Exploring the captivating city of Istanbul just got easier with the Guided Istanbul City Tour and Bosphorus Dinner Cruise. This comprehensive package allows travelers to enjoy the city’s rich history and culture, while also indulging in a scenic evening cruise along the iconic Bosphorus Strait. With a focus on the iconic Hagia Sophia Mosque and a delightful Turkish lunch, this tour promises an unforgettable experience. But the real enchantment lies in what awaits as the sun sets…
Key Points
- The tour offers a guided Istanbul city tour and a Bosphorus dinner cruise, with pickup and drop-off from selected hotels in central Istanbul.
- The city tour includes visits to the iconic Hagia Sophia Mosque and the bustling Grand Bazaar, along with a Turkish cuisine lunch.
- The Bosphorus dinner cruise features a 3-course meal, live entertainment, and the opportunity to purchase alcoholic beverages.
- The tour is priced at $110 per person and can accommodate up to 100 travelers, operated by Daytur Dubai.
- The tour has a flexible cancellation policy, allowing cancellation up to 24 hours prior for a full refund.
Tour Overview
The guided Istanbul City Tour with Bosphorus Dinner Cruise offers visitors a comprehensive exploration of Turkey’s vibrant capital. Priced from $110 per person, this tour accommodates up to 100 travelers and is operated by Daytur Dubai.
The morning city tour includes hotel pickup, entrance to the Hagia Sophia Mosque, and lunch. The evening dinner cruise features a 3-course meal, live entertainment, and the option to purchase alcoholic beverages.
Hotel pickup and drop-off are provided for the cruise, though the city tour ends at the Grand Bazaar. The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible but is suitable for most travelers.
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Itinerary and Inclusions
The morning city tour includes hotel pick-up from selected central Istanbul areas, providing convenient transportation for participants.
Once arrived, they’ll explore the iconic Hagia Sophia Mosque, admiring its stunning Byzantine architecture and learning about its rich history.
Lunch is also included, allowing guests to savor local Turkish cuisine.
In the evening, the dinner cruise along the Bosphorus offers a relaxing and entertaining experience. Guests will enjoy a 3-course meal accompanied by soft drinks and live entertainment.
Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are provided for the evening excursion.
City Tour Highlights
One of the highlights of the morning city tour is the visit to the iconic Hagia Sophia Mosque. Guests will marvel at its massive domed architecture and intricate Byzantine mosaics.
Next, the tour takes visitors to the bustling Grand Bazaar, where they can browse the countless shops and stalls selling handicrafts, jewelry, and Turkish delights.
Throughout the tour, the knowledgeable guide provides insights into Istanbul’s rich history and cultural heritage. Guests will also enjoy a delicious lunch, included in the tour package, before heading to the evening Bosphorus dinner cruise.
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise
After the morning city tour and lunch, guests embark on the evening Bosphorus dinner cruise.
The 3-course dinner is served with soft drinks, and a selection of alcoholic beverages is available for purchase. Guests are entertained by live shows throughout the cruise.
The tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off, ensuring a seamless experience.
The cruise provides a relaxing and scenic way to experience Istanbul’s stunning waterfront at night.
With a maximum of 100 travelers, the dinner cruise offers an intimate setting to enjoy the city’s beauty and culinary delights.
Meeting and Pickup Details
City tour participants end their morning excursion at the Grand Bazaar, with no hotel drop-off provided.
They’ll need to reconfirm their hotel pickup for both the city tour and the evening dinner cruise.
The tour operator includes hotel pickup and drop-off only for hotels located in central Istanbul on the European side.
Participants should confirm their pickup details in advance to ensure a seamless experience.
The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, but infants can sit on laps.
Most travelers can participate, with the tour located near public transportation.
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Accessibility and Transportation
Is the Guided Istanbul City Tour wheelchair accessible? No, the tour isn’t wheelchair accessible.
However, the tour is near public transportation, making it accessible to most travelers. Infants must sit on laps during the tour and cruise.
Travelers will meet at their centrally located Istanbul hotel on the European side to begin the day. The city tour ends at the Grand Bazaar, without hotel drop-off.
Travelers must reconfirm their hotel pick-up for both the city tour and evening dinner cruise.
Confirmation and Cancellation Policy
Travelers receive confirmation of their booking upon completing their reservation. This confirms their spot on the guided Istanbul city tour with Bosphorus dinner cruise.
The tour operates with a flexible cancellation policy – customers can cancel their booking up to 24 hours before the experience starts and receive a full refund. This allows them to easily change or cancel their plans if needed.
The operator, Daytur Dubai, give you a hassle-free booking experience. Customers simply need to reconfirm their hotel pickup details closer to the tour date to ensure a smooth start to their Istanbul adventure.
Booking Information
To book the guided Istanbul City Tour with Bosphorus Dinner Cruise, customers can easily reserve their spot online.
The tour offers flexibility, as travelers can opt to pay later after securing their reservation. On top of that, the tour provider offers free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, providing customers with peace of mind.
Some additional booking details include:
- Only hotels in central Istanbul on the European side are included for pick-up and drop-off.
- Customers must reconfirm their hotel pick-up for both the city tour and dinner cruise.
- The city tour ends at the Grand Bazaar, without hotel drop-off.
The Sum Up
The Guided Istanbul City Tour and Bosphorus Dinner Cruise offer a captivating way to explore the city’s iconic sights and enjoy a scenic evening on the water. With a comprehensive itinerary, delightful local cuisine, and convenient transportation, this tour provides a hassle-free and memorable experience for visitors to Istanbul. It’s an opportunity to take in the city’s rich history and culture while savoring the enchanting atmosphere.
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