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- Suggested Start Time: Flexible between 10:00 and 14:00. Your super-friendly TripAdvisor will meet you at your hotel, and you will set off in a comfortable private vehicle towards the Balat area.
- Exploration of Balat: Discover the vibrant murals, rustic staircases, and picturesque cafes that make Balat a photographer’s dream.
- Visit to Pierre Loti Hill via Cable Car: Take a scenic ride up to Pierre Loti Hill, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the Golden Horn and have time for a relaxing tea or coffee break.
- Private Transfer to Ortaköy: Continue to the iconic Ortaköy waterfront, capturing stunning images of the mosque, the Bosphorus, and the lively local scene.
- Return to your hotel: After your visits, your private transfer will take you back to your hotel.
Highlights
- Private transfers: Enjoy seamless and comfortable transport throughout the tour.
- Balat's Colorful Charm: Wander through cobbled streets, vibrant facades, quirky doors, and friendly street cats—perfect for Instagram shots.
- Pierre Loti Cable Car Adventure: Snap epic aerial views over the Golden Horn and enjoy Turkish tea or coffee at the top.
- Breathtaking Ortaköy: Capture stunning waterfront shots with the Bosphorus Bridge in the background, plus street food, boats, and the Ortaköy Mosque.
Includes
- Private transfer throughout the tour
- Drinks on the transfer vehicle (water, sparkling water)
- Pierre Loti cable car fare
- Specific vehicle request for transfer (additional fee applies)
- Personal expenses, including dining
Details
Get ready to flood your Instagram with jaw-dropping shots from the most photogenic corners of Istanbul! This half-day tour is designed for anyone looking to capture stunning content, rack up the likes, and create envy-inducing travel posts. With a private chauffeured vehicle and one of our super-friendly Trip Advisor, you'll explore the city's most Instagrammable spots without the stress of crowded tourist traps.
Your adventure kicks off with a private transfer to the colorful streets of Balat, where cobbled alleys, charming cafes, and vibrant facades create the perfect backdrop for a scroll-stopping post. Get ready for doors, cats, and quirky staircases—Balat has them all!
Next, we take it up a notch—literally! Hop on the Pierre Loti cable car and glide over the Golden Horn for epic aerial shots. At the top, sip on some Turkish tea or coffee while enjoying breathtaking views. Nothing screams “travel goals” like a scenic panorama post with a steaming cup in hand.
Then, it’s off to Ortaköy, one of the most picturesque spots by the Bosphorus. Here, you'll get that classic waterfront shot with the bridge in the background and a little bit of everything—boats, seagulls, street food, and stylish cafes. Oh, and yes, there’s also the stunning Ortaköy Mosque, but we’re here for the vibe, the views, and of course, those effortlessly cool travel snaps.
After filling your camera roll (and maybe sneaking in a few selfies), enjoy a smooth private transfer back to your hotel, wrapping up a day full of like-worthy memories.
Know Before You Go
- Recommended Start Time: Between 10:00 and 14:00.
- Duration: 4-5 hours.
- Dress Code: Dress to impress for those picture-perfect Instagram shots!
- What to Bring: Camera, cash or credit card for personal purchases
- Itinerary may vary: Based on local conditions and guide recommendations.
What To Bring
- Camera for capturing stunning moments
- Cash or credit card for personal purchases
