4-Day Istanbul Tour with Bosphorus Cruise & Beylerbeyi Palace
Trip overview
Spend four days exploring Istanbul’s Byzantine and Ottoman heritage. Visit the Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern, browse the Spice Bazaar, and take a cruise along the Bosphorus. The itinerary also includes a visit to Beylerbeyi Palace and panoramic views from Çamlıca Hill. The package includes three nights in a selected 4-star hotel with breakfast, English-speaking guides, airport transfers, entrance fees and the Bosphorus cruise.
Trip at a glance
- Duration03 Nights / 04 Days
- RouteIstanbul
- Travel stylePrivate or small group
- Guide languagesEnglish
- SeasonThis tour operates daily throughout the year.
Highlights and route
- 03 Nights / 04 Days
- Istanbul
- Bosphorus Cruise Included
- Join a scheduled small-group departure or request a private version of this itinerary. Private tour pricing and availability are confirmed upon request.
- Carefully Selected 4-Star Hotel
- Flexible Travel Dates
- Fully Customizable Itinerary
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Day-by-day itinerary
On arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST or SAW), meet your representative and transfer to your hotel. Check-in is available after 14:00. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Istanbul
After breakfast, join a guided walking tour of the Old City. Visit the Hippodrome, including the Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column and German Fountain, followed by the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Continue to the Basilica Cistern. Overnight in Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, visit the Spice Bazaar and take a scenic cruise along the Bosphorus. Continue across the Bosphorus Bridge to Çamlıca Hill for panoramic views of the city, then visit Beylerbeyi Palace. Return to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, check out by 12:00. Transfer to Istanbul Airport according to your departure flight time.
Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions
What is included
- Three nights’ accommodation in a selected 4-star hotel with breakfast
- Two days of guided small-group tours with an English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees for the sites listed in the itinerary
- Bosphorus cruise
- Airport–hotel transfers on arrival and departure
- Transportation for the scheduled tours
What is not included
- Personal expenses
- Tips for the driver and guide
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Drinks and beverages
- Travel insurance
Trip requirements and practical information
Domestic flights
None
Walking level
Moderate
Passport and visas
Each traveler must hold a valid passport with at least six (6) months' validity beyond the intended date of return, unless otherwise required by the destination country. Travelers are solely responsible for obtaining all required visas, travel authorizations, vaccinations and other entry documentation.
Travel insurance
Magnificent Travel strongly recommends that all travelers purchase comprehensive travel insurance before departure. Magnificent Travel does not provide travel insurance.
Good to know
- This tour operates daily throughout the year
- Prices are per person, based on a minimum of 2 adults
- Tour itinerary can be customized upon request
- Transfers include 1 luggage allowance per person
Frequently asked questions
The itinerary includes the Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Spice Bazaar, a Bosphorus cruise, Çamlıca Hill and Beylerbeyi Palace. Topkapı Palace and the Grand Bazaar are not listed in the program.
Yes. Transfers between Istanbul Airport (IST or SAW) and your hotel are included on arrival and departure.
The package includes three nights in a selected 4-star hotel in Istanbul, with daily breakfast.
Yes, professional English-speaking guides are included during all scheduled sightseeing tours. Your guide will provide historical insights, cultural information, and local expertise while helping you discover the city's most important landmarks.
Yes, this tour is ideal for first-time visitors. It covers Istanbul's most iconic attractions, including Byzantine and Ottoman monuments, bustling bazaars, royal palaces, and a cruise between Europe and Asia, providing a comprehensive introduction to the city.
The tour involves walking through historic districts, bazaars and palace grounds. Some paths may be uneven, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
The itinerary includes a cruise along the Bosphorus, offering views of Istanbul’s waterfront and the European and Asian sides of the city.
You can cancel free of charge up to 30 days before the tour departure date. Cancellations made within 30 days may be subject to fees according to the booking terms and cancellation policy. Travel insurance is recommended for additional flexibility and protection.
Yes, the tour operates throughout the year and can be customized according to your preferences. You can add extra nights, upgrade hotel categories, include additional sightseeing tours, or modify the itinerary to suit your interests. Contact Magnificent Travel for a personalized itinerary and quotation.
Price and availability
From€695 per person
Starting price per person. The final price depends on dates, hotels and group size.
The tour price is quoted per person and is based on a minimum of two adults. It does not apply to solo travelers. Prices may vary depending on the travel date.
Request a personalized quoteSeason
This tour operates daily throughout the year.
Payment summary
Deposit
50%
Required at the time of confirmation to secure all travel arrangements.
Balance
50%
Due no later than fifteen (15) days before the arrival date, regardless of the booking date.
We accept
Visa, Mastercard, Bank transfer
Card payments may be subject to applicable bank processing fees.
Trip cancellation terms
Free cancellation 31 days or more before the tour date.
- 31 days or more before arrival: Free cancellation; no cancellation fees apply.
- 30–21 days before arrival: 25% of the total land package price.
- 20–14 days before arrival: 50% of the total land package price.
- 13 days or less before arrival: 100% of the total package price.
- No-show: 100% of the total package price.