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Istanbul Bosphorus Tour With Whirling Dervish Show

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Cruise along the Bosphorus on a 2-hour boat tour. Enjoy a Whirling Dervish show and live music on select days, and take in views of Istanbul's historic sites from the water.The shores of Istanbul,Bosphorus have hosted many civilizations throughout history.The Bosphorus tour is an activity that must be done. The beauty of the Bosphorus from the sea to explore the historic buildings,but also to create a terrific atmosphere breathe in the sea air.Each season offers a different beauty of the Bosphorus cruise with July in April opened in mid-May to the end of almost being turned into a riot of color and it turns into a must-visit.A cruise along the Bosphorus is a year-round attraction.Istanbul Strait of our tour we are happy to make you travel safely. A great opportunity to see the beauty of the Bosphorus and its magnificent historical monuments closely. Spectacular view to decorate your pictures. If you're lucky if you can see dolphins dancing in the water.

What's Included

  • Tea İncluded
  • Whirling Dervish Show
  • Professionel Guide licensed by the ministry of Tourism in the tours.
  • Lunch not included
  • Hotel transfer not included
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks not included
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Abdülezel paşa Cad.Balat Parkı Unkapanı Köprüsü Kadir Has Üniversitesi Önü
Cibali, Balat, 01234 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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Golden Horn

We will sail to the Bosphorus from the golden horn, which is the departure point of our tour.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Galata Koprusu (pass by)

The Galata Bridge (Galata Köprüsü) is a 490-metre long drawbridge found in the Golden Horn estuary, which unites the old Istanbul with its more modern area.
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Dolmabahce Palace (pass by)

Dolmabahce Palace built in 19 th century is one of the most glamorous palaces in the world. It was the administrative center of the late Ottoman Empire with the last of the Ottoman Sultans residing there.( From The Se )
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Ortakoy (pass by)

Seen from the Bosphorus cruise, the Bosphorus coastline on the European side resembles a string of villages, each with its own individual character and attractions, and indeed that’s just what it was. Located between down-to-earth Beşiktaş and chichi Kuruçeşme, Ortakoy does what its name suggests and positions itself somewhere in the middle (orta köy means ‘middle village’ in Turkish). ( From The Sea )
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Bosphorus Bridge (pass by)

The Bosphorus Bridge, or as it is known in recent years, the 15 july martyrs bridge, along with the Sultan Mehmed Bridge, the Sultan Selim Bridge is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Istanbul, and it is one of the three suspension bridges in the Bosphorus. It extends a length of 1,560 meters to connect between The European and Asian continents.
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Rumeli Fortress (pass by)

Rumeli Castle (Rumeli Hisarı) is an Ottoman fortress dating to 1452. It was built by Ottoman sultan Mehmed II (Mehmed the Conqueror) in preparation for the conquest of Constantinople. The castle is situated on the shore of the Bosphorus Strait at its narrowest point approximately 660 meters. It is just opposite of Anadolu Castle (Anadolu Hisarı) which is another Ottoman castle built in 1394 by Bayezid I. Both Anadolu Castle and Rumeli Castle were built by Ottoman sultans in order to prevent military and economic aid to the Byzantine Empire from coming from the north, Black Sea. Thus, the Bosphorus Strait connects the Black Sea with the Marmara Sea. ( From The Sea )
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Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge (pass by)

Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge is located in Istanbul Turkey. Also called the Second Bosphorus Bridge. The bridge is one of three bridges that cross the Bosphorus Strait that divides Asia and Europe. Construction of the bridge began in 1986 and in 1988 opened the bridge. The bridge is 1510 meters long and the main span is 1,090 meters. ( From The Sea )
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Beylerbeyi Palace (pass by)

Described by some as a miniature Dolmabahce Palace but without the crowds, the Beylerbeyi Sarayı (Beylerbeyi Palace) was commissioned by Sultan Abdülaziz to act as an imperial summer residence. With 24 rooms, 6 halls, and a hammam, it would have been quite the summer home and was also used to entertain visiting dignitaries. ( From The Sea )
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KIz Kulesi (pass by)

The Maiden’s Tower ( Turkish: Kız Kulesi ), also known as Leander’s Tower ( Tower of Leandros) since the medieval Byzantine period, is a tower on a small islet at the southern entrance of the Bosphorus strait, 200 m (220 yd) from the coast of Üsküdar neighborhood in İstanbul. It is one of the most popular landmarks and monuments of the city, with a history that spans over two millennia. ( From The Sea )
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Golden Horn (pass by)

Thank you for choosing us, we will continue to serve you with our professional live guide and boat crew and we will be pleased. Our tour ends here. We wish you a good day and see you soon.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Enjoy the fascinating 2-hour Istanbul Bosphorus tour between two continents.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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Q: Will I get seasick on Istanbul Bosphorus Tour With Whirling Dervish Show?

A: 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. Read more Feb 2023

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  • Tea İncluded
  • Whirling Dervish Show
  • Professionel Guide licensed by the ministry of Tourism in the tours.
  • Lunch not included
  • Hotel transfer not included
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Enjoy the fascinating 2-hour Istanbul Bosphorus tour between two continents.
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