Istanbul Old and Modern Tour with Lunch and Bosphorus Cruise

10 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

This tour offers the perfect balance of old and modern Istanbul in one well-planned day.

Unlike standard city tours, it combines historical landmarks, vibrant neighborhoods, and a relaxing Bosphorus cruise with lunch included.

With hotel pickup & drop-off, a licensed professional guide, and a carefully paced itinerary, you explore the city comfortably without rushing.

Walking, driving, and cruising together create a complete Istanbul experience from both land and sea — ideal for first-time visitors and travelers with limited time.

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At a glance

Duration: 10 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Sultanahmet Old City Travel Turizm Organizasyon

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–5 years) · Adults (6–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional licensed English-speaking tour guide
Included: Bosphorus & Golden Horn boat cruise
Included: Full-day Old & Modern Istanbul guided tour
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off from centrally located Istanbul hotels
Included: Lunch on the boat

Not included

Not included: Drinks
Not included: Personal expenses
Not included: Tips and gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

Yedikule (Castle of the Seven Towers)

one hour Admission included

Visit the historic Yedikule Fortress, part of the ancient Walls of Constantinople. Our guide will explain its Byzantine and Ottoman history, including its role as a fortress, treasury, and prison.
Galata Tower

one hour Admission not included

Explore the lively Galata district with a guided walking tour. Learn about the history of the Galata Tower area and enjoy panoramic city views from the surroundings.
Galata Mevlevi Museum

one hour Admission not included

See the historic Galata Mevlevi Lodge from outside and learn about the Whirling Dervish tradition and Mevlevi culture from your guide.
Stop 4

one hour

Visit St. Anthony of Padua Church, the largest Catholic church in Istanbul, located on Istiklal Street. Free time to explore the interior.
Fener & Balat

one hour

Walk through the colorful streets of Balat and Fener, famous for historic houses, churches, synagogues, cafés, and multicultural heritage.
Bosphorus Strait

Passing by

Enjoy lunch onboard while cruising along the Golden Horn. A relaxing break with city views from the water.
Golden Horn

Passing by

Cruise along the Golden Horn and enjoy views of historic bridges and waterfront neighborhoods with live guide commentary.
Dolmabahce Palace

Passing by

See Dolmabahçe Palace from the Bosphorus during the cruise and learn about the Ottoman Empire’s last royal palace.
Stop 9

Passing by

Pass by the iconic Ortaköy Mosque and enjoy photo opportunities from the boat.
Rumeli Fortress

Passing by

View Rumeli Fortress from the Bosphorus and hear its strategic importance during the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople.
Beylerbeyi Palace

Passing by

See Beylerbeyi Palace on the Asian side of Istanbul from the boat and learn about its Ottoman history.
KIz Kulesi

Passing by

Pass by the famous Maiden’s Tower and hear the legends and history behind one of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks.
Istanbul

one hour

Hotel Drop-off (End of Tour)

At the end of the tour, guests are transferred back to their centrally located hotels in Istanbul. The tour concludes with a comfortable and safe hotel drop-off.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please be ready at 08:30 AM at Sultanahmet Old City Travel Agency.

This is our office location.

Please arrive 10 minutes earlier to ensure a smooth start.

Our staff will be waiting in front of the office to welcome you.

End point

Please be ready at 08:30 AM at Sultanahmet Old City Travel Agency.

This is our office location.

Please arrive 10 minutes earlier to ensure a smooth start.

Our staff will be waiting in front of the office to welcome you.

Pickup points

Harbour Suites Old City
Atlantis Royal Hotel
Vardar Palace Hotel
Gulseda Otel Apart
Imagine Istanbul - Sultanahmet
Hotel Inter Istanbul
Union Hotel Port
Xenia Hotel Istanbul
AHC Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class
Meddusa Hotel
Gulhane Corner Hotel
Chambers of the Boheme

and 2,962 more pickup points

Pick-up is available only from hotels located in the following areas:

Istanbul City Center Hotels, Sultanahmet, Aksaray, Laleli, Grand Bazaar, Sirkeci, Karakoy, Taksim, Beyoglu, Fatih, Eminonu, Cankurtaran, Sisli, Kadırga, Kumkapi, Beyazit.

Please note:

Pick-up service is not available from the Asian (Anatolian) side of Istanbul.

Guests staying on the Asian side are kindly requested to meet at a designated meeting point in the European side city center.

Make sure to be ready at your hotel lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time.

The exact pick-up time will be confirmed after booking.