Drive across the magnificent Bosphorus Suspension Bridge, which divides the continents of Europe and Asia. Then continue to Camlica Hill, the highest point of Istanbul. You can take photos of the stunning panorama. A short drive from here is the summer palace of the Sultans which is located in a small village by the Bosphorus called Beylerbeyi. Beylerbeyi Palace is a mansion built under the influence of Western architecture in the 19th century and we will take a guided tour of its extravagantly decorated interior. During the day you will also visit the Egyptian Spice Bazaar which is full of the mystical aromas of various spices and colourful shops selling fruit, vegetables, flowers and fish etc. Board for a cruise along the Bosphorus, the water way separating the two continents of Europe and Asia. You will have a chance to see the European style palaces of the Ottomans and the palaces of Dolmabahce and Beylerbeyi, in striking contrast to some of the modern villas that line the shores. Lunch and hotel pick up and drop off are included in the tour.

Spice Bazaar which is full of the mystical aromas of various spices and colourful shops selling fruit, vegetables, flowers, fish etc.

Camlica Hill, the highest point of Istanbul. From here you can take photos of the stunning panorama before you.