Istanbul Two Continents Half-Day Tour
- Location:Istanbul, Turkey
- Duration:4 hours (approx.)
- TOUR Code:3795IST03
From the opulent palaces of Istanbul's European shore to magnificent views from the city's Asian side, this leisurely four-hour afternoon tour shows you the best of magical Istanbul.
Highlights
- Four-hour afternoon tour of Dolmabahce Palace or Beylerbeyi Palace and views from Camlica Hill
- Travel from Istanbul?s European shores over the Bosphorus to the Asian side of the city
- Antique furniture and chandelier of Dolmabahce Palace
- Elegant Beylerbeyi Palace and its waterfront location
- Panoramic views over Istanbul from Camlica Hill
- English-speaking guide
- Pick-up and drop-off from central Istanbul hotels
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Your tour of Istanbul starts with a visit to either Dolmabahce Palace or Beylerbeyi Palace. Dolmabahce Palace was the last residence of the Ottoman sultans, and is famous for its impressive collection of European antiques, furniture and a massive chandelier given to the sultan by Queen Victoria. The enormous palace has 365 rooms, one for every day of the year, and 22 saloons.
Beylerbeyi Palace was constructed in 186165 by Sarkis Balyan, a famous Armenian architect. Beylerbeyi is the largest and most elegant Ottoman palace, located right by the Bosphorus Bridge and the waterfront.
After touring the palace, you will then cross the Bosphorus Bridge for a unique chance to travel from one continent (Europe) to another (Asia) in only two minutes!
Once on the Asian side, you'll enjoy magnificent views of Istanbul from Camlica Hill, the highest point in the city. The picture-postcard panorama of Istanbul is spread before you from a viewpoint of beautiful gardens landscaped in the traditional Ottoman style.
Schedule Details
Bosphorus Bridge, Istanbul
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1:00pm
Duration:4 hours (approx.)
Return details:Returns to original departure point at approximately 5:00pm
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Additional Information
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Entrance fees
- Local guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Confirmation for this product will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited
- Not recommended for children aged 4 and under
- Children 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult
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