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Bosphorus Strait (Istanbul Strait)

Eminonu, Istanbul, Turkey

Featured Review : The Bosphorus Straits. The Bosphorus straits is a channel of water that separates Europe from Asia and is a strategic channel because it runs from the Black sea in the north through the sea of Marmara, the Dardanelle str...See Full Review

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Bosphorus Strait (Istanbul Strait) Reviews

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Boat Tour up the Bosphorus

  • 4 out of 5 stars by ShannonBrooke from Somerville, Massachusetts
  • July 25, 2003
Boat Tour up the Bosphorus
Quote: The municipal ferry sails up and down the Bosphorus at least three times a day. On its way, it makes landings in both Asia and Europe. From the river, you can view the beautiful mansions along the straits. It''s your option to hop off and explore... Read the full Bosphorus Strait (Istanbul Strait) review

From journal Istanbul in June

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Night cruise on the Bosphorous

  • 4 out of 5 stars by HobWahid from Damascus, Syria
  • September 15, 2002
Night cruise on the Bosphorous
Quote: One cannot visit Istanbul with out taking a ride on the Bosphorus, especailly at night. Many hotels will offer you a night cruise/dinner/entertainment package for around $90/person. This will put you on a large multi-decked boat with tons of other... Read the full Bosphorus Strait (Istanbul Strait) review

From journal A Summer in Istanbul

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One-day Bosphorus Cruise

  • 4 out of 5 stars by globetrots from Nashville, Tennessee
  • September 22, 2001
One-day Bosphorus Cruise
Quote: A tour up the Bosphorus is a great way to leave Istanbul without having to stay overnight out of town. There are several companies running cruises out of the city, most leaving from the main ferry area on the European side of the city. If the... Read the full Bosphorus Strait (Istanbul Strait) review

From journal Side Trips around Istanbul

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Cruising the Bosphorus

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Ishtar from Bayside, New York
  • July 19, 2001
Cruising the Bosphorus
Quote: This was one of the best guided tours we had. Our guide which was bestowed on us for just one day happened to be an English teacher, moonlighting. His command of the language was excellent, and he was replete with all sorts of acnecdotal information... Read the full Bosphorus Strait (Istanbul Strait) review

From journal The Wait for Turkey - Finally!

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Boat trip on the Bosphorus

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Amanda from London, United Kingdom
  • July 8, 2001
Boat trip on the Bosphorus
Quote: The Bosphorus is the narrow stretch of water that separates one side of Istanbul from the other, and Europe from Asia. It’s narrow indeed – between ¼ mile and 2 miles wide, as it varies along the length. Taking a ferry across is a great way to see... Read the full Bosphorus Strait (Istanbul Strait) review

From journal Enchanting Istanbul

Bosphorus cruise

  • 4 out of 5 stars by rhiannon1968 from locarno, Switzerland
  • June 24, 2001
Bosphorus cruise
Quote: One pleasant way to get out of the hustle and bustle of the city is to take a pleasant relaxing cruise along the Bosphorus Channel as far as the Golden Horn. The houses along the river are the best expression of the riches of Istanbul's past: an... Read the full Bosphorus Strait (Istanbul Strait) review

From journal istanbul, where east meets west

Along the Bosphorus

  • 4 out of 5 stars by genghis1 from pawling, New York
  • November 3, 2000
Quote: If one has the time one should take a tour along the Bosphorus. It is the best way, and in some cases the only way to see the fantastic palaces and homes the past and current residents of Istanbul live in. A full length excursion can take up to six... Read the full Bosphorus Strait (Istanbul Strait) review

From journal Istanbul-the most fascinating city in the world

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Bosphorus River cruise

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Re Carroll from Abbotsford, British Columbia
  • October 28, 2000
Bosphorus River cruise
Quote: As you leave the Istanbul harbour, there are great views of Topkapi, the old fortifications around Istanbul, the numerous mosques throughout the city and Dolmabahce Palace. You'll make a quick stop at the little town of Kanlica where vendors come... Read the full Bosphorus Strait (Istanbul Strait) review

From journal A Taste of Istanbul