This full-day tour takes you on a journey from Europe to Istanbul's lesser-known Asian side. Learn about the city that spans 2 continents as you seek out major landmarks, scenic viewpoints, and cultural hubs, and then cruise along the strait that forms a boundary between Europe and Asia.

Upon gathering at the meeting point, cross the Bosphorus Bridge, which connects the European and Asian sections of the municipal. Climb the Camlica Hills, Istanbul's highest, and view the awe-inspiring city, which seems to stretch out endlessly.

Feel like a house guest of the former Ottoman regal family with a visit to the Beylerbeyi Palace. This French neo-Baroque style building was the summer residence of the Ottoman sultans. Admire the elegant interior, with its original furniture and European and Asian porcelain, and take a stroll through the immaculate gardens before continuing to Bagdat Street, a fashionable place for a Sunday-Brunch-Kind meal.

Following lunch at a Turkish restaurant, cruise on the Bosphorus, a passage that joins the Sea of Marmara and the Black Sea. Sit back and take in the magnificent sights, including the Dolmabahçe Palace, the Bay of Tarabya, and the Rumeli Fortress. Complete your tour with a visit to the vibrant Spice Market, where rare spices and herbs are traded.