Eurasia Bike & Boat Half-Day Tour



You will feel the privilege of riding a bike on two continents both Europe or Asia in a half day tour, with the help of a public boat. This tour offers enjoyable cycling in Istanbul.

Highlights

  • Explore both sides of Istanbul on a half-day bike tour
  • Admire panoramic views of the city and its sights
  • Learn about less beaten paths of Istanbul

Description

Meet your tour leader in the historical neighborhood of Balat, in the European side of the city. Choose your bike for the day then board the public boat to Uskudar. From the boat, admire views of the city skyline and take photos of Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Maiden Tower, Süleymaniye Mosque, Bosphorus Bridge, and more. Arrive in Uskudar, which is on the Asian side of the city. Hop on your bike and pedal to Fenerbahce Park, stopping along the way to take in the sights and listen to your guide share information about the area. Once you’ve worked up a sweat from the bike ride, enjoy a refreshing cup of Turkish tea or coffee at a local cafe and admire the view of Princes’ Islands while you relax. Jump back on your bike and pedal to Kadıköy Pier for a boat ride to Karakoy. Next, cross over the Golden Horn Bay via the Metro Bridge then head back towards the tour’s meeting point in Balat. Tours usually finish around 2 PM, depending on the group’s cycling tempo. Afterwards, spend the day exploring the vibrant streets of Balat at your own leisure, and enjoy some fresh, local cuisine from one of the many street-side food vendors. During the experience all of the metioned monuments are only to be seen from outside.

Includes

Bike and helmet Bottle of water 2 boat rides between Europe and Asia

Important Information

  • You may reach us via WhatsApp before the tour to get the contact details of the current greeter.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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