Itinerary
1
Meeting in Kabataş or your hotel
we head to the pier. Brief introduction about the Bosphorus as the border between Europe and Asia for thousands of years.
2
Northbound cruise
we sail past Dolmabahçe Palace, the Ortaköy Mosque under the first bridge, and the yalıs (Ottoman wooden waterfront mansions) along the coast.
3
Ortaköy stop
we get off to stroll the square, see the baroque mosque and try the famous kumpir (giant stuffed potato) from the local market.
4
Rumeli Fortress and Bebek
we continue to Rumeli Hisarı Fortress, built in just 4 months by Mehmed II before conquering Constantinople. Stop in Bebek for waterside coffee.
5
Crossing to the Asian side
we take the ferry to Üsküdar. Views of the Maiden's Tower and a walk along the waterfront of Istanbul's quietest neighborhood.
6
Return with sunset views (afternoon timing)
the Bosphorus strait at sunset is one of Istanbul's most beautiful sights.