Half-Day Istanbul Tour – Spice Market Visit & Bosphorus Boat Ride

4.9 (9 reviews) Istanbul, Turkey
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Duration3h - 5h
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover Istanbul on a private half-day tour combining the colorful Spice Bazaar with a scenic Bosphorus ride on a public ferry. Explore one of the city’s oldest and most atmospheric markets while your licensed guide shares its history, traditions, and cultural significance.
Then travel along the Bosphorus between Europe and Asia aboard a public ferry, enjoying views of Ottoman palaces, historic fortresses, waterfront mansions, and Istanbul’s iconic skyline. With a private licensed guide and a flexible pace, this experience offers a relaxed way to discover two very different sides of Istanbul in just a few hours.

What's included

  • Guide MEETS you at your Hotel, Airbnb and Cruise Port
  • Private Tour
  • Licensed Professional Guide
  • Public transportation(tram)
  • Lunch & Drinks
  • Bosphorus Ferry Tickets
  • Private vehicle

What to expect

  1. Eminonu Square
    30m
    Eminonu square
  2. Misir Carsisi
    1h
    Visit Spice market
    Taste, smell, and shop for Turkish delights, spices, and local products.
    And have a small break by drinking and tasting traditional Turkish coffee
  3. Bosphorus Strait
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Bosphorus cruise trip
    Enjoy a relaxing Bosphorus cruise with spectacular views
    Learn about Istanbul’s history from both land and sea
    Lastly, take as many photos with the beautiful view while passing through the Bosphorus

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your licensed guide will meet you at centrally located Istanbul hotels or at Galataport Cruise Terminal. This is primarily a walking tour and does not include private vehicle transportation. Public transportation, such as the tram, may be used when needed to save time and avoid Istanbul’s traffic.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • This is a walking tour and requires a moderate amount of walking
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • During Ramadan Feast and Sacrifice Feast, the Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar are closed.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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