Highlights:
-Visit Dolmabahce Palace, last administration center of the Ottoman Empire
-Camlica Hill; best photoshoot point for magnificent view of Istanbul
-Enjoy cruising on Bosphorus and see ottoman mansions
-Experience shopping with locals in Spice Bazaar
-Tasty typical Turkish Food in local restaurant.
Overview:
Enjoy a Fullday Day guided tour of the Bosphorus District which is the most charming part of the city of Istanbul. Visit the Dolmabahce Palace and Spice Market, enjoy cruising on Bosphorus with its breathtaking view including Rustempasa Mosque, Ortakoy, Bosphorus Bridge and Rumeli Fortress, Take a picture of the magnificent view of Istanbul from the Camlica Hill.
Program:
According to your tour pick-up time meet with your guide and start your full-day tour. Visit Spice Bazaar; Built ın 1664, it is on an ‘L’ shape with six gates. Prevıously called Egyptian Bazaar during the ottoman period because shopkeepers used to sell herbs and spices brought throughout Egypt and Asia. Today, still many spice shops and herb specialists are continuing their business there, You can apprecıate the mesmerising spice smells and aromers from miles away. Next; Dolmabahce Palace; It is the latest palace used by the ottoman sultans from 1856 until the republic. It consists of 285 rooms and 46 halls. There are approximately 600 paintings and very beautiful, huge, handmade Hereke carpets specially woven for the palace. It is a unique structure where western architecture meets with oriental life style.
Your tour continues with the Cruising on Bosphorus; Here you will enjoy a magnificent view. Wıth great history and beautiful nature, The Bosphorus divides EUROPE & ASIA geographically but connects culturally & historically. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion, you will pass the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace, Rustem Pasa Mosque, Rumeli Fortress and further along with the parks and imperial pavillions of Yildiz Palace. This cruise will most defınıtly be the highlight of your trip in Istanbul. At the end of the tour drive you back to the departure point.