Istanbul tours, things to do and tickets

Enjoy a royal welcome to Istanbul with a full-day private guided tour. Get whisked to the front of the queue at the city’s most popular attractions with your guide’s priority entrance pass. This is the perfect activity for first-time visitors.

Visit highlights of Istanbul with your private tour guide in 1, 2 or 3 days with a flexible itinerary.

Day 1 - Highlights of Topkapi Palace Museum, Byzantine Hippodrome / Sultanahmet Square, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Grand Bazaar.

Day 2 - Bosphorus Cruise by Public Ferry, Dolmabahce Palace, Taksim Square, Istiklal Street, Cicek Passage, Galata Tower (from outside), Spice Market.

Day 3 - Suleymaniye Mosque, Fener and Balat Districts, St. Stephen Church (Iron Church), Pierre Lotti Panoramic Hill by Cable Car, Rahmi Koc Museum (or alternative sites).

Important Notes:

- Skip the line service is not available for active mosques - there is a queue for the entrance.

- If one of the mosques is not visited, Basilica Cistern will be visited as a replacement.

- For the tours that start later than 11 am, kindly note that you may have to skip one/a couple of sites as the sites are closed by 7 pm. Your guide will adjust the program according to your priorities.

Ready to taste the best food on both sides of Istanbul?

Start with a delicious traditional Turkish breakfast in Europe in the heart of the historic Old City, before you sail across to Asia and explore the vibrant streets of Kadıköy.

With your foodie guide, you’ll make 8-9 delicious stops during your walk with a variety of samples at each – enough to fill your belly to the brim with all the fantastic Turkish flavors!

From street foods and home-made Turkish food to traditional kebabs and Turkish ice cream, The Taste of Two Continents tour is your full-day immersion inside Istanbul’s food scene and a glimpse of Turkish culture and daily life.

The Sunset cruise starts from Kabatas Pier with a nice, decorated luxury yacht, sail up to second bridge of the Bosphorus from European part of Bosphorus Strait. While you are having your drinks with snacks enjoy the panoramic views that you wouldn’t see otherwise, and access excellent photo opportunities of Dolmabahce Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, the Rumeli Fortress, and many more local landmarks.

After reaching to second bridge sail up from opposite direction to the Asian part of Bosphorus Strait. Watch the views of wooden houses and have information about all beautiful spots of Bosphorus by our legendary guide. You are now at Maidens Tower in the middle of the sea one of the best iconic point of Marmara Sea. With this beautiful tower you will have the opportunity of shooting some pictures of sunset on Bosphorus.

We will end up our Sunset Cruise with some picture opportunity of old city at Kabatas pier where we start.

Your Most Personalised Bosphorus Cruise Experience in Istanbul.

Experience Istanbul from an unusual point of view and take in the sunset from a 25-meters luxury yacht. Relax and enjoy the refreshments on board. Board our luxury yacht, SUNSET BOSPHORUS and you'll soon be heading out to sea in these 2-Hours and 30 min. shared sunset cruise on the Bosphorus. As the crew raises the sails you can sit back, relax and enjoy some music. Take in views of the Istanbul skyline as you enjoy a glass of Champagne, white wine, or soda.

There's nothing like a Bosphorus sunset right in between two continents of Europe and Asia, and nothing beats seeing a sunset at sea. Enjoy a scenic cruise toward the Black Sea and back down the city, pausing on the way back to catch the moment the sun slips below the horizon by Maiden's Tower! More than just a cruise, it's an experience of a lifetime! Book your Bosphorus Sunset Cruise experience with the official Sunset Bosphorus Yacht.

Explore the Bosphorus in a relaxed, informative, and fun way with the elegance that it deserves.

Experience some luxury on this 2.5-hour yacht cruise down the Bosphorus. It's a small group tour that is designed to help travelers spend some time away from the hustle and bustle of the big cities. Istanbul is a beautiful city with its peculiarities. This Bosphorus cruise exposes you to a different perspective on Istanbul. You get to observe the beautiful city by a luxury yacht on this popular cruise.

Set sail on this epic journey between Europe and Asia on Istanbul's beautiful Bosphorus Strait. Along your ride, you will see wonders of both East and West sailing through this lovely waterway separating Europe and Asia, accompanied by a multilingual guide. Stopover on the Asian side and explore Kanlica, which stands in defiance of time, is one of the most beautiful districts in Istanbul.

We are an all woman owned & led event planning company that runs Party Pub Crawls in Istanbul for over 7 years! We have it all planned; party bus, drinking games, free shots, VIP access to the best bars/clubs and party photos! Don't lose time by searching for the best places to go or get stuck in tourist traps, join our Party Pub Crawls!

Istanbul Party Pub Crawl, ''El Emen Turizm İnşaat Dış Tic. Ltd. Şti'' ''Veceddin Travel'' is a member of the Association of Turkish Travel Agencies with document number 13349.
Istanbul Party Pub Crawl ''El Emen Turizm İnşaat Dış Tic. Ltd. Şti'' ''Veceddin Travel'' ünvanı 13349 belge numarası ile Türkiye Seyahat Acentaları Birliği üyesidir.

Every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Quick Info
Meeting Time: 9 PM
Meeting Point: Just Bar in Sultanahmet
Departure Time (to the clubs) by Party Bus: 10.30 PM

*** The tour ends at Taksim in the last club around 3 am. If you need, our team happily help you to get an uber/taxi in the end.

A dinner with dance shows on the Bosphorus.

Food and entertainment... This combination never fails to guarantee having a great time. Especially, when accompanied by the mesmerizing Istanbul views at night, you will experience an unforgettable dinner cruise with us.

We are inviting you to feast on amazing foods with unlimited alcoholic drinks while cruising along the European and Asian continents of Istanbul and enjoying traditional Turkish dances and shows with us.

Highlights
• Discover the Bosphorus Strait, while cruising between European and Asian sides of Istanbul
• Watch traditional dances as well as Latin dances and enjoy live DJ performance while cruising
• Admire the iconic palaces standing along the strait
The boat will be ready to the pier at 08:00 pm. When you get on the boat, your appetizers are ready on the table and you can order drinks.
The boat leaves the pier at 08:30 pm. And it's back at around 11:30 pm. The average tour duration is 3 hours.

Visit six top Istanbul attractions in one day on a full-day sightseeing tour of the city! The action-packed day includes a comprehensive tour of the historical Sultanahmet neighborhood where many of the city’s finest architectural legacies and landmarks are found. Visit the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace, as well as Istanbul Hippodrome, the sunken palace of Basilica Cistern and the dazzling Grand Bazaar.
Optional visit to Hagia Sophia ( For those who wants to visit , will purchase their own ticket)

Numbers are limited to 14 on this small-group tour ensuring a personalized experience.

We are a company that has an office at Istanbul Airport. We promise that we will pick you up on time and from where you expect. You will never encounter any extra fees or charges.

Morning Bosphorus Cruise on Luxury Yacht
See both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul on a 2.5-hour boat cruise of the Bosphorus Strait. Get the opportunity to visit a lovely village on the Asian side and try the most delicious yogurt in the world ever.
The best way to see Istanbul is from the water! Board SUNSET BOSPHORUS YACHT, our two-deck yacht, for an unforgettable Istanbul sightseeing cruise. You’ll get a panoramic view of the Bosphorus Bridges, Dolmabahce Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace, Maiden's Tower, and more.

During your 2 hours and 30 min Bosphorus sightseeing cruise, you’ll be free to wander between decks to capture the best shots of Istanbul’s attractions. Our experienced guide will illustrate the history of what you see during the cruise; Bosphorus has a storied past, and our guides know the fun facts you can’t find in a tourist handbook. See why this is one of the best Istanbul city sightseeing cruises. Book now and enjoy your adventure with us!

Istanbul E-pass is a fully digital sightseeing pass that covers over 80 top Istanbul Attractions. Choose your E-pass 2,3,5 or 7 days and enjoy the contactless entry with your mobile pass without paying at the gate of attractions.
Istanbul E-pass offers attractions in 4 different ways;

- Walk-in Attractions: Show E-pass ID and get in.
- Guided Tours: Meet with guide at the meeting point to join the tour.
- Reservation Required Tours: Make your reservation via the E-pass panel then get a confirmation email.

Why Travelers Choose Istanbul E-pass?
- Customer support line is available to assist via WhatsApp and chat lines during visits or planning visits.
- Istanbul E-pass is available instantly to use after purchase with access to 70+ Top Istanbul attractions.
- Listen to the history of museums with professional tour guides.
- Istanbul E-pass comes with a digital Istanbul guidebook of over 50 pages in 6 languages.
- Enjoy the skip-the-line at most of the attractions.

Sail on board an elegant yacht that adds a touch of luxury to the fun. Cruise over the Bosphorus Strait to gaze out over the sprawling urban landscapes of the city, as you watch the sunset over the old city, Sultanahmet.

Taking a small-group cruise, this is the most stylish and unique way to discover the magic of Istanbul Bosphorus Strait with its breathtaking views.

Watch the sun set into the Bosphorus Strait on an evening cruise, in a double-decker luxury yacht that makes for a smoother, more comfortable ride. The departure time is tailored to the sunset so you'll see both European and Asian coasts at their most scenic, as you pass sea-side villas, palaces, castles, and sailing ships that come out to catch the evening light. Listen to the interesting stories narrated by our professional tour guide and simply enjoy views of Istanbul at sunset, a totally magical ride all around the Bosphorus combining daytime, sunset time, and nighttime in one cruise.

Get more out of your time in Istanbul by going on a sunset evening cruise on the Bosphorus strait. As it's a small-group tour, relax and enjoy the personalized service of the onboard crew—including delicious onboard treats such as canapes, snacks. The trip is a great way to see famous sights without being stuck in large crowds. Sail past Dolmabahce Palace, Bosphorus Bridge, Rumeli Fortress, Kucuksu Pavilion, and many more highlights.

Enjoy the end of your day with one of the most beautiful sunset views with world's top heritage sites, all from the comfort of a luxury yacht. During this Bosphorus cruise, you’ll sail down both European and Asian sides of the renowned strait, covering highlights like 19th-century Dolmabahce Palace, imposing Rumeli Fortress, and the iconic towers of Maiden and Galata. Guided tour including complimentary refreshments, fruits, nuts, baklava, and homemade lemonade.

See the Bosphorus and Istanbul from a remarkable perspective on this 2.5 hrs. sunset cruise on a luxurious yacht. Aboard our luxury yacht, you’ll glide across the water while savoring delicious snacks, baklava, fresh seasonal fruits and drinks. While romantics will delight in watching the sunset over the old part of Istanbul, our legendary guide will tell you interesting stories of the Bosphorus.

The cruise will take you from PIER KABATAS and past Istanbul's icons, Dolmabahce Palace, Bosphorus Bridge, Rumeli Fortress Maiden's Tower and much more. Continue to take in the many sights while the sun goes down as you go through the Asian side, and around The Maiden's Tower. The best part is after sunset when we approach the Galata Bridge and Bosphorus Bridge. Watch as the entire western span of the bridge lights up and transforms into LED light sculpture creating a never-repeating dazzling display. Don’t miss this breathtaking experience from the best seats on the Bosphorus!

With the magical view of the Bosphorus, the historical silhouette of Istanbul, the sea and the unique beauty of the night, we are at your service with our private VIP tables to ensure that your guests have an unforgettable night by hosting our tours with definite departures every evening, in our floating restaurant. 4 hours of dinner cruise of the Bosphorus between European and Asian Continents. You will see silhouette of the Maiden's Tower, Galata Tower, Ortakoy Mosque and Bosphorus Bridges along the coast on both sides of the Bosphorus. We are at your service to beautify your night with rich menu options and magnificent stage performances. We wish that not even one person will be deprived of the unique beauty of the Bosphorus, and we wish them to enjoy the Bosphorus by participating in our tours with definite departures every evening, by participating in the desired number of people. Also, enjoy the entertainment program such as Folk Dance, Belly Dance, Latin-Flamenco and more.

Discover the main highlights in Istanbul’s old town during this small size full day tour with an expert tour guide. Visit old town, the Unesco world Heritage sites, see the acknowledged archaeological and natural monuments, unrivalled artifacts during the tour and will enjoy the privileges that we will gladly arrange for your utmost pleasure to explore the Turkish way. This tour runs everyday 09:00 – 17:00 (times may change depends on locations of hotels, number of people in the group, their interests, weather conditions, length of queues, etc.) and there will be 1 – 10 people in the group.

Turnatour is a pioneering travel agency in Turkey, with the license number TÜRSAB 6054, that introduced for the first time the concept of Turkish Night on the Bosphorus. Turnatour's unforgettable shows are filled with traditional Turkish dances and enchanting belly dance performance. These performances, accompanied by the captivating view of Istanbul, introduce guests to the richness and colors of Turkish culture. Furthermore, a dinner filled with local flavors accompanies this experience. Turnatour is an excellent choice for those who want to celebrate our historical and cultural heritage. Join Turnatour to bring the magic of Istanbul Bosphorus to your evenings

Take the worry out of your arrival or departure from Istanbul Airport and avoid the unreliable local taxis with a guaranteed transfer to or from your accommodation in all areas of Istanbul.
Avail of a reliable and hassle-free ground transportation provider and get a welcome meet and greet on arrival by professional team. Sit back and relax in a vehicle exclusive to you and your group, and make your way directly to your hotel, apartment or private residence with ease.
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