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You can book directly on our website by selecting your tour, choosing a date and package, then completing the secure checkout. You can also contact us by WhatsApp or email and we'll arrange the booking for you.

Is a deposit required to confirm my booking?

Yes, a 30% non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking to secure your place. The remaining 70% is due 7 days before the tour date or upon arrival in cash.

Can I book a private tour for my group?

Absolutely! All our tours can be run as fully private experiences with a dedicated guide. Private tours offer flexible timing, customised itineraries and Arabic, English or Turkish commentary. Contact us for a personalised quote.

What is your cancellation policy?

Cancellations made 7 or more days before the tour date receive a full refund of the balance payment (deposit is non-refundable). Cancellations within 7 days receive no refund. In the event of cancellation by Fratello due to weather or operational reasons, you receive a full refund or a free rebooking.

What languages do your guides speak?

All our guides speak English and Turkish fluently. Many tours also have Arabic-speaking guides available — please select your preferred language when booking or contact us to confirm availability.

Are entrance fees included in the tour price?

It varies by tour — please check the "What's Included" section on each tour page for the exact list. Some high-cost sites such as Topkapi Harem or balloon rides are listed as optional extras.

What should I wear on tours?

Comfortable walking shoes are essential for most tours. When visiting mosques, shoulders and knees must be covered (scarves are provided at mosque entrances). For Pamukkale, you will walk barefoot on the terraces so leave your shoes at the base.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) via our secure online payment gateway. We also accept bank transfers and cash payments (EUR, USD, GBP or TRY) upon arrival.

Daily Tours

Half-Day Afternoon Bosphorus Tour

5 hour Max 14 people

About This Tour

An afternoon Bosphorus cruise, panoramic hilltop views, Ottoman heritage and colourful neighbourhoods.

Itinerary

1
Hotel Pickup

Pickup from your hotel.
2
Bosphorus Cruise

Ottoman palaces, waterside mansions, bridges, both continental shores.
3
Pierre Loti Hill

Golden Horn panorama, tea/coffee, photos.
4
Cable Car Descent

A scenic descent by cable car.
5
Eyüp Sultan Mosque

A revered Ottoman mosque.
6
Balat

Colourful houses, historic streets, street photography.
7
Return Transfer

Transfer back to your hotel.

What's Included

Hotel pickup & drop-off
Bosphorus cruise ticket
Cable car ticket
Licensed guide
Transportation service

Not Included

Personal expenses
Food and drinks
Tips

Choose Your Package

Package	Adult	Child	Infant (Free)	Extras
Half-Day Afternoon Bosphorus Tour	€35	€35	Free	Hotel Transfer

What to Bring

Comfortable shoes, camera/phone, sunglasses, a light jacket in cool weather, cash for personal spending, passport.

Important Information

Not recommended for guests with mobility difficulties due to slopes, stairs and uneven streets in Balat and Eyüp. Appropriate clothing for mosque visits. The cable car is weather-dependent. Duration may vary with traffic/sea conditions. No tour on Fridays.

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€ per person

Children (3–12)

€ per person

Infants (0–2)

Free

Total €

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Half-Day Afternoon Bosphorus Tour

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