Bosphorus Yacht Cruise: A Panoramic Tour between Europe and Asia
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970 Ratings
Beyoğlu
Experience the beauty of Istanbul from the water on a 2.5-hour Bosphorus yacht cruise. See iconic landmarks, visit a charming village, and indulge in delicious yogurt. Book now!
Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Bosphorus Strait - The Bosphorus, Ox-ford in English, runs for about twenty miles, at times like a river, at times as if a land-enclosed lake; then, before joining the Black Sea, it becomes a rocky, wild channel. The Bosphorus breathes calmly and regularly, and the flow of caiques echoes the rhythm with their slow splashes. Not only does the Bosphorus electrify the traveler by its light, but it also intoxicates him by the white incandescence of the sun on its bosom with blue sky pouring into it. It runs through the city of Istanbul, splitting it into two halves the city built on seven hills and described by one of her early foreign lovers, Julia Pardoe: Its clear calm sky, its glittering sea, its amphitheater of thickly-peopled hills, its geographical position, its political importance and above all, its surprising novelty, tend to make every day in that gorgeous scene, and under that sunny sky, a season of intense enjoyment.
What's Included
  • Fruits
  • On-board WiFi
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Small sandwiches
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Pick - up & Drop Off Services
Additional Information

Luxury Yacht Cruise at Dawn Through Bosphorus
Experience both the European and Asian parts of Istanbul on a 2.5-hour sailing journey through the Bosphorus Strait. Enjoy the unique opportunity to visit an enchanting village on the Asian side and taste the most scrumptious yogurt one can find.
The optimal way to explore Istanbul is from the waterfront! Hop on board our double-decker yacht, the SUNSET BOSPHORUS YACHT, for a memorable Istanbul scenic boat ride. A panoramic view of the Bosphorus Bridges, Dolmabahce Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace, Maiden’s Tower, among others, is yours to enjoy.
During the 2.5-hour Bosphorus scenic boat ride, you have the freedom to roam between decks to capture the best views of Istanbul’s highlights. A seasoned guide will narrate the history related to the sights seen during the boat ride; the Bosphorus has an intriguing past and our guides have insider information not found in usual tourist materials. Discover why this is one of Istanbul’s most appreciated city scenic boat rides. Make your reservation now and come aboard for an exciting adventure with us!

Location
İdo Kabataş Deniz Otobüsü İskelesi
İskele Yolu
Meeting Point: KABATAS TRANSFER CENTER (opposite of Kabatas Tram Station) Please follow the sign KABATAS - PRINCES' ISLANDS LINE We will be holding our company board, VELENA TRAVEL We kindly request our guests to show up at the meeting point 15 minutes before the cruise departure time.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Ira_l
Mar 10, 2024
an enjoyable Bosphorus cruise - My daughter and I really enjoyed the tour. It was not too long, the yacht was comfortable, we stopped over on the Asian side and the staff were friendly. The guide was very good and informative. He shared many current affairs and pop culture information with us, linked to places we were passing by. I can recommend this tour to people who want to see more of Istanbul, learn about pop culture and current affairs, enjoy fresh sea breeze in a comfortable vessel and touch the Asian ground :-)
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Alexandclaires
Feb 24, 2024
Great afternoon cruise - A wonderful afternoon, enhanced by unusually sunny weather for February. Warm welcoming crew, great guide with a wealth of information and a dry sense of humour that made the tour both fascinating and good fun. This is relaxing and brilliant way to get an introduction to Istanbul. Thoroughly recommend.
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Amyws4748xz
Feb 6, 2024
A Must Do - This was an absolutely wonderful experience! I highly recommend this tour. Our tour leader, Serdar, was very funny and engaging. We truly enjoyed his company and the information that he shared. The stop on the Asian side was such a delightful addition. The service was wonderful, the food was a brilliant light brunch, and the sites took you back and forth in time. If you have a choice of any activity in Istanbul, pick this!
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923muradc
Jan 5, 2024
Great experience must do - Great team & Great service Great food Safe and clean boat We took 3 hrs boat tour It worth the money and time
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Martinajukic95
Dec 31, 2023
Wonderful scenic route - It was amazing of seeing some of the most well-known spots in Istanbul from a different angle. The tour was really fun, the guide was very knowledgable and funny, and very honest with some of his comments about Turkey. The complimentary snacks and drinks were good. The only thing I would suggest is to maybe make it clearer where exactly the meeting spot is, because 'right across from the tram station' is actually 'after the petrol station'... I would definitely suggest this tour, as we enjoyed it a lot, and since we'd already explored the city on foot, it was a great way of sightseeing while resting.
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Attallah
Dec 28, 2023
Good way to see both sides of turkey - Great experience. Staff were very helpful and the views were amazing. It was very windy on the top deck but we moved inside and got warmer and still had amazing views. Would highly recommend
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Alakhira
Dec 27, 2023
A relaxing tour of the Bosphorus - We had an amazing time on this cruise! After spending the day before walking all over Istanbul, this cruise was the perfect way to recover. Our family of three (daughter, 9) enjoyed the easygoing ride up the Bosphorus while drinking tea and eating the assortment of snacks provided. We learned a lot but were also able to enjoy the beauty of it all too. The stop in Kanlica was short but worthwhile. We recommend trying the town’s signature yogurt dish! If you have the time I highly recommend taking this yacht cruise!
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106malwinab
Dec 27, 2023
great experience - The cruise was excellent, I took lots of pictures of amazing views I could see. The guide was knowledgeable and funny, boat was very clean and comfortable. It was a pleasure!
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626jiheneb
Dec 25, 2023
To do it again - The tour was great . We had so much fun and took so many pictures of the amazing views and the guide did a good job with all the explanation
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A7210bkerika
Nov 14, 2023
Excellent tour with informative and entertaining guide. - Excellent tour! Boat was very comfortable, and our guide Serdar was very informative and also extremely funny with all his tidbits about life and culture along the Bosphorus. Great experience.
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