Istanbul Old and Modern Tour with Lunch and Bosphorus Cruise

Istanbul Old and Modern Tour with Lunch and Bosphorus Cruise

By Sultanahmet Old City Travel Turizm Organizasyon

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Overview

This tour offers the perfect balance of old and modern Istanbul in one well-planned day.
Unlike standard city tours, it combines historical landmarks, vibrant neighborhoods, and a relaxing Bosphorus cruise with lunch included.

With hotel pickup & drop-off, a licensed professional guide, and a carefully paced itinerary, you explore the city comfortably without rushing.
Walking, driving, and cruising together create a complete Istanbul experience from both land and sea — ideal for first-time visitors and travelers with limited time.

Activity location

Yedikule (Castle of the Seven Towers)
- Yedikule MeydanI Sk. No:9
- 34107, Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

Sultanahmet Old City Travel & Tour Operator
- 49 Peykhane Sokağı
- 34122, Binbirdirek, İstanbul, Turkiye

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Istanbul Old and Modern Tour with Lunch and Bosphorus Cruise

10h
English

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 8:30

Price details

P 5,406.09 x 1 AdultP 5,406.09

Total

Until Wed, May 6

What's included, what's not

Professional licensed English-speaking tour guide
Bosphorus & Golden Horn boat cruise
Full-day Old & Modern Istanbul guided tour
Hotel pickup and drop-off from centrally located Istanbul hotels
Lunch on the boat
Drinks
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities (optional)

Know before you book

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

Activity itinerary

Yedikule (Castle of the Seven Towers)

1h
Admission ticket included

Visit the historic Yedikule Fortress, part of the ancient Walls of Constantinople. Our guide will explain its Byzantine and Ottoman history, including its role as a fortress, treasury, and prison.

Galata Tower

1h
Admission ticket not included

Explore the lively Galata district with a guided walking tour. Learn about the history of the Galata Tower area and enjoy panoramic city views from the surroundings.

Galata Mevlevi Museum

1h
Admission ticket not included

See the historic Galata Mevlevi Lodge from outside and learn about the Whirling Dervish tradition and Mevlevi culture from your guide.

Church of Saint Anthony of Padua

Visit St. Anthony of Padua Church, the largest Catholic church in Istanbul, located on Istiklal Street. Free time to explore the interior.

Fener & Balat

Walk through the colorful streets of Balat and Fener, famous for historic houses, churches, synagogues, cafés, and multicultural heritage.

Bosphorus Strait (Pass by)

Enjoy lunch onboard while cruising along the Golden Horn. A relaxing break with city views from the water.

Golden Horn (Pass by)

Cruise along the Golden Horn and enjoy views of historic bridges and waterfront neighborhoods with live guide commentary.

Dolmabahce Palace (Pass by)

See Dolmabahçe Palace from the Bosphorus during the cruise and learn about the Ottoman Empire’s last royal palace.

Büyük Mecidiye Mosque (Pass by)

Pass by the iconic Ortaköy Mosque and enjoy photo opportunities from the boat.

Rumeli Fortress (Pass by)

View Rumeli Fortress from the Bosphorus and hear its strategic importance during the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople.

Beylerbeyi Palace (Pass by)

See Beylerbeyi Palace on the Asian side of Istanbul from the boat and learn about its Ottoman history.

KIz Kulesi (Pass by)

Pass by the famous Maiden’s Tower and hear the legends and history behind one of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks.

Istanbul

Hotel Drop-off (End of Tour) At the end of the tour, guests are transferred back to their centrally located hotels in Istanbul. The tour concludes with a comfortable and safe hotel drop-off.

Location

Activity location

Yedikule (Castle of the Seven Towers)
- Yedikule MeydanI Sk. No:9
- 34107, Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

Sultanahmet Old City Travel & Tour Operator
- 49 Peykhane Sokağı
- 34122, Binbirdirek, İstanbul, Turkiye

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