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Bosphorus Tour with Private Boat (Half Day) Guests will be transferred to Golden Horn that has played an important role in the development of Istanbul as a natural and extremely secure harbor. After a brief visit to the 17th century Spice Bazaar, we embark on an unforgettable cruise along the Bosphorus. The sparkling blue waters of the Bosphorus separate the European part of Turkey from the Asian heartland. During the journey guests can enjoy the wonderful views of Istanbul's waterfront and the city skyline, plus the spectacular suspension bridges that link the two continents. 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, and further along, the parks and imperial pavillions of Yildiz Palace. On the coastal edge of this park, is Ciragan Palace, 300 Meeters of is marble facade faces the shore. At Ortakoy a great variety of artists gather every Sunday to display their work along the street. Ortakoy is a symbol of tolerance with a church, a mosque and a synagogue existing side by side for centuries. After the cruise, the boat will stop at the pier and then transfer back to the hotel. Can be arranged either in the morning or in the afternoon. Includes English speaking professional guide, transportation with A/C modern vehicles and boat. Bosphorus by Night (Dinner Cruise) A traditional excursion by boat along the waterway seperating we have a lovely cruise route Bosphorus on Boat - cruise through the waterway separating the two continents, magic Asia and Europe of marble Palaces. Ancient wooden villas of Ottoman architecture beside modern residential and deluxe apartments and further along, the parks and Imperial Pavillions of Yildiz Palace. On the coastal edge of this park, is famous Ciragan Palace Kempinsky Hotel, 300 meters of is marble facade faces the shore. At Ortakoy a great variety of artists gather every Sunday to display their work along the street. Ortakoy town is a symbol of tolerance with a Church, a Mosque and a Synagogue existing side by side for centuries. During the tour will be seen Bosphorus Bridge – Ortakoy - Arnavutkoy, Sariyer, Dolmabahce Palace – Beylerbeyi Palace (summer residance of Sultan’s) – Oleander Tower and Rumeli Fortress - historical armament built by the Conqueror to control and protect Bosphorus from enemies. One of the unique samples of a military tower. Also will be seen St. Sophia Museum and famous Topkapi Palace. Built by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1452 prior to the conquest of Istanbul, was completed in only four months to control and protect Bosphorus. It is one of the most beautiful works of military architecture anywhere in the world. Includes English speaking assistant, hotel pick up & drop off with A/C modern vehicles, boat, dinner, dj music. |
