Asian Castle in the Bosphorus with Ortakoy
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
This tour, which offers you the opportunity to discover the magical atmosphere and rich history of Istanbul in one day, starts early in the morning by meeting our guide with a blue umbrella. We will take a ferry from Üsküdar to Anadolu Hisarı and explore the historical neighborhoods. We will taste the famous yogurt in Kanlıca, walk along the coast and visit the elegant mosques in Üsküdar and Ortaköy. By the end of the day, we will have completed an adventure full of Istanbul's cultural heritage and natural beauty.
Inclusions
What's included
- Ferry tickets for sea road passing as indicated in the itinerary.
- Headphones for groups of more than 15 people.
- Accredited official guide fluent in English.
- Entrance fee of the Kucuksu Pavillion.
What's not
- Lunch is not included.
- Tips for the guide.
- Transfer from/to hotel is not included.
Itinerary
We board the ferry from Üsküdar pier and take a pleasant journey to Anadolu Hisarı. During this short ferry ride on the Bosphorus, the view of Istanbul will offer very interesting shots for photography enthusiasts. After reaching Anadolu Hisarı, we take a short walk and visit the historic Küçüksu Pavilion, built by Sultan Abdülmecid in the 19th century by Nigoğos Balyan. We listen to the history of the historical Anadolu Hisarı and spend time in the tranquil atmosphere of this neighborhood on the shores of the Bosphorus. The historical buildings and natural beauties here help you get to know the Anatolian side of Istanbul better.
As soon as you arrive in Kanlıca, you will have the opportunity to taste the famous Kanlıca yogurt. We have free time to take a short walk on the beach and try local delicacies. The serene atmosphere of Kanlıca will allow you to spend your lunch hours with pleasure.
After arriving in Üsküdar, we visit Mihrimah Sultan Mosque, one of the elegant works of Mimar Sinan. We see the architectural splendor of the Ottoman period up close and get detailed information from our guide about the story of the mosque and its construction.
As soon as we arrive in Ortaköy, we go to Ortaköy Mecidiye Mosque, which has one of the most beautiful views of the Bosphorus. After our visit to the mosque, we will have a short free time to explore Ortaköy's famous kumpir and waffle stands and take a walk along the Bosphorus.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- You can reach Karaköy Pier by tram (T1 Tram Line), bus, minibus, taxi and ferry. Our guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point with a blue umbrella.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Noreste Tours
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Istanbul
- Its from-price is 53% above the median of the 3649 experiences we list in Istanbul.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Istanbul
Istanbul straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus, with Byzantine and Ottoman monuments, busy bazaars and ferries crossing between continents.
The historic peninsula holds the greatest landmarks. Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Hippodrome face each other in Sultanahmet, the Basilica Cistern lies beneath the streets, and Topkapı Palace spreads across the hill above the Golden Horn. A short walk away, the Grand Bazaar and the Spice Bazaar have traded for centuries, and Süleymaniye Mosque, built by the great Ottoman architect Sinan, crowns one of the city's seven hills.
Top-ranked sights in Istanbul: Dolmabahce Palace (Dolmabahce Sarayi), Bosphorus, Bosphorus Bridge (Bogazici Koprusu).
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