Üsküdar – Yüşa Tepesi – Kuzguncuk Tour | Day Trip
Tour Detail
ÜSKÜDAR – YUŞA TEPESİ – KUZGUNCUK TOUR | DAY TRIP TOUR
PRICE INFORMATION
Single person supplement: 1700 TL
Children aged 07-12: 1500TL
Children aged 0-6: 1250 TL
TOUR INTRODUCTION
Departing from Keşan, Malkara and Tekirdağ, the Üsküdar – Yuşa Tepesi – Kuzguncuk Tour is organized for those seeking a day trip to Istanbul, designed to explore the prominent historical and cultural sites of the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. After departing at the scheduled times, you reach the Üsküdar district of Istanbul, where the Mihrimah Mosque, Valide Sultan Complex, Ahmed III Fountain and various tombs are visited. Then, accompanied by views of the Bosphorus, you proceed to Yuşa Tepesi.
Continuing the tour, you see the historic Tekel Building and the mansions on the Bosphorus shore before reaching Kuzguncuk. During the Kuzguncuk visit, you see the filming locations of the series Perihan Abla and Ekmek Teknesi, İcadiye Street, Kuzguncuk Pier, various places of worship, historic mansions and other structures in the area. At the end of the day, the program is completed and the return journey to Keşan begins.
TOUR ROUTE
Keşan → Üsküdar → Yuşa Tepesi → Kuzguncuk → Keşan
The file also specifies Malkara Bus Station Traffic Lights and Tekirdağ Seafront as departure points.
DATE AND TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Tour Date: Not specified
Departure Points:
- Opposite Keşan Old Government Office: 05:00
- Malkara Bus Station Traffic Lights: 05:30
- Tekirdağ Seafront: 06:00
Departure Time: The above times depending on the departure point
Transportation Type: Luxury buses; minibuses, midibuses or other vehicles may be used depending on the number of participants.
Tour Duration: Day trip
TOUR PROGRAM
Üsküdar Visit
In the morning, departure is made from the departure points at the scheduled time and you reach Üsküdar on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul.
During the Üsküdar visit, the Mihrimah Mosque, the tombs of Grand Vizier İbrahim Ethem and Kaptan-ı Derya Sinan Pasha and Aziz Mahmut Hüdayi Efendi, the Valide Sultan Complex and the Ahmed III Fountain are visited.
Yuşa Tepesi
After the Üsküdar visit, you proceed to Yuşa Tepesi. On the summit of Yuşa Tepesi, located in the Beykoz district at Anadolu Kavağı on Istanbul's Anatolian side, stands the Yuşa Tomb and Mosque. The file states that the hill is 201 meters above sea level and that Yoros Castle is located to its north.
Bosphorus of Istanbul and Transition to Kuzguncuk
Continuing the program, the historic Tekel Building, the mansions on the Bosphorus shore and views of the Bosphorus of Istanbul are seen. Accompanied by photo stops, after an approximately 20-minute walk, you reach Kuzguncuk.
Kuzguncuk Visit
During the Kuzguncuk visit, the street where the series Perihan Abla was filmed is visited first. Then the location where the series Ekmek Teknesi was filmed and the bakery are seen, offering an opportunity for photographs.
İcadiye Street and Kuzguncuk's Historic Structures
Continuing the tour, a walk is taken along İcadiye Street, one of Kuzguncuk's important spots. Colorful historic mansions are seen and photographed.
As part of the program, the Kuzguncuk Pier, Beth Yaakov Synagogue (viewed from outside), Hagios Yerious Greek Church, Kuzguncuk Mosque, Surp Krikor Lusavoriç Armenian Church, Üryanizade Street and bay-windowed Ottoman houses, Hagios Panteleimon Church, Bostan, art and design workshops, Cemil Molla Mansion and Marco Pasha Mansion are observed.
Return Program
After completing the visits in Kuzguncuk, the tour program ends and the return journey towards Keşan begins.
PLACES TO SEE
- Mihrimah Mosque: The historic structure in Üsküdar, stated to have been built by Mimar Sinan on behalf of Suleiman the Magnificent's daughter.
- Valide Sultan Complex: The historic complex seen within the Üsküdar program.
- Ahmed III Fountain: The historic fountain visited during the Üsküdar visit.
- Yuşa Tepesi: The hill in Anadolu Kavağı, Beykoz district, where the Yuşa Tomb and Mosque are located.
- Bosphorus of Istanbul: An important route seen accompanied by mansions and Bosphorus views.
- Kuzguncuk: The district toured with its historic structures, mansions and İcadiye Street.
- Perihan Abla Series Filming Street: The street in Kuzguncuk stated to be where the series was filmed.
- Ekmek Teknesi Filming Location and Bakery: The spot associated with the filming of the series and visited for photography.
- Kuzguncuk Pier: One of the points seen during the Kuzguncuk visit.
- Historic Kuzguncuk Structures: Beth Yaakov Synagogue, Hagios Yerious Greek Church, Kuzguncuk Mosque, Surp Krikor Lusavoriç Armenian Church and other historic structures.
WHY TATILDEYIZ TOUR?
- Tatildeyiz Tour Guarantee
- Professional guiding service
- Transportation by luxury buses
- Minibus, midibus or other vehicle options depending on the number of participants
- Refreshments on the bus
- Breakfast package (sandwich and juice)
- Mandatory travel insurance under Tourism Law No. 1618
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where does the tour depart from?
Three different departure points are specified for the tour: Opposite Keşan Old Government Office at 05:00, Malkara Bus Station Traffic Lights at 05:30 and Tekirdağ Seafront at 06:00.
How much does the tour cost?
The tour price is specified as 1,700 TL per person.
When is the tour date?
The tour date is not specified in the shared tour document.
What time is departure?
Departure times are Keşan 05:00, Malkara 05:30 and Tekirdağ 06:00.
How many days does the tour last?
The tour is organized as a day trip.
Which cities are visited during the tour?
The main destination of the tour is Istanbul. Üsküdar, Yuşa Tepesi and Kuzguncuk are visited in the program.
What places are seen during the tour?
The Mihrimah Mosque, Valide Sultan Complex, Ahmed III Fountain, Yuşa Tepesi, Bosphorus of Istanbul, Kuzguncuk, İcadiye Street, Kuzguncuk Pier and other historic structures specified in the program are seen.
Is lunch included in the tour price?
Lunch is not included in the price. However, a breakfast package consisting of a sandwich and juice is included in the tour fee.
Are museum and archaeological site entrance fees included?
No. Museum and archaeological site entrance fees are not included in the tour fee.
Is the exit tax for going abroad included in the price?
Since this tour takes place domestically, there is no service or fee information related to the exit tax for going abroad.
Is guiding service provided?
Yes. Professional guiding service is included in the tour fee.
How is transportation provided?
Transportation is provided by luxury buses. Depending on the number of participants, vehicles may be designated as minibuses, midibuses or other types.
Can seat numbers be chosen?
During reservation, no promise or guarantee of seat numbers can be given. Additionally, seats 3 and 4 in the vehicles belong to the guide and assistant.
Can the program change?
Yes. The guide may make changes to the course of the program, provided that the entire program is carried out. It is also stated that Tatildeyiz Tour is not responsible for disruptions that may occur due to adverse weather conditions.
Will the tour wait for late guests?
The shared tour information does not contain definitive information on whether the vehicle will wait for late guests. However, it is stated that the times given by the guide during the tour must be adhered to.
When is the reservation confirmed?
Preliminary reservations without payment are not final. A prepayment (deposit) must be made within 24 hours. If no payment is made, after 24 hours the reservation will automatically be transferred to the "Waitlist" category.
Until when can the tour be cancelled?
It is stated that cancellations must be made at least 2 days before the tour.
Is the agency responsible for items lost during the tour?
No. It is stated that the agency is not responsible for items forgotten or lost during travel.
Tour Program
Tur Rotası
Keşan → Malkara → Tekirdağ → Üsküdar → Mihrimah Mosque → Aziz Mahmut Hüdayi Efendi Tomb → Grand Vizier İbrahim Ethem and Grand Admiral Sinan Pasha Tombs → Valide Sultan Complex → 3rd Ahmet Fountain → Yuşa Hill → Historic Tekel Building and Bosphorus View → Kuzguncuk → Perihan Abla TV Series Filming Street → Bread Boat Filming Location and Bakery → İcadiye Avenue → Kuzguncuk Pier → Beth Yaakov Synagogue → Hagios Yerious Greek Church → Kuzguncuk Mosque → Surp Krikor Lusavoriç Armenian Church → Üryanizade Street and Bay-Windowed Ottoman Houses → Hagios Panteleimon Church → Kuzguncuk Garden → Art and Design Workshops → Cemil Molla Mansion → Marco Pasha Mansion → Keşan
General Information
The tour departs early in the morning. Departures are at 05:00 from opposite the Keşan Old Government House, 05:30 from the Malkara Bus Terminal Lights, and 06:00 from Tekirdağ Sahil.
The vehicle is determined according to the number of participants. Minibuses, midibuses or different vehicles may be used for the tour.
Changes may be made to the tour program. The guide may change the course of the program, provided that the entire program is carried out.
The times given by the guide during the tour must be observed. Tatildeyiz Tur is not responsible for places included in the program that cannot be visited due to failure to keep to the set times.
Tatildeyiz Tur is not responsible for disruptions that may occur due to adverse weather conditions.
No guarantee of seat number is given. A definite seat number cannot be promised during reservation. Seats 3 and 4 in the vehicles are reserved for the guide and assistant.
To confirm the preliminary reservation, an advance payment (deposit) must be made within 24 hours. Reservations for which no payment is made are automatically transferred to the "Reserves" category after 24 hours.
Tour cancellations must be made at least 2 days in advance.
The agency is not responsible for items forgotten or lost during the tour.
Due to the intensity of the program, it may not always be possible to find an ATM or currency exchange office; therefore, it is recommended to be prepared.
It has been stated that participants must carry with them reports regarding any health conditions that may arise during the tour, pregnancy, or continuously used medications.
Departure Points
- Opposite the Old Government Building of Keşan, Edirne
What's Included
Transportation by luxury buses
On-board refreshments
We're on Holiday Tour guarantee
Professional guiding service
Mandatory travel insurance under Tourism Law No. 1618
Not Included
Lunches
Museum and archaeological site entrance fees
Personal expenses
Extra and personal expenses that may be incurred during the tour are the responsibility of the participant.