İstanbul Guided Balat Bosphorus Cruise Pierre Loti Hill W/ Ticket

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   In the afternoon, board a comfortable coach for a scenic drive along the Golden Horn (We ll pass by without stopping) With your guide narrating the history, spot traditional wooden houses, historic churches, synagogues, mosques and remnants of the ancient Roman Wall.

   17 minutes•Admission free

2. 2

   Pierre Loti Hill

   We ascent to the Pierre Loti Hill by bus. You can take a photo in this beautiful place with a perfect view of the Golden Horn. This hill got its name from the famous French novelist who lived in Istanbul for a while and wrote his novel "Aziyade"

   40 minutes•Admission free•See on map

3. 3

   We descent from Pierre Loti Hill by cable car.

   3 minutes•Admission included

4. 4

   Eyup Sultan Mosque

   Visit the revered Eyüp Sultan Mosque and the tomb of Abu Ayyub al-Ansari, a close companion of Prophet Muhammad. Learn how this sacred site became the ceremonial location for the coronation of Ottoman sultans, where they were girded with the Sword of Osman at the start of their reigns.

   30 minutes•Admission free•See on map

5. 5

   Balat

   Continue your tour through the center of Balat, the Istanbul’s most colorful neighborhood. Once home to diverse communities including Ottoman Orthodox Greeks, Jews and Armenians, these districts reflect a rich cultural mosaic. Discover their most iconic landmarks, where centuries of history, religion and architecture come together in a unique atmosphere.

   20 minutes•Admission free•See on map

6. 6

   Break for rest some minutes & Taste Turkish delight, apple tea etc

   30 minutes•Admission free

7. 7

   Viaport Marina

   Bosphorus Cruise Enjoy the historical sightseeing from the sea by seeing the Golden horn, Topkapı palace, Dolma Bahçe palace, The Hagia Sophia Mosque, Maiden’s tower, Galata tower, Blue mosque, Ortakoy mosque, and the two continents Europe and Asia with the two Bridges connecting them

   1h 30m•Admission included•See on map

Meeting point

Front of Buhara 93 Restaurant

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Pickup

• Pickup, or meet at the start point
• 1299 hotels are served
• The operator contacts you to arrange pickup
• Pickup begins 60 min before departure

Know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

Cancellation and refunds

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe
• Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book