GOLDEN HORN (from the bus), the arm of the Bosphorus and a natural harbour of the historical peninsula separating the old and the new parts of İstanbul where the first colonies settled during the Byzantine. The residential area for Byzantine Jews, Italian traders and other non-muslim minorities. Drive along the traces of history at Balat viewing Metal Church of St. Stephen the Bulgarian, 21 kms. long City Walls, the strongest fortification of the middle age.
SPICE BAZAAR (Egyptian Bazaar), mystical smells of different aromas of various spices. Shops selling fruits, vegetables, fish, flowers etc.
BOSPHORUS CRUISE, through the waterway separating the two continents, Europe and Asia, with a possibility to take photographs of marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman architecture besides modern residentials and luxurious apartments.
RUMELI FORTRESS (from the sea/no interior visit), historical armament built by the Conqueror to control and protect Bosphorus. A unique example of military architecture.
Lunch
DOLMABAHCE PALACE, recent residence for Ottoman Sultans with 365 rooms and 22 saloons. Famous with the great collection of European antiquity, furniture and 4.5 tons chandelier.
BOSPHORUS BRIDGE, unique chance to step from one continent (Europe) to another (Asia) in 2 minutes.
CAMLICA HILL, exposing a panoramic view of Istanbul and Bosphorus from the best point of view.
* Also visioned during the tour IMPERIAL GARDENS OF ROYAL YILDIZ PALACE, CIRAGAN PALACE HOTEL KEMPINSKI, BOSPHORUS BRIDGE connecting EUROPE & ASIA continents, BEYLERBEYI PALACE from the sea.
You can book it online at http://anzacdayonline.com/products/Bosphorus-Cruise-and-Two-Continents.html or contact us for any assistance.
Fees : $75.00 Per Person
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