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Romantic Ferry Ride and Walking Tour
Experience the magic of İstanbul by night on a romantic ferry ride across the Bosporus. Followed by a nighttime walking tour through the city’s historical streets, soaked with ambiance. Wrap up the evening with a traditional Turkish tea at a cozy café.
- The evening starts with a romantic ferry ride, providing beautiful views of İstanbul's illuminated skyline. You'll then embark on a walking tour together, strolling hand in hand through İstanbul's atmospheric streets, filled with historic sites and structures.
- Your route can take you past iconic landmarks such as the Hippodrome, or the mysterious Basilica Cistern. Closer to midnight, as the streets become calmer, the atmosphere becomes even more romantic. Your tour will naturally follow paths less frequented by daytime foot traffic, allowing for a more intimate and personal experience.
- The night concludes at a small, cozy tea house, where you can wind down after your walk and share a pot of traditional Turkish tea. This is your chance to recount the sights you've seen and discuss the history you've absorbed, all while staying warm in the cool November night.
Preparation steps:
- Before setting out, ensure you're both dressed warmly enough for the November night – İstanbul can get chilly after sunset. If you're unfamiliar with the city's history, doing a quick online research can make your walk more interesting.
- You'll want to check the ferry schedule in advance, since they tend to operate on limited hours in November. Also, make sure you know where the nearest tea houses are to your planned walking route, to save time wandering around later.
- Finally, it's important to make sure you both have good, sturdy shoes on – this date involves plenty of walking, and the streets of İstanbul can be cobbled and uneven.
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Some tips:
- To enhance your ferry ride, you may want to bring a warm thermos filled with hot chocolate or coffee. This will help keep you warm and adds a little extra coziness to your boat trip.
- During your walking tour, take time to enjoy the city's details - its historic architectural embellishments, its late-night food stalls, its lively music. But don't wander off too far from your route, since İstanbul's narrow streets can be quite winding and confusing.
- Lastly, during your tea house visit, don't rush! Turkish tea culture is about relaxing and savoring the moment. Take your time and let the conversation flow naturally. This is the perfect time to discuss your favorite parts of the evening, talk about your feelings, or plan future dates.
Recommended locations:
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Alemdar, Yerebatan Cd. 1/3, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
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Yıldız, Ortaköy Salhanesi Sk. No:1, 34349 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye
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