Tours & Excursions in Istanbul
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4.8
1227 reviews
Bosphorus Grand Dinner & Show Cruise
Enjoy illuminated waterfront views, a Turkish dinner, and live entertainment while sailing between Europe and Asia.
Group
3 hrs
Today at 20:00
Today at 20:30
€30
per person
Top Experience
Discount 5%
4.6
1088 reviews
Luxury Yacht Cruise with Audio Guide, Drinks & Snacks
Savor stunning sunset views of top heritage sites from luxury yacht comfort!
Group
2 hrs
Today at 14:00
Today at 16:00
€31.10
€29.55
per person
Luxury Cruise
Discount 5%
4.6
982 reviews
Elegant Dinner Cruise: Night Views, Shows & Optional Hotel Pickup
Enjoy a memorable evening on the Bosphorus with a scenic dinner cruise featuring beautiful night views, live entertainment, and a relaxing atmosphere in the heart of Istanbul.
Private
to 100 persons
to 3 hrs
Today at 19:30
Today at 20:00
from€30
from€28.50
per person
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5.0
975 reviews
Bosphorus Morning Yacht Tour with Breakfast
Sail between Europe and Asia and see Istanbul’s most famous landmarks from the water in a relaxed setting.
Small group
10 persons
2 hrs
Tomorrow at 10:00
Thu, 28 May, 10:00
€65
€61.75
per person
4.6
929 reviews
Sea Journey to the Princes’ Islands: Tour and Cruise with Hotel Transfer
The Princes’ Islands are an archipelago located near the shores of Istanbul in the Sea of Marmara. Four of the nine islands are open to visitors, and on our tour, you will visit the largest one — Büyükada.
Group
7 hrs
Tomorrow at 10:00
Thu, 28 May, 10:00
€20
per person
4.7
1494 reviews
Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on a Luxurious Yacht
Have a relaxing evening on a luxury yacht, admiring the stunning evening lights of Istanbul's celebrated towers, bridges, and landmarks, narrated by an informative and entertaining tour guide.
Group
to 2 hrs 30 min
Today at 18:30
Tomorrow at 18:30
from€50
per person
Bestseller
Discount 20%
4.7
1991 reviews
Sightseeing Cruise with Audio Guide & Tea
Explore the Bosphorus for a 4-hour journey and see how the day begins in Istanbul with your loved ones. So you can see the city from an entirely new perspective.
Group
2 hrs
Today at 14:00
Today at 19:00
€10
€8
per person
4.9
1020 reviews
Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Audio Guide & Snacks
Explore Istanbul from the water on a Bosphorus yacht cruise, taking in iconic landmarks such as Dolmabahce Palace, Maiden Tower, and the Bosphorus Bridge. Enjoy light snacks, seasonal fruits, tea, and coffee while discovering the city’s unique position across two continents.
Group
to 2 hrs
Today at 19:00
Tomorrow at 12:00
from€35
per person
4.8
1212 reviews
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show
Sail between two continents on a scenic Bosphorus dinner cruise in Istanbul. Enjoy panoramic views of historic waterfront landmarks, a traditional Turkish dinner, and live cultural performances during a relaxed evening on the water.
Group
to 3 hrs
Today at 20:45
Tomorrow at 20:45
from€24
per person
4.8
903 reviews
Bosphorus Yacht Cruise at Sunset with Snacks
Take in the unique vistas of Istanbul's iconic waterfront landmarks and skyline!
Group
to 2 hrs
Today at 18:00
Today at 18:30
from€17
per person
4.8
1114 reviews
Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Snack
Bosphorus Sunset Cruise: Istanbul's Glow-Up Awaits. Set sail into golden-hour magic, soaking in jaw-dropping views of Istanbul's skyline as city lights sparkle to life. Sip refreshing soft drinks and munch savory snacks while the strait delivers pure bliss.
Group
to 5 days, 4 nights
Today at 18:00
Tomorrow at 18:00
from€7
per person
4.6
850 reviews
Daytime or Sunset Sightseeing Cruise & Audio Guide
Treat your eyes to a breathtaking sunset over the Bosphorus Strait!
Group
to 2 hrs
4.7
982 reviews
Private Bosphorus Strait Sightseeing Yacht Cruise
Escape the hustle of Istanbul with return ferry tickets across the Marmara Sea to the Princes' Islands. Arrive at Büyükada (Big Island) where you can admire the magnificent old villas, rent a bike, and explore the historic sights at your own pace.
Private
14 persons
2 hrs
Sun, 31 May, 08:00
Sun, 31 May, 10:00
€300
per trip
4.8
670 reviews
Sunset Small-Group Yacht Cruise on Bosphorus
Come aboard an elegant, luxury yacht at sunset to cruise along the Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul.
Group
2 hrs 30 min
Today at 18:30
Tomorrow at 18:30
€40
per person
4.9
790 reviews
Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on Asian Side
Relax whilst cruising the Bosphorus on a yacht trip and admire the imperial elegance and unique panoramic view of Istanbul's Asian and European sides.
Group
2 hrs 30 min
Tomorrow at 10:30
Tomorrow at 14:00
€40
per person
4.8
1769 reviews
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show
Discover Istanbul with your loved ones under the lights of the Bosphorus on an evening dinner cruise with unlimited drinks. Enjoy a fairy-tale night of Turkish culture in the middle of the sea.
Group
to 3 hrs
Today at 20:30
Tomorrow at 20:30
from€24.74
per person
4.8
Guide rating
3.5-Hour Istanbul Guided Tour w/ Bosphorus Boatride
See the panoramic sights of the Golden Horn and get a glimpse of the Balat, the Jewish Hospital, and much more on this morning cruise.
Group
2 hrs
Today at 15:00
Today at 16:00
€35
per person
4.7
1155 reviews
Boat Cruise with Audioguide & Optional Transfer
Explore the Bosphorus for a 4-hour journey and see how the day begins in Istanbul with your loved ones. So you can see the city from an entirely new perspective.
Group
to 2 hrs
Today at 15:45
Tomorrow at 12:30
from€8
per person
Golden Hour
4.9
869 reviews
Cruise With Hotel Pickup, Audio Guide & Unlimited Soft Drinks
Explore the Bosphorus and see how the day ends in Istanbul with your loved ones!
Group
2 hrs
Today at 19:00
Tomorrow at 19:00
€15
per person
4.6
1238 reviews
Istanbul Princes' Islands Day Tour
Leave the bustle behind on a day trip from Istanbul to the Prince Islands, appreciated for their relaxed pace and historic charm.
Private
50 persons
7 hrs
Tomorrow at 08:00
Thu, 28 May, 08:00
€37.80
per person
4.7
670 reviews
Bosphorus Yacht Tour with Turkish Breakfast
Cruise between Europe and Asia and take in Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks from the water in a calm, comfortable atmosphere!
Private
10 persons
2 hrs
Tomorrow at 10:15
Thu, 28 May, 10:15
€75
per person
How do excursions differ?
Private excursions
Private excursions - the guide will conduct an excursion only for you and your friends.
Group excursions
Group excursions - the guide forms a group. Other tourists will learn new things with you.
Small group
Small group – small group with possibility to maintain a comfortable distance between the participants.
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Reviews
Sarah B.
2 days ago
The guide was very kind and the rest of the staff as well. The small group size was optimal for seeing the sites. Overall a great experience and I highly recommend.
Allison C.
2 days ago
This yacht cruise was amazing. The captain expertly navigated the Bosphorus so we got great views of everything with enough time for photos-especially the beautiful sunset. The guide narrating did a superb job with excellent relaxing, interesting music with soft gentle volume between narration. The crew timed service of bringing first water, the tasty nut assortment, lemonade, then cookie and baklava, then fruit platter. Things came out at a pace that was perfect for the length of the cruise. We ordered wine which was reasonably priced. We were planning on dinner after but found we weren’t hungry at all. The crew serving were congenial and I noticed very kind to children and all the guests on board. The boat was comfortable, spacious for our group size, We weren’t crowded at all. Every detail on the Subset Bosphorus was perfect and I highly recommend.
Thiago
2 days ago
Beautiful experience. Super attentive and attentive waiter, he pampered us a lot, he also helped us put the jacket on. Discreet food and really fun and very very nice entertainment. Having heard Bella Ciao gave an extra touch to this experience. Between one course and another we were on the upper bridge to see the landscape .. what about the very punctual transfer. Advise!
Gloria W.
2 days ago
The best thing was the topic of our tour- archetecture accent of the guide. The tour was simply magnificent if you thing of valye for money. Nice boat with free turkush tea and prices for snaks were very good. if some ody needs to see Istambul in short time- this Bospbor tour is the best thing to start with- no traffic and amazing views. we had only one day in Istanbul and were very happy that we picked this Cruise. Staff was very polite!
Cindy_D
1 day ago
What a wonderful cruise! Boat was perfect - only about 30 onboard. We were on upper level / half inside, half outside making for excellent photo ops. Staff wonderful - special shout out to Emre and Nahad. Emre served the perfect amount of light snacks and drinks. Emre shared history & details on the sights as we passed them. Very laid back & relaxed. Excellent views. Truly the perfect Bosphorous cruise.
Wendy S.
1 day ago
Nice evening, relaxing, it's a shame there wasn't a children's menu with fries/meat or burgers...
Michele C.
1 day ago
We really enjoyed this cruise. Staff friendly and helpful and good commentary. Refreshments served on board and we were well looked after. Just one thing to mention on getting there. The instructions for the meeting place were somewhat chaotic. We had to ask where we were meant to be and were told where and said someone with Valena board would be there - they weren’t. In the end we went to the ticket office and they weren’t about to call Velana when a guy suddenly walked past and they flagged him down. When we got back onto the hotel WiFi later I had a what’s app with a different meeting place. If this had been sent the day before I would have got it. I had no access to the Turkish internet and didn’t get it. Please remember this for tourists and send communications the day before, not on the day which was completely useless for us. I feel we found the boat by luck only.
Charles L.
1 day ago
Great tour that was well arranged. Transportation was clearly communicated and our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating to our needs. The tour was informative and well organised. The places we visited were interesting and lunch was delicious. Highly recommended!!
Jennifer C.
1 day ago
It’s a long day but well worth it. It’s good to know the history before going Even if you just watch the Mel Gibson movie!
Lana
1 day ago
Good organization. We were picked up from several hotels by a mini bus. There was a very positive escort who was with us on the ship later, as well as a good driver. Everything is clearly organized on the ship. The ship was beautiful. Very clean, new. The service staff works perfectly, dirty dishes are immediately cleaned, new dishes are quickly brought. They ask about the hot food in advance, you could choose fish, chicken, beef or pasta with sauce. From dessert, everyone received a small cookie in honey for free, but for a fee you could order a fruit plate and cakes. The performance is excellent, the guys are also working 100%. There were national Turkish dances, belly dancing. For the last half hour there was a disco with European and Turkish songs. A photographer works on the ship, in fact, then you decide for yourself whether to take a photo or not. Additional money is needed (but this is optional) for photos, alcohol, dessert. They were taken back to the hotels in an orderly manner. I highly recommend this guided tour.
Loredana
1 day ago
I had a very pleasant experience on the Bosphorus cruise with dinner and show. The food was good, the atmosphere was lovely, and the show was very enjoyable and entertaining. At the end there was also a mini disco, which made the evening even more fun. It’s an experience I would definitely recommend!
Martin
1 day ago
A wonderful cruise on Bosphorus! We had an amazing time, learned a lot about the city. Very welcoming crew. I recommend them to everyone who want an amazing trip and good experience!
Marvin G.
1 day ago
Even though it was freezing, we had an amazing time! Nur, The tour guide was kind and very patient. We enjoyed the beauty of the sea whilst getting premium knowledge of the city. It was a great experience. Definitely to try again in summer!
Vuipaze
1 day ago
It was a beautiful evening on the water, the boat is excellent
Edwin T.
1 day ago
We would like to thank the waiter who served us for the excellent service. He was very polite, attentive, and quick to help with anything we needed. Thanks to him, we had a very pleasant experience on a yacht with a beautiful view.
Cathreen E.
1 day ago
It's not the first time I've been swimming with the guys, great organization and stunning views both in winter and summer, special thanks for swimming as close as possible to the maiden tower, I highly recommend it.
Julia L.
1 day ago
Wonderful experience, highly recommended This cruise was one of the highlights of my stay. It offers a completely different perspective of the city, allowing you to see it from very close up: the boat passes right along the waterfront houses, beautiful wooden structures that feel almost private and intimate, as if you were gently gliding through people’s everyday lives. It’s something quite hard to describe, but truly fascinating. The boat is comfortable and welcoming, with both an indoor area that is very warm and cozy—perfect when it’s cold outside—and an outdoor area to enjoy the views. Inside, everything is well organized and nothing is missing. The decorations add a nice touch and make the atmosphere even more pleasant. A special mention goes to the gentleman who welcomes the guests: extremely kind, attentive, and always available. It’s warm, comfortable, and offers a unique view of the Bosphorus. I would definitely do it again.
Pamela S.
1 day ago
I really enjoyed this trip! It was the best cruise I’ve ever had in Istanbul😍 totally recommend!!
Constance O.
1 day ago
The views of the historical neighborhoods and mosques were spectacular. Loved cruising past the Egyptian Bazaar and feeling the fresh sea breeze.
Anna M.
1 day ago
Excellent service, friendly and helpful staff, a beautiful evening with a view of the Bosphorus. Everything is enchanting
Elizabeth S.
2 days ago
The staff on board were warm and welcoming. The yacht was beautiful and the cruise felt like a little taste luxury.
Dana S.
2 days ago
The guide was very informative, the snacks were nice and very welcome. The cruise provided a very interesting perspective of two continents from the Bosphorus. Good value.
Elizabeth W.
2 days ago
You can see the most important historical sites during the crous, from another side!
Pamela D.
2 days ago
Greit value for the money.Very frendly personal The guid profesional. Thanks for this nice .exoerience
Sarah B.
2 days ago
The guide was very kind and the rest of the staff as well. The small group size was optimal for seeing the sites. Overall a great experience and I highly recommend.
Allison C.
2 days ago
This yacht cruise was amazing. The captain expertly navigated the Bosphorus so we got great views of everything with enough time for photos-especially the beautiful sunset. The guide narrating did a superb job with excellent relaxing, interesting music with soft gentle volume between narration. The crew timed service of bringing first water, the tasty nut assortment, lemonade, then cookie and baklava, then fruit platter. Things came out at a pace that was perfect for the length of the cruise. We ordered wine which was reasonably priced. We were planning on dinner after but found we weren’t hungry at all. The crew serving were congenial and I noticed very kind to children and all the guests on board. The boat was comfortable, spacious for our group size, We weren’t crowded at all. Every detail on the Subset Bosphorus was perfect and I highly recommend.
Thiago
2 days ago
Beautiful experience. Super attentive and attentive waiter, he pampered us a lot, he also helped us put the jacket on. Discreet food and really fun and very very nice entertainment. Having heard Bella Ciao gave an extra touch to this experience. Between one course and another we were on the upper bridge to see the landscape .. what about the very punctual transfer. Advise!
Gloria W.
2 days ago
The best thing was the topic of our tour- archetecture accent of the guide. The tour was simply magnificent if you thing of valye for money. Nice boat with free turkush tea and prices for snaks were very good. if some ody needs to see Istambul in short time- this Bospbor tour is the best thing to start with- no traffic and amazing views. we had only one day in Istanbul and were very happy that we picked this Cruise. Staff was very polite!
Cindy_D
1 day ago
What a wonderful cruise! Boat was perfect - only about 30 onboard. We were on upper level / half inside, half outside making for excellent photo ops. Staff wonderful - special shout out to Emre and Nahad. Emre served the perfect amount of light snacks and drinks. Emre shared history & details on the sights as we passed them. Very laid back & relaxed. Excellent views. Truly the perfect Bosphorous cruise.
Wendy S.
1 day ago
Nice evening, relaxing, it's a shame there wasn't a children's menu with fries/meat or burgers...
Michele C.
1 day ago
We really enjoyed this cruise. Staff friendly and helpful and good commentary. Refreshments served on board and we were well looked after. Just one thing to mention on getting there. The instructions for the meeting place were somewhat chaotic. We had to ask where we were meant to be and were told where and said someone with Valena board would be there - they weren’t. In the end we went to the ticket office and they weren’t about to call Velana when a guy suddenly walked past and they flagged him down. When we got back onto the hotel WiFi later I had a what’s app with a different meeting place. If this had been sent the day before I would have got it. I had no access to the Turkish internet and didn’t get it. Please remember this for tourists and send communications the day before, not on the day which was completely useless for us. I feel we found the boat by luck only.
Charles L.
1 day ago
Great tour that was well arranged. Transportation was clearly communicated and our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating to our needs. The tour was informative and well organised. The places we visited were interesting and lunch was delicious. Highly recommended!!
Jennifer C.
1 day ago
It’s a long day but well worth it. It’s good to know the history before going Even if you just watch the Mel Gibson movie!
Lana
1 day ago
Good organization. We were picked up from several hotels by a mini bus. There was a very positive escort who was with us on the ship later, as well as a good driver. Everything is clearly organized on the ship. The ship was beautiful. Very clean, new. The service staff works perfectly, dirty dishes are immediately cleaned, new dishes are quickly brought. They ask about the hot food in advance, you could choose fish, chicken, beef or pasta with sauce. From dessert, everyone received a small cookie in honey for free, but for a fee you could order a fruit plate and cakes. The performance is excellent, the guys are also working 100%. There were national Turkish dances, belly dancing. For the last half hour there was a disco with European and Turkish songs. A photographer works on the ship, in fact, then you decide for yourself whether to take a photo or not. Additional money is needed (but this is optional) for photos, alcohol, dessert. They were taken back to the hotels in an orderly manner. I highly recommend this guided tour.
Loredana
1 day ago
I had a very pleasant experience on the Bosphorus cruise with dinner and show. The food was good, the atmosphere was lovely, and the show was very enjoyable and entertaining. At the end there was also a mini disco, which made the evening even more fun. It’s an experience I would definitely recommend!
Martin
1 day ago
A wonderful cruise on Bosphorus! We had an amazing time, learned a lot about the city. Very welcoming crew. I recommend them to everyone who want an amazing trip and good experience!
Marvin G.
1 day ago
Even though it was freezing, we had an amazing time! Nur, The tour guide was kind and very patient. We enjoyed the beauty of the sea whilst getting premium knowledge of the city. It was a great experience. Definitely to try again in summer!
Vuipaze
1 day ago
It was a beautiful evening on the water, the boat is excellent
Edwin T.
1 day ago
We would like to thank the waiter who served us for the excellent service. He was very polite, attentive, and quick to help with anything we needed. Thanks to him, we had a very pleasant experience on a yacht with a beautiful view.
Cathreen E.
1 day ago
It's not the first time I've been swimming with the guys, great organization and stunning views both in winter and summer, special thanks for swimming as close as possible to the maiden tower, I highly recommend it.
Julia L.
1 day ago
Wonderful experience, highly recommended This cruise was one of the highlights of my stay. It offers a completely different perspective of the city, allowing you to see it from very close up: the boat passes right along the waterfront houses, beautiful wooden structures that feel almost private and intimate, as if you were gently gliding through people’s everyday lives. It’s something quite hard to describe, but truly fascinating. The boat is comfortable and welcoming, with both an indoor area that is very warm and cozy—perfect when it’s cold outside—and an outdoor area to enjoy the views. Inside, everything is well organized and nothing is missing. The decorations add a nice touch and make the atmosphere even more pleasant. A special mention goes to the gentleman who welcomes the guests: extremely kind, attentive, and always available. It’s warm, comfortable, and offers a unique view of the Bosphorus. I would definitely do it again.
Pamela S.
1 day ago
I really enjoyed this trip! It was the best cruise I’ve ever had in Istanbul😍 totally recommend!!
Constance O.
1 day ago
The views of the historical neighborhoods and mosques were spectacular. Loved cruising past the Egyptian Bazaar and feeling the fresh sea breeze.
Anna M.
1 day ago
Excellent service, friendly and helpful staff, a beautiful evening with a view of the Bosphorus. Everything is enchanting
Elizabeth S.
2 days ago
The staff on board were warm and welcoming. The yacht was beautiful and the cruise felt like a little taste luxury.
Dana S.
2 days ago
The guide was very informative, the snacks were nice and very welcome. The cruise provided a very interesting perspective of two continents from the Bosphorus. Good value.
Elizabeth W.
2 days ago
You can see the most important historical sites during the crous, from another side!
Pamela D.
2 days ago
Greit value for the money.Very frendly personal The guid profesional. Thanks for this nice .exoerience
Sarah B.
2 days ago
The guide was very kind and the rest of the staff as well. The small group size was optimal for seeing the sites. Overall a great experience and I highly recommend.
Allison C.
2 days ago
This yacht cruise was amazing. The captain expertly navigated the Bosphorus so we got great views of everything with enough time for photos-especially the beautiful sunset. The guide narrating did a superb job with excellent relaxing, interesting music with soft gentle volume between narration. The crew timed service of bringing first water, the tasty nut assortment, lemonade, then cookie and baklava, then fruit platter. Things came out at a pace that was perfect for the length of the cruise. We ordered wine which was reasonably priced. We were planning on dinner after but found we weren’t hungry at all. The crew serving were congenial and I noticed very kind to children and all the guests on board. The boat was comfortable, spacious for our group size, We weren’t crowded at all. Every detail on the Subset Bosphorus was perfect and I highly recommend.
Thiago
2 days ago
Beautiful experience. Super attentive and attentive waiter, he pampered us a lot, he also helped us put the jacket on. Discreet food and really fun and very very nice entertainment. Having heard Bella Ciao gave an extra touch to this experience. Between one course and another we were on the upper bridge to see the landscape .. what about the very punctual transfer. Advise!
Gloria W.
2 days ago
The best thing was the topic of our tour- archetecture accent of the guide. The tour was simply magnificent if you thing of valye for money. Nice boat with free turkush tea and prices for snaks were very good. if some ody needs to see Istambul in short time- this Bospbor tour is the best thing to start with- no traffic and amazing views. we had only one day in Istanbul and were very happy that we picked this Cruise. Staff was very polite!
The Best Istanbul Tours 2026
64 tours in Istanbul (Turkey) with the best local guides starting from €4. Top Activities 2026:
May, 26 | 14:00 | Luxury Yacht Cruise with Audio Guide, Drinks & Snacks | €31.10 |
May, 26 | 19:30 | Elegant Dinner Cruise: Night Views, Shows & Optional Hotel Pickup | €39 |
May, 26 | 20:00 | Bosphorus Grand Dinner & Show Cruise | €30 |
May, 27 | 10:00 | Bosphorus Morning Yacht Tour with Breakfast | €65 |
May, 27 | 10:00 | Sea Journey to the Princes’ Islands: Tour and Cruise with Hotel Transfer | €20 |
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