private 4-hr tour of the Asian side of Istanbul
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The Asian Side tour
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Explore a completely different side of Istanbul, beautiful viewpoints, Ottoman history, peaceful neighborhoods, and local spots most travelers never see.
This private experience includes comfortable transportation, a licensed guide, and personalized time with Berat, giving you a relaxed way to explore the Asian side of the city.
What you'll explore
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During this experience, you’ll visit some of the most scenic and fascinating places on Istanbul’s Asian side, including:
• Beylerbeyi Palace: an elegant Ottoman summer palace along the Bosphorus
• Grand Çamlıca Mosque: the largest mosque in the Turkish Republic with incredible views
• Otağtepe Fatih Grove: one of the most beautiful viewpoints overlooking the Bosphorus
What Your Day in the asian side Looks Like...
Step 1: pickup Point
A private driver will meet you at your hotel and bring you comfortably to the Asian side of Istanbul to begin your experience.
Step 2: Tour begins
Once you arrive on the Asian side, you’ll meet your licensed guide and begin exploring some of the area’s most beautiful landmarks and viewpoints. During this experience, you’ll visit some of the most scenic and fascinating places on Istanbul’s Asian side, including: Beylerbeyi Palace, Grand Çamlıca Mosque, and Otağtepe Fatih Grove.
Step 3: The Berat Experience
Your driver will then take you back over to the European Side and you’ll spend time directly with Berat exploring anything you’d like in the area. This could include: visiting a rooftop for photos, shopping for rugs or souvenirs, Turkish delights or local treats. This part of the day is completely customized to you.
Step 4: Dropoff Point
At the end of the experience, your private driver will bring you comfortably back to your hotel.
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get picked up by your guide
Your private driver & licensed tour guide will meet you directly at your hotel lobby and bring you comfortably across the city to begin your experience.
This makes the day simple and stress-free from the start.
Stop 1: Beylerbeyi Palace
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Your first stop is Beylerbeyi Palace, a beautiful Ottoman summer residence located right along the Bosphorus.
With your licensed guide, you’ll explore the palace and learn about its fascinating history and how Ottoman sultans once used it as a seasonal retreat.
Stop 2: Grand Çamlıca Mosque
Next, you’ll visit the Grand Çamlıca Mosque, the largest mosque built in modern Turkey.
From here, you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views across Istanbul while learning about the cultural significance of the site.
Stop 3: Otağtepe Fatih Grove
Your final stop is Otağtepe Fatih Grove, a peaceful green space with one of the most spectacular viewpoints in the city.
Overlooking the Bosphorus and the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, this is the perfect place to take photos and enjoy the scenery.
The Berat Experience (Personalized Time)
After the Asian tour, your driver will bring you over to the Old City for time with Berat exploring the area in a more relaxed and personalized way.
This could include:
• finding a scenic rooftop view
• exploring local shops or markets
• enjoying a local café or terrace
This part of the experience is completely customized to you.
End of tour
After the Berat experience, your private driver will return you comfortably to your hotel.
The Berat Experience
Two personalized hours with berat
Most tours rush you through landmarks. With us, you also get dedicated time with Berat to explore whatever interests you most.
Maybe you want:
• the perfect rooftop view of Hagia Sophia
• help shopping for authentic Turkish goods
• a great local restaurant recommendation
• photos from hidden viewpoints
For two hours, the experience is entirely yours. This is the part travelers say they remember most.
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
Unlike standard group tours, our licensed English-speaking guide adheres to your pace. We prioritize your comfort, minimizing walking fatigue and ensuring you have time to fully appreciate sights!
Relaxed & peaceful Pace
Traveling in a new country can feel overwhelming, especially when you don’t know the language or how things work.
With Brit & Berat, you always have:
• A trusted local guide
• Clear communication before the tour
• Reliable transportation (if you choose pickup)
• Someone looking out for common tourist scams
• Help navigating cultural differences
Our goal is simple: you enjoy Istanbul without the stress.
Safety & peace of mind
Hotel/cruise pickup & dropoff are included in the Asian Side Tour.
Vehicles are air-conditioned and designed for small groups traveling together. At the end of the experience, you’ll be returned safely to your hotel.
Transportation
Included:
• Private guide
• Landmark visits
• Personalized time with Berat
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
What's included?
Not included:
• Entrance tickets
• Personal shopping purchases
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Asian side tour with pickup/dropoff:
A comfortable driver will collect you from your hotel, tour the Asian side with you, bring you to meet Berat, and return you safely after the tour.
$497 per group
✔ Private driver pickup from your hotel
✔ Private Asian side tour
✔ Personalized time with Berat
✔ Return transportation after the tour
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What happens after you book?
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Your private driver will meet you at your hotel at the scheduled time and bring you comfortably to the Asian side.
From there, you’ll begin your guided exploration of the Asian side's most iconic landmarks, followed by your personalized time with Berat.
Our goal is to make everything feel simple, clear, and stress-free from the moment you book.
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FAQ's
Yes! Because the experience is private, the pace can easily be adjusted for families traveling with children.
How much walking is involved?
This tour involves less walking than the Old City tour since transportation is provided between locations. Most walking happens around the palace and viewpoints.
What should we wear?
Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are recommended. When visiting mosques, modest clothing is required (shoulders and knees covered).
Should I book The Old City Tour or The Asian Side Tour?
Many travelers explore the Old City one day and the Asian side the next so they can experience everything Istanbul has to offer.
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