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Turkey / Istanbul
Bosphorus Cruise and Istanbul's Egyptian Bazaar
Duration: 4 hours
Rating: 
You begin your adventure with a visit to the 17th-century Spice Bazaar one of Istanbul's most colorful and bustling attractions. Breathe in the heady mix of spices and herbs in the Egyptian Bazaar, Next you'll take an invigorating cruise on the Bosphorus for superb views of the magical city of Istanbul.
You'll cruise past the
famous Dolmabahce and Beylerbeyi palaces, and see the historic European
and Asian shores, you can also admire the mosques, fortresses,
19th-century masions and Sultan's fanciful gingerbread palaces and
hunting lodges. After your cruise you'll have the chance to visit the
15th-century Rumelihisar Fortress.
Egyptian Bazaar:
Built in 1660 with the taxes collected from the trade of Egyptian herbs
and spices, the exotically domed bazaar is filled with the enticing
aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint and thyme. Browse the stalls
and compare the prices!
Rumelihisar Fortress:
Built
by Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror in 1452, the castle was built at the
narrowest point of the Bosphorus in order to isolate the city of
Istanbul, prior to its invasion in 1453. Following the fall of
Istanbul, the north tower was used as a prison.
Book now! - (Starting from 32,43 € per person)
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