Bosporus Holidays

A strait linking the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara, which then itself connects to the Mediterranean, the Bosphorus serves as a natural frontier between Europe and Asia.

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Nature, Adventure & Sport
River

Bosporus: How to get there?

Fifteen minutes on foot from the center of Istanbul

Bosporus: See when to go?

From April to October

Bosporus: For how long?

One day

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Bosporus: What to see nearby?

What our travellers think of their stay

Timothée D.

Travel writer

A strait linking the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara, which then itself connects to the Mediterranean, the Bosphorus serves as a natural frontier between Europe and Asia.

My suggestion

There are many ferries in Istanbul that sail up the Bosphorus as far as its mouth with the Black Sea, a day excursion you're guaranteed to find enjoyable and relaxing.

David Debrincat

Travel writer

The famous Bosphorus forms a natural boundary between the two continents of Europe and Asia and links two famous seas: Marmara and the Black Sea. Being surrounded by all these myths and legends makes a boat trip down the Bosphorus inevitable.

My suggestion

When you're on the ferry, find a place on the European side so that you can see and admire Hagi Sophia and the Blue Mosque.

Olivia Merlen

Travel writer

The Bosphorus in Turkey is the strait that separates Europe and Asia and which joins the Mediterranean Sea to the Black Sea. Ideal for a cruise.

My suggestion

Be careful of the sun, even in winter! If you are going on board a boat on the Bosphorus, wear a hat and sunglasses...

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