Istanbul Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Daytime Bosphorus Cruise
A combined ticket designed to let you see Istanbul from two different perspectives: on land from the upper deck of a double-decker bus, and at sea from the middle of the Bosphorus. On the bus side, you can hop on and off at any of the stops along the route; linger as long as you like at spots such as Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and the Grand Bazaar, then continue your journey. You decide how much time to spend at each stop, and an audio guide narrates the sights along the way. On the boat side, you watch the city from the water: as you glide along the Bosphorus, the facade of Dolmabahçe Palace, the waterfront mansions, and the Bosphorus Bridge pass by your side. What goes unnoticed from land becomes clear here—the relationship between the city's two shores. You don't have to do both experiences on the same day; you can use the bus tour one day and the boat trip on another.
Tour Information
- Duration: 1 Day
- Languages: tr, en
- Categories: Daily Tours, Boat Tours, Istanbul Tours, Turkey Tours, City Tours & Cultural Trips
- Age Groups: Baby: 0 - 0 · Child: 3 - 11 · Adult: 12 - 99
Included Services
- Hop-on hop-off bus tour
- Bosphorus boat cruise
- Audio guide
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Museum and monument admission tickets
- Hotel pickup
Meeting & End Points
- Starting Point: Sultanahmet Meydanı
- Ending Point: Dolmabahçe Sarayı
Meeting Points
- Sultanahmet Square — Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet Parkı No:2, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Tour Route
10:00 · Sultanahmet Meydanı — Sultanahmet Square
Board the double-decker bus at the stop in Sultanahmet Square, head up to the upper deck, and start your journey as you switch on the audio guide. As you pass by Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, you see the first stops on the route. If you like, you can hop off here and wander the streets of the historic peninsula before continuing on the next bus.11:00 · Grand Bazaar
Hop off at the Grand Bazaar stop to wander the streets of this centuries-old bazaar, or take a walk to see Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque up close. You decide how long to stay at each stop; when you're ready, board the next bus and pick up your route right where you left off. The bus tour can also be used on a different day from the boat cruise.14:00 · Dolmabahçe Sarayı — Dolmabahçe Palace
On the boat cruise, you see the city from the water this time: as you glide along the Bosphorus, the façade of Dolmabahçe Palace, the waterfront mansions and the Bosphorus Bridge pass by. The relationship between the two shores, which goes unnoticed from land, is far clearer from the middle of the water. The departure pier for the boat cruise is stated in your booking confirmation.
Popular Points
- Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
- Grand Bazaar
Tour Rules
Transport and Baggage
- Allowed: You can board the bus at any stop along the route. The departure pier for the boat cruise is stated in your booking confirmation.
Good to Know
- Not Allowed: The bus tour and boat cruise do not have to be taken on the same day; they can be used on separate days. Your ticket is valid for a specified period after first use.
Booking Conditions
- Reservation request is instantly confirmed.
- Pay 30% now, the rest by Bank/Credit Card
- (Taxes Included)
Upcoming Departures
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Are taxes included in the tour price?
- Yes, taxes are included in the prices shown on this page.