Cross the Bosphorus & Explore Istanbul’s Asian Side Like a Local
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Begin your journey with a hotel pickup and cross the Bosphorus Bridge to explore Istanbul’s Asian side. Visit the 19th-century Beylerbeyi Palace with its grand chandeliers and elegant furnishings. Next, see the Camlica Mosque, Turkey’s largest, blending Ottoman and modern design. Continue to Camlica Hill for panoramic views of Istanbul’s skyline. Admire the historic Maiden's Tower, a former lighthouse now a café. Explore Kanlıca Color House, famous for its pastel Ottoman mansions and yogurt. Experience the vibrant Kadikoy, Istanbul's cultural hub, with lively markets and cafés. End your day by crossing the Bosphorus Bridge and enjoying stunning views before hotel drop-off.
Inclusions
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Fuel and Tolls
- Water
- WiFi on board
- Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
- All taxes and handling charges
What's not
- Meals and beverages
- Tips and Gratuities
- Beylerbeyi Palace
- Maiden's Tower (Kız Kulesi)
- Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions
Itinerary
Beylerbeyi Palace, a stunning 19th-century Ottoman summer residence on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus, features lavish interiors and breathtaking waterfront views.
Camlica Mosque, the largest in Turkey, blends Ottoman and modern design, offering breathtaking city views from Istanbul’s highest hill.
Camlica Hill, the highest point in Istanbul, offers stunning panoramic views of the city and Bosphorus, making it a perfect spot for relaxation.
Maiden’s Tower or Kız Kulesi how locals call it, a historic landmark on a small islet in the Bosphorus, is a symbol of Istanbul with a rich history and stunning waterfront views.
Kanlıca, a picturesque neighborhood on Istanbul’s Asian side, is renowned for its traditional Ottoman-style wooden houses, many of which are painted in vibrant colors.
Kadıköy, a vibrant district on Istanbul’s Asian side, is known for its lively markets, trendy cafés, and a rich blend of history and modern culture.
Bosphorus Bridge, also known as 15 July Martyrs Bridge, connects Europe and Asia, offering stunning views of the Bosphorus and Istanbul’s skyline.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.6
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Ratings come from 5 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Welcome Pickups
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For 1-3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
- For 4-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
- Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
- Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative.
How it compares in Istanbul
- Its from-price is 26% above the median of the 3649 experiences we list in Istanbul.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 1261 of 3649.
- 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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