Golden Horn Bike Tour

The Golden Horn bike tour lets you explore the more European side of Istanbul taking you along banks of the Golden Horn Estuary so you can discover the oldest neighbourhoods this cultural capital has to offer. See more in less time and take a truly awe-inspiring trip throughout the numerous mosques, churches and synagogues that Muslims, Christians and Jews have occupied together for centuries

Expert Local Bike Tour Guides

Accompanied by one our friendly and enthusiastic tour guides , afterward you’ll cycle on through Istanbul along the scenic estuary bank. The newly landscaped parks and bike paths of Golden Horn have been designed specifically for bike tours and are a perfect way for visitors to learn more about the area that for centuries formed a crucial port of the Ottoman Empire.

Cycling in Istanbul - get off the beaten track

As you cycle around the Golden Horn, you´ll quickly become aware of wonderful dynamics Istanbul Offers, from the imposing red Greek, the outstanding Bulgarian iron church with its spectacular Byzantine walls to the Feshane with its well established and fascinating history. 

Take a moment to absorb the scenery!

In the pilgrim location Eyüp we enjoy a delicious ice cream or salep drink together with devoted Muslims while we are sitting between green areas and monuments. We also explore the colourful ancient Jewish and Greek Neighbourhoods Balat and Fener.

What can you expect?

• Discover the Golden Horn
• Off the beaten track
• Authentic Istanbul
• With guide
• Unique bike tour

HIghlights of the tour

• Orient Express Railway Station
• Spice Bazaar
• Galata Bridge
• Golden Horn
• Bulgarian iron church
• Eyüp district
• Mosque
• City Walls of Constantinople
• Greek red school
• Abandoned Greek and Jewish quarters
• The Greek Ortodoxe Patriarchate 
• Churches, synagogues
• Feshane

Departure time: Daily at 10:00 and 14:00 (except Monday)

Departure point: Üretmen Han, Alemdar Mh. 34110 Istanbul

Duration: 3 hours