Asian Side of Istanbul Tour - Skip the Line Tickets

Name: Asian Side of Istanbul Tour - Skip the Line Tickets
Brand: Travelium
SKU: d65291ce-230f-459c-b3e1-19790ca921b9
Availability: InStock

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Summary

Meet your guide at a centrally located hotel or meeting point, and learn the history of the Bosphorus Bridge from its completion in 1974 to the dramatic clashes between protesters and soldiers during an attempted 2016 coup. Don’t miss the perfect views of the shoreline from the bridge, whose highest point is over 197 feet (60 mt) above sea level. Continue to the highest point in Istanbul to soak up the park-like atmosphere atop Çamlica Hill, a favorite destination for local couples and families. Step into the world of Ottoman sultans at Beylerbeyi Palace, where the 19th-century décor and furnishings have been painstakingly preserved since the fall of the empire. Discover a blend of Ottoman architecture and French-influenced neo-Baroque style, along with Bohemian chandeliers, Arabic-inscribed ceilings and elegant gardens that look out towards the Bosphorus Strait. Finish the tour on Baghdad Street, where ancient Silk Road merchants and travelers have given way to luxurious shops and exclusive cafes. Get inside tips from your guide on the best places to eat, shop and experience the best of this modern neighborhood. Entrance fees are not included in this tour.

Tour info

Duration

4 hours

Why take this tour?

Drive on the Bosphorus Bridge from Europe to Asia. Visit to the highest point Camlica Hill to enjoy the breathtaking views of the city with seven hills. Visit to the most lavishly furnished 19th century Ottoman Sultan's summer residence of Beylerbeyi Palace. Walking around the elegant boutique shops and merchants of Baghad Street will expose guests to the wealth of Istanbul.

What’s included?

Guided tour of Asian Side of Istanbul & Beylerbeyi Palace.
English-Speaking & Professional Tour Guide.
Transportation from/to the Meeting Point.
Meals & Drinks.
Gratuities
Admission Fees to Musuems.
Entry/Admission - Camlica Hill
Entry/Admission - Beylerbeyi Palace
Entry/Admission - Bagdat Street

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 4h
Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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