The 4 Best Bus and Boat Tours in Turkey

1.Cabrio Bus and Boat Day Trip at the Green Lake

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 107 reviews · 1 day · from $24Our pick

Travel from Side in an open-sided cabrio bus through orange groves and the Taurus Mountains. Cruise Green Lake for about an hour, eat lunch by the water, visit a mosque, and stop at Manavgat Waterfall. Guides such as Thomas and Alex are praised for clear, friendly commentary in several languages.

“I had an amazing experience on this tour! I enjoyed every aspect of it, especially the refreshing and breathtaking Waterfall and Green Canyon. The scenic drive was also enjoyable, and Alex, our guide, provided us with great information. He was polite, entertaining, and engaging. My husband left his bag in Alex's van, but Alex was kind enough to drop it off for us. Overall, it was a memorable experience that I will cherish forever. Thank you, Spass Tour, for such a wonderful day trip!”

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2.Istanbul Bus and Boat: 5 Hours Guided City Tour & Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 47 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $150

Spend about six hours touring Istanbul by boat, bus, and cable car with an English-speaking guide. You’ll see the Bosphorus, Golden Horn, Küçüksu Palace or Rumeli Fortress, Ottoman landmarks, major bridges, and hilltop views near Eyüp. The tour ends in Sultanahmet Square, with no hotel drop-off.

“prompt pick up, great cruise and knowledgeable guide. Also, great value.Would highly recommend. It is longer though than half day due to hotel pick ups.”

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3.Afternoon Bosphorus Boat and Bus Tour with cable car from Pierre Loti Coffee

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 25 reviews · from $35

Combine a 90-minute Bosphorus cruise with a bus ride through Balat, Fener, the Golden Horn, and the Byzantine walls. At Pierre Loti Tepesi, ride the cable car down after seeing one of Istanbul’s finest city views. Pickup is offered from central hotels, and the guide may lead in more than one language.

“Wonderful tour guide explained everything with great detail. Timing was right. Visited the sites during a low season so we felt we were receiving a private tour. Crowds at sightseeing areas was understandable. Enjoyed snacks from places Pierre Loti, Ferry, and restaurant. Great pictures. Memorable chat with the tour guide.”

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4.Guided Europe and Asia Tour by Bus and Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · from $79

Spend eight hours crossing Istanbul by boat and bus, with breakfast and lunch served onboard. Your English or Russian guide takes you to Beylerbeyi Palace, Camlica Hill, Camlica Mosque, and Pierre Loti Hill. Guide Jim and Nayma are part of the team, and Mondays substitute Miniaturk for the palace.

“Punctual. Good organization. And our guide, Jim, was fantastic. Nayma as well. But, the meal quality in the boat was easily improveable.”

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