Asian Side and Beylerbeyi Palace Tour

(Available Daily Afternoon – Except Mondays)

Escape the bustling streets of the European side and discover the elegance and serenity of Istanbul’s Asian side, where sweeping views, spiritual landmarks, and Ottoman opulence await. This half-day tour blends panoramic scenery, architectural splendor, and imperial history.

Bosphorus Bridge Drive

Begin your journey by crossing the Bosphorus Bridge, which connects Europe and Asia in just minutes. Once the longest suspension bridge outside the U.S., it offers a dramatic symbol of Istanbul’s position between two continents.

Camlica Hill – Panoramic Viewpoint

Ascend to the summit of Camlica Hill, one of the highest points in Istanbul. Enjoy breathtaking views over the Bosphorus Strait, Sea of Marmara, and Princes’ Islands. The hill is a peaceful green oasis offering a rare, wide-angle view of both the Asian and European skylines.

Grand Camlica Mosque

Visit the monumental Grand Camlica Mosque, Turkey’s largest and most modern mosque, opened in 2019. Designed by two female architects, Bahar Mızrak and Hayriye Gül Totu, the mosque combines classical Ottoman and modern styles. It features a museum, art gallery, library, and conference hall — a cultural complex as much as a house of worship.

Beylerbeyi Palace

Continue to the elegant Beylerbeyi Palace, located on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus. Built in the mid-19th century by Sultan Abdülaziz as a summer residence and guest palace, it reflects the height of late Ottoman luxury. Explore its richly decorated reception halls, glittering with Bohemian crystal chandeliers, Sèvres and Chinese porcelain, and a main salon featuring a fountain inside the room — a symbol of serenity and refinement.

Notable royal guests included Empress Eugénie of France, Shah Nasruddin of Persia, and Grand Duke Nicholas of Russia. After your palace visit, return via scenic coastal roads or the bridge, completing your half-day journey into the refined world of Istanbul’s Asian side.