Description
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
With all of its spellbinding beauty, it should come as no surprise that it holds wonders worth exploring by coach and by boat. This engaging adventure begins with a scenic drive across the Galata Bridge into the heart of Istanbul to the Spice Market in Old Town. Stroll past a myriad of stalls selling ancient spices such as frankincense, myrrh, cinnamon, cumin, and rice spice (an aromatic blend of spices and dried rose petals). Take a moment to watch the trading, which occurs the same way today as it has been since 1664. Walk to the pier and board a private motorboat for a cruise on the Bosphorus Strait. As you cruise between Asia and Europe, soak up the views of wooden Turkish villas, 19th-century Ottoman palaces and the Rumeli Fortress, the 15th century castle built by Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror as part of preparations for the siege of Constantinople. Enjoy a Turkish Bagel as snack and refreshments during your cruise.
Special Notes:
On Official Holidays and Religious Festive Days, the Spice Market will be closed. Expect dense traffic conditions in Istanbul. Guests need to exercise with caution when embarking and disembarking the boat. The boat trip is operated depending on weather conditions. Surfaces in the Old Town can be rough and uneven with broken pathways and steps. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes. Bring a hat and sunblockDetails
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.