Bosphorus Strait.
Rumeli Fortress
Pass the Rumeli Fortress on the European shore, a large medieval fortress built by Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror.
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
Cruise under the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, another suspension bridge connecting the two continents.
Anadolu Fortress
View Anadolu Fortress on the Asian shore, the oldest Ottoman building on the Bosphorus built before Istanbul’s conquest.
Küçüksu Pavilion
Sail past the Küçüksu Pavilion, a 19th-century Rococo summer palace with intricate designs on the Asian shore.
Bebek Khedive Pavilion
See the Bebek Khedive Pavilion, an Ottoman mansion surrounded by greenery along the Bosphorus.
Asian Side Stop
Stop for one hour on the Asian side for photos under the Bosphorus Bridge and visits to local places before rejoining the boat.
60 min
Maiden's Tower
Pass the Maiden's Tower on a small islet, a historic tower with legends, especially visible when illuminated at dusk.
Topkapı Palace
View Topkapı Palace from the water, a large Ottoman palace complex on the historic peninsula.
Yeni Camii Mosque
Cruise near the Yeni Camii mosque at the Golden Horn entrance, noted for its domes and minarets.
Süleymaniye Mosque
Pass the Süleymaniye Mosque atop a hill, designed by Mimar Sinan, dominating Istanbul’s skyline.
Kuleli Military High School
View the Kuleli Military High School on the Asian shore, a red-brick building with castle-like architecture.
Meeting point
Please note that meeting points and times may vary by up to 1 km and 30 min due to dock availability. Guests should arrive at the specified address 15 minutes prior to the departure time. Our boat is named IBRAHIM NARAL. Note: In the event of extraordinary circumstances the assigned boat may change.
End point
Please note that meeting points and times may vary by up to 1 km and 30 min due to dock availability. Guests should arrive at the specified address 15 minutes prior to the departure time. Our boat is named IBRAHIM NARAL. Note: In the event of extraordinary circumstances the assigned boat may change.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Istanbul Bosphorus Explorer 3-Hour Cruise with Asian Side Visit
by IMCA TOURISM
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€20Overview
This tour is a 3-hour Bosphorus Explorer cruise in Istanbul that includes a one-hour stop on the Asian side. The boat departs near the Galata district and sails under the Galata Bridge, passing local fishermen and views of the city. It continues past the Istanbul Painting Museum, then alongside Dolmabahçe Mosque and Dolmabahçe Palace, a 19th-century Ottoman palace with European and Ottoman architectural styles. The cruise proceeds by the Ortaköy neighborhood, where the Ortaköy Mosque sits by the water. The boat passes under the Bosphorus Bridge, which connects Europe and Asia, then moves past Rumeli Fortress on the European shore. It sails beneath the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge before turning toward the Asian side. There, the boat passes Anadolu Fortress, the oldest Ottoman structure on the Bosphorus, followed by the Küçüksu Pavilion, a 19th-century Rococo palace, and the Bebek Khedive Pavilion, an Ottoman mansion surrounded by greenery. The cruise stops for one hour on the Asian shore, allowing passengers to take photos under the Bosphorus Bridge and explore local sites. After the stop, the boat returns, passing the Maiden's Tower on a small islet, Topkapı Palace on the historic peninsula, and the Yeni Camii mosque near the Golden Horn. The tour concludes with views of Süleymaniye Mosque on a hilltop and the Kuleli Military High School along the Asian shore. Onboard WiFi, restrooms, and all fees are included. Carbonated drinks and hotel pickup are not included. The boat is accessible by public transportation. Boarding requires climbing stairs and may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Galata Tower
The boat passes the medieval stone Galata Tower rising from the Galata district skyline, offering panoramic city views.
Galata Bridge
Sail under the bustling Galata Bridge, connecting old and modern Istanbul, observing local fishermen and city views.
Istanbul Painting Museum
View the Istanbul Painting Museum from the boat, known for Turkish paintings and named after architect Mimar Sinan.
Dolmabahçe Mosque
Pass by the Dolmabahçe Mosque, noted for its ornate architecture beside Dolmabahçe Palace.
Dolmabahçe Palace
Cruise past the 19th-century Dolmabahçe Palace, a European-inspired Ottoman imperial residence on the Bosphorus.
Ortaköy Neighborhood
View the Ortaköy area with its cobblestone streets and the Ortaköy Mosque by the water’s edge.
Bosphorus Bridge
Sail beneath the Bosphorus Bridge, the suspension bridge linking Europe and Asia, notable for its illuminated structure at night.
Bosphorus Strait
Listen to commentary on the history and present of the Bosphorus Strait.
Rumeli Fortress
Pass the Rumeli Fortress on the European shore, a large medieval fortress built by Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror.
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
Cruise under the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, another suspension bridge connecting the two continents.
Anadolu Fortress
View Anadolu Fortress on the Asian shore, the oldest Ottoman building on the Bosphorus built before Istanbul’s conquest.
Küçüksu Pavilion
Sail past the Küçüksu Pavilion, a 19th-century Rococo summer palace with intricate designs on the Asian shore.
Bebek Khedive Pavilion
See the Bebek Khedive Pavilion, an Ottoman mansion surrounded by greenery along the Bosphorus.
Asian Side Stop
Stop for one hour on the Asian side for photos under the Bosphorus Bridge and visits to local places before rejoining the boat.
60 min
Maiden's Tower
Pass the Maiden's Tower on a small islet, a historic tower with legends, especially visible when illuminated at dusk.
Topkapı Palace
View Topkapı Palace from the water, a large Ottoman palace complex on the historic peninsula.
Yeni Camii Mosque
Cruise near the Yeni Camii mosque at the Golden Horn entrance, noted for its domes and minarets.
Süleymaniye Mosque
Pass the Süleymaniye Mosque atop a hill, designed by Mimar Sinan, dominating Istanbul’s skyline.
Kuleli Military High School
View the Kuleli Military High School on the Asian shore, a red-brick building with castle-like architecture.
Meeting point
Please note that meeting points and times may vary by up to 1 km and 30 min due to dock availability. Guests should arrive at the specified address 15 minutes prior to the departure time. Our boat is named IBRAHIM NARAL. Note: In the event of extraordinary circumstances the assigned boat may change.
End point
Please note that meeting points and times may vary by up to 1 km and 30 min due to dock availability. Guests should arrive at the specified address 15 minutes prior to the departure time. Our boat is named IBRAHIM NARAL. Note: In the event of extraordinary circumstances the assigned boat may change.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.