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Afternoon Cruise in Bosphorus Strait with Cable Car to Pierre Loti Hill
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Highlights

  • Witness Istanbul’s impressive skylines, monuments, and views with the guided Bosphorus Strait afternoon cruise and a cable car ride to Pierre Loti Hill!
  • Experience hassle-free transfers from Istanbul's European side and city center hotels and get insights from an English-speaking guide.
  • Unravel the history of the waterway as you pass by renowned landmarks, including Rumeli Fortress, the Golden Horn, and Dolmabahce Palace.
  • Catch a bird's eye view of the landscape on a cable car ride up to the world-famous Pierre Loti Coffee House.
  • Fun Fact: Istanbul is the only city on Earth located on two continents at once (Europe and Asia).

Your Experience

Ready to experience Turkey’s beauty from the waters in Istanbul where Europe and Asia meet? Then join the Bosphorus Strait afternoon cruise by cable car To Pierre Loti Hill!

Absorb Turkey’s Beauty On The Bosphorus Strait

Take the time to take in all of Istanbul’s natural allure with its natural waterway and picturesque skylines. Keep your cameras ready to capture the impressive skyscrapers and vibrant architecture surrounded by lush greenery and calming waters. Remember to look out for ancient landmarks along the way. Catch sight of the Rumeli Fortress, a large stone structure atop the hills, and the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace, a former administrative hub of the Ottoman Empire.

Witness The Golden Horn & The Pierre Loti Coffee House

Hop on a comfortable air-conditioned bus and ride to the Teleferik Cable Car Station. Examine the horn-shaped inlet flanked by domes and minarets, the Golden Horn. Marvel at the landscape below as you ride up to the Pierre Loti Coffee House. Admire the views of the Galata Tower and the Galata Bridge at the coffee house, said to be the inspiration for the French novelist Pierre Loti who wrote his acclaimed work, "Aziyadé."

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Afternoon Bosphorus cruise
  • Transfers from European side of Istanbul and city center hotels
  • AC coach
  • Cable car tickets
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Food and drinks

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.

  • Please arrive at the pick-up point or meeting point 30 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

  • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

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You'll witness Istanbul’s impressive skylines, monuments, and views on a guided Bosphorus Strait afternoon cruise with a cable car ride to Pierre Loti Hill. Enjoy hassle-free transfers from hotels in the city center or European side.

As you glide along the waterway, look out for renowned landmarks such as Rumeli Fortress, the Golden Horn, and Dolmabahce Palace. You'll also get a bird's eye view from Pierre Loti Coffee House.

The experience is accessible via pram or stroller; however, it’s not wheelchair accessible. Don't forget to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, and scarf for your comfort during the trip.

Cruises begin daily at 1:30 pm onwards from Istanbul's European side or city center hotels. An English-speaking guide will be on board to provide insights about your journey.

Your afternoon Bosphorus cruise includes transfers, an AC coach ride, cable car tickets, and entrance fees for landmarks along the way with an English-speaking guide. However, food and drinks are not provided.

Indeed! A unique aspect of Istanbul is that it's situated on two continents—Europe and Asia—at once.

Yes, pram or stroller accessibility is available for your convenience during this experience. However, please note that wheelchair access isn't provided.

Absolutely! You’ll have insights from an English-speaking guide throughout the cruise to enhance your understanding of Istanbul’s historical and cultural significance.

It's advisable to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and scarf to ensure you're comfortable while enjoying the views on the Bosphorus Strait.

Transfers are included as part of your package. You can conveniently travel from hotels located on the European side or within the city center directly to the starting location for this experience.

You'll witness Istanbul’s impressive skylines, monuments like Rumeli Fortress and Dolmabahce Palace, as well as landmarks such as the Golden Horn. You’ll also enjoy a cable car ride to Pierre Loti Hill.

Yes, pram/stroller accessibility is available for this experience.

It's recommended to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and a scarf to ensure comfort during your trip.

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.

The cruises begin at 1:30pm onwards daily.

Yes, there is an English-speaking guide who provides insights throughout the experience.

The package includes hassle-free transfers from the European side and city center hotels via an AC coach.

No, food and drinks are not included in this experience. You'll need to arrange these separately if desired.

You will discover that Istanbul is uniquely located on two continents at once, Europe and Asia.

The cable car ride takes you to Pierre Loti Hill where you can enjoy a bird's eye view of the landscape from the world-famous Pierre Loti Coffee House.

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