Bosphorus Cruise | Istanbul Highlights

Private Bosphorus Cruise | Istanbul Highlights Tour

First, you will visit the Imperial Dolmabahce Palace, which was built in the mid-19th century by Sultan Abdulmecit I, the rococo facade stretches for 600 meters along the European shore of the Bosphorus. You will see the Selamlik Section of the Palace.  

Then, you will transfer to your private motor yacht for an exciting cruise on the Bosphorus. The cruise affords excellent sea views of the past palaces of the Ottomans, as well as many beautiful wooden yalis (houses) from the 19th and 20th centuries, old mansions and modern villas. You will also view the Beylerbeyi summer palace. Istanbul life evolves around the Bosphorus Sea and has done for centuries. 

Last, you will continue to explore ninety-two streets of the famous Grand Bazaar. The Grand Bazaar is the largest and oldest covered Bazaar in Turkey with more than 4,000 shops. A variety of Turkish handicrafts, handmade carpets, rare jewels and inexpensive souvenirs all sold in small shops next to each other. The most oriental atmosphere in Istanbul is found in the bazaar.

At the end of your day, you will return to your hotel or to the port to embark your ship.