Duration
Free cancellation
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Guided tour
Transfers available
Pickup available
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Guided heritage walk and private Bosphorus yacht cruise combine land and water in one seamless, well-paced Istanbul experience.
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Ideal for small groups seeking a more personal pace, with hotel transfers and a guided experience throughout the day.
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Stroll Fener & Balat’s colorful lanes, churches, and synagogues as your guide shares stories that connect Byzantine, Ottoman, and modern eras.
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Trace the Old City Walls and Yedikule’s storied towers to see how empires shaped Istanbul’s skyline and its enduring defenses.
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Glide past palaces and fortresses on the Bosphorus, taking in European and Asian shores from the comfort of a private yacht with tea, Turkish coffee, and light snacks on board. Pause in Kanlica to sample local flavors and and enjoy a quieter side of Istanbul.
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Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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English and Spanish-speaking guide
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Yedikule Dungeons tickets
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Air-conditioned vehicle transfers
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Fener and Balat walking tour
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Private yacht cruise
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Kanlica village stop
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Light Turkish snacks & water on cruise
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Taxes and service fees
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Kariye Museum entrance tickets (Ticket price: 20 Euro)
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Lunch
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Getting started
Get picked up from your hotel in Istanbul and meet your guide. Your tickets are checked and the day’s route is outlined before setting off toward the Old City Walls and later the pier for the cruise.
What to expect
Explore the Old City Walls and Yedikule’s fortress legacy, then wander Fener & Balat’s colorful streets before a private Bosphorus yacht cruise with a calm Kanlica stop.
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Old City Walls & Yedikule: Walk along centuries of defense history and learn how the Golden Gate and towers guarded Constantinople.
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Kariye (Chora) area: Hear about the famed mosaics and frescoes that define late Byzantine art. (Entry not included in the tour price.)
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Fener & Balat walking tour: Trace multicultural layers across churches, synagogues, and Ottoman-era homes on cobbled streets.
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Private Bosphorus yacht: Sail between Europe and Asia with views of Dolmabahce Palace, Rumeli Fortress, bridges, and waterside mansions.
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Kanlica pause: Step ashore in a Bosphorus village known for its yogurt and quiet lanes before cruising back along the shoreline.
The day ends with a return cruise along the Bosphorus, offering a final look at Istanbul’s shoreline before drop-off.
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What to bring
- Wear sturdy walking shoes for cobbled streets; carry layers for the Bosphorus cruise. Bring sunscreen, a refillable bottle, Turkish Lira for small purchases.
Accessibility
- Some historic streets and viewpoints are not wheelchair accessible. Assistance may be needed when boarding or disembarking the yacht.
What's not allowed
- Flash photography may be restricted at some sites. Avoid carrying large luggage or bulky items that can disrupt walking portions.
Additional information
- Cruise runs in most weather; routes may adjust. Itinerary order can change. Carry cash for interiors and consider motion sickness medication if needed.
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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