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Private Bosphorus Yacht Cruise

Name: Private Bosphorus Yacht Cruise
Start: 2026-03-19T21:00:00.000+03:00
End: 2026-03-19T23:00:00.000+03:00
Location: Istanbul

Experience Bosphorus from the water on a guided cruise that reveals the history and landmarks of Istanbul. With insights from an experienced captain and audio guide, the journey passes palaces, fortresses, and waterfront mansions that reflect the city’s long connection to the strait.

See Istanbul from the water

Learn the legends of the Maiden Tower

Enjoy tasty lunch

Listen to audio guide

Details

Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Istanbul on a cruise along the Bosphorus, accompanied by a knowledgeable captain and an audio guide that shares historical insights along the route.
As you settle on board, soft blankets and a comfortable setting create a relaxed environment, allowing you to focus on the surrounding views of the shoreline.

During the journey, you will learn why the Bosphorus played a crucial role in the power of both the Byzantine Empire and the Ottoman Empire.
The commentary also explores the architecture of the palaces and fortresses along the strait, the legends connected with the Maiden Tower, and the history of Ottoman-era villas and former royal pastry houses.

Along the way, you will see several of Istanbul’s notable landmarks from the water, including the Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, the Bosphorus Bridge, and the historic Rumeli Hisarı.
Elegant waterfront mansions and historic residences line the shores throughout the cruise.

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Online Booking

What is not included

Personal expenses

2 hrs

Private tour, group size up to 10 persons

Mobile ticket

English, Deutsch, Italiano, Русский язык, Español, castellano, Türkçe, Français

Children allowed

Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

River cruise ship

Change time

Meeting point

Places you will see

• Dolmabahçe Palace
• Ortaköy Mosque
• Bosphorus Bridge
• Rumeli Hisarı Fortress
• Maiden's Tower

Reviews by travellers

4.7 out of 5

870 reviews

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Stacy C.

Enjoyed the cruise. The boat was good and the staff were friendly. The boat has an enclosed section and an open air section which was useful as it was cold when we took the cruise. Can be used by elderly who can walk about 70 to 100 footsteps from the road to the boat.

11 days ago

Patricia G.

Excellent, a really good way to visit all the iconic sites, highly recommended. And the gentleman who picked us up from the hotel was a very good person.

14 days ago

Elizabeth W.

Wonderful! Difficult to find the boat, no one with 'flag' at the meeting point - chaos at the port. YES should have had my Internet on, but it's so expensive in Turkey! Had to call & give my phone to a local who listened to the meeting instructions! The local are incredibly kind & helpful

23 days ago

Denise C.

Superb tour of the Bosphorus at sunset, the only downside was the guide's explanations which were difficult to follow. An audio guide would be better suited.

29 days ago

Maria R.

Good, but no wifi

about 1 month ago

Richard M.

The Bosphorus cruise was a really enjoyable experience for us. We really appreciate the professional organization and smooth running of the whole event - from boarding the ship to the cruise itself. The boat was clean, comfy, and well-equipped, which made it super comfortable overall. The view of Istanbul's panorama, bridges, and historical monuments from the water was unique and gave us a chance to see the city from a different perspective. The crew was super friendly and helpful, and the vibe on board was chill and welcoming. If we had a recommendation for the future, we'd appreciate a more detailed commentary or guided tour during the cruise, which would enrich the experience even more. Overall, we rate the cruise very positively and would definitely recommend it to other visitors to Istanbul.

about 1 month ago

Virginia S.

Excellent! Highly recommended 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

2 months ago

Tony G.

Great cruise and nice staff. Highly reccomendad as a present to your beloved ones or romantic date for couples.

2 months ago

Carolyn L.

Transfer included. Unlimited drinks on board. Very friendly team.

3 months ago

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