Istanbul: Eurasia Tour with Camlica Tower, Ferry Ride, Lunch Tour Excluding Rumeli Fortress and Camlica Tower Fees
ID: GYG1240499-1908529
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Discover Istanbul’s most iconic waterfront landmarks across both Europe and Asia in a single day. tour combines historical monuments, panoramic viewpoints, and a scenic ferry experience.
Discover Istanbul’s most iconic waterfront landmarks across both Europe and Asia in a single day. This full-day guided tour perfectly combines historical monuments, panoramic viewpoints, cultural sites, and a scenic ferry experience.
Your day begins with a convenient hotel pickup, taking you straight to Ortaköy. Here, you'll marvel at the Ortaköy Mosque, a highly photographed architectural gem situated right on the water's edge. Dive into the city’s rich multicultural heritage with a stop at Ayios Dimitrios Church, one of Istanbul’s oldest active Greek Orthodox churches.
Next, drive along the strait's picturesque coastline to explore the mighty Rumeli Fortress before driving across the famous intercontinental suspension bridge to Asia. Take in spectacular waterway views from the peaceful Otağtepe Hill, followed by a delicious lunch of traditional Turkish cuisine overlooking the water.
In the afternoon, visit the magnificent Çamlıca Mosque and enjoy a short break at a local shop for traditional Turkish handicrafts. You will have the option to visit the observation deck at Çamlıca Tower (Istanbul's tallest structure) before heading to the Salacak shore. Here, you'll learn the legends of the Maiden’s Tower while viewing it from the coast.
Conclude your two-continent adventure with a relaxing ferry ride back to the European side before being transferred to your hotel.
Highlights
- Cross between the Europe and Asia continents via the iconic suspension bridge.
- Capture stunning photos at the waterfront Ortaköy Mosque and Otağtepe Hill.
- Step back in time at Rumeli Fortress, built by Sultan Mehmed II.
- Marvel at the scale and architecture of Çamlıca Mosque, Turkey's largest one.
- Take place on a relaxing ferry ride, with the views of the city from the water.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The order of visits may change depending on traffic conditions or weather .
INCLUDED
- Cross the Bridge from Europe to Asia
- Rumeli Fortress Entrance Fee (if option selected )
- Camlica Tower 360 Degree Entrance Fee ( if option selected )
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- A scenic ferry ride back to the European side
- Visit the Maiden’s Tower from Salacak waterfront
- Visit Camlica Mosque
- Stop at a local souvenir shop Turkish handicrafts
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
