Full-Day Local Life Tour on the Asian Side: Uskudar to Kadikoy

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1 Day

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UskudarKadikoyModaSirkeciYeni Valide MosqueMihrimah SultanIstanbul

Tour Details Tour ID 872

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A Journey Through Istanbul’s Authentic Asian Heart

Explore the Asian side of Istanbul like a local on this immersive full-day walking tour of Uskudar and Kadikoy. Admire the Ottoman-era mosques in Uskudar, soak in the everyday rhythm of the fish market, and enjoy a 3-course Turkish lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, discover the cultural and creative vibe of Moda, browse unique shops, and end your day with a scenic Bosphorus ferry ride back to the European side. This experience gives you a deep, local perspective of Istanbul that most tourists miss.

Inclusions:

✅ English Speaking Guide
✅ Lunch
✅ All public transportation tickets
✅ Pickup and drop-off from centrally located hotels

Exclusions:

❌ Personal expenses
❌ Drinks
❌ Optional tours or activities

Departure Place: Hotels (Centrally located Istanbul European Side Hotels)

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Departures: Everyday

Tour Program

Schedule

The tour starts at 9:00 AM and ends around 5:00 PM.

Yeni Valide Mosque Complex
Visit this impressive mosque built between 1708–1710 in honor of Sultan Ahmed III’s mother.
Maiden's Tower (Pass By)
View the legendary tower rising from a tiny islet just off Uskudar’s coast.
Sirkeci (Pass By)
Learn about the Marmaray, the undersea tunnel connecting Asia and Europe.
Semsi Pasha Mosque
A beautiful 16th-century mosque designed by Mimar Sinan, located right on the Bosphorus.
Mihrimah Sultan Mosque (Iskele Mosque)
Another Mimar Sinan masterpiece, blending elegance with simplicity.
Kadikoy Market
Explore Kadikoy’s lively food and antiques markets, with stops at local shops and delicatessens.
Moda District
Stroll through the stylish and residential Moda area, filled with cafes, galleries, and sea views.
Bosphorus Ferry Ride
Cross the Bosphorus by public ferry, enjoying a 20-minute scenic cruise back to the European side.