Istanbul Asia & Europe Tour with Bosphorus Cruise and Cable Car
Overview
See more of Istanbul in one day with a full-day experience that brings together two continents, panoramic viewpoints, historic landmarks, a cable car ride, and a scenic Bosphorus cruise.
Take in sweeping city views from Camlica Hill, discover the impressive Camlica Mosque, explore the elegant surroundings of Beylerbeyi Palace, and cross the Bosphorus Bridge between Asia and Europe. Continue through historic Eyup and enjoy the famous views from Pierre Loti Hill before taking the cable car down.
During the land tour, your guide provides context for Istanbul's history, culture, and architecture, helping you experience the city beyond the usual sightseeing stops.
Complete the experience with a relaxing Bosphorus cruise, sailing between the European and Asian shores while admiring palaces, mosques, bridges, fortresses, and waterfront mansions.
A great choice for first-time visitors seeking a varied, scenic, and well-rounded introduction to Istanbul in a single day.
What's Included
- Free Tea & Nescafe on Board
- 2-Hour Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Cable Car Ticket
- Beylerbeyi Palace Gardens
- Free Wi-Fi on Board
- Professional Tour Guide
- Lunch and soft drink
- Beylerbeyi Palace interior admission
- Personal Expenses
- Tips / Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the option “with Transfers”.
TOUR START TIME: 09:00 AM PICKUP OCCURS BEFORE THE TOUR STARTS. Pickup is available only with the Transfer option and from selected areas on the European side of Istanbul. Pickup from the Asian side is not available. For central European-side locations, pickup is usually around 08:20 AM. Some locations farther from the city center may have an earlier pickup, around 08:00 AM. Please follow the confirmed pickup time for your booking and do not wait until 09:00 AM. Please provide the full name and address of your hotel, apartment, Airbnb, residence, or other accommodation, along with a valid phone number, including country code, preferably with WhatsApp. Transfers are shared, so pickup times may vary depending on traffic, route order, and accommodation location. If the vehicle cannot reach your exact address, a nearby pickup point will be provided. Please check your seat and personal belongings before leaving the vehicle.
For the option “Meeting Point”.
Ankara Caddesi
Hobyar, Cağaloğlu Yokuşu Sok. No: 19/A, 34112 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Rüsrempaşa mah
Ragıp Gümüşpala Cd. 8/2, 34116 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Camlica Hill
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
CamlIca Mosque
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Beylerbeyi Palace
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Bosphorus Bridge (pass by)
Eyup
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Pierre Loti Tepesi
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bosphorus Strait
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All options follow the same sightseeing route.
- Beylerbeyi Palace garden admission, the Eyup cable car ticket, and the 2-hour Bosphorus sightseeing cruise are included in both options.
- Lunch and Beylerbeyi Palace interior admission are not included in either option. Guests who wish to have lunch or enter the palace interior may purchase them separately during the tour.
- The tour does not operate on Mondays.
- Pickup and drop-off are included only with the Transfer option. Pickup is available from selected areas on the European side of Istanbul. Pickup from the Asian side is not available.
- The full experience lasts approximately 10-12 hours depending on the season, traffic, and Bosphorus cruise departure time.
- The Bosphorus cruise is included, but participation is optional. Guests without transfers who skip the cruise finish in the Eminonu area.
- Guests with the Transfer option receive return transportation whether they finish after the land tour or continue with the Bosphorus cruise.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Istanbul Asia & Europe Tour with Bosphorus Cruise and Cable Car?
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Activity code: C-307447P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Free Tea & Nescafe on Board.
- 2-Hour Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Cable Car Ticket.
- Beylerbeyi Palace Gardens.
- Free Wi-Fi on Board.
- Professional Tour Guide.
- Lunch and soft drink.
- Beylerbeyi Palace interior admission.
- Personal Expenses.
- Tips / Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Istanbul Asia & Europe Tour with Bosphorus Cruise and Cable Car is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Free Tea & Nescafe on Board
- 2-Hour Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Cable Car Ticket
- Beylerbeyi Palace Gardens
- Free Wi-Fi on Board
- Professional Tour Guide
- Lunch and soft drink
- Beylerbeyi Palace interior admission
- Personal Expenses
- Tips / Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All options follow the same sightseeing route.
- Beylerbeyi Palace garden admission, the Eyup cable car ticket, and the 2-hour Bosphorus sightseeing cruise are included in both options.
- Lunch and Beylerbeyi Palace interior admission are not included in either option. Guests who wish to have lunch or enter the palace interior may purchase them separately during the tour.
- The tour does not operate on Mondays.
- Pickup and drop-off are included only with the Transfer option. Pickup is available from selected areas on the European side of Istanbul. Pickup from the Asian side is not available.
- The full experience lasts approximately 10-12 hours depending on the season, traffic, and Bosphorus cruise departure time.
- The Bosphorus cruise is included, but participation is optional. Guests without transfers who skip the cruise finish in the Eminonu area.
- Guests with the Transfer option receive return transportation whether they finish after the land tour or continue with the Bosphorus cruise.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
