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Brunch & Sightseeing Cruise with Hotel Pick-Up

Name: Brunch & Sightseeing Cruise with Hotel Pick-Up
Start: 2026-05-28T12:30:00.000+03:00
End: 2026-05-28T15:30:00.000+03:00
Location: Istanbul

Discover Istanbul from the water on a cruise along the Golden Horn and the Bosphorus, passing historic palaces, mosques, and waterfront landmarks. Along the way, enjoy insights from your guide and savor a traditional Turkish lunch served during the excursion.

Explore the city with a licensed guide

Cruise the Bosphorus with panoramic city views

Savour a delicious lunch onboard

See Istanbul’s palaces, mosques and mansions

What is not included

Personal expenses

Drinks (not included with lunch)

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Experience Istanbul from a different perspective on a Golden Horn and Bosphorus cruise combining sightseeing, local history, and traditional cuisine. As you sail along the waterways that divide and connect the city, admire panoramic views of Istanbul’s historic skyline and famous landmarks.

The journey begins on the Golden Horn, where you will pass buildings dating back to the Byzantine and Ottoman periods, the hill associated with the writer Pierre Loti, and the impressive Süleymaniye Mosque. Continuing along the Bosphorus, enjoy views of landmarks including Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, and Çırağan Palace. As you cruise past the Maiden’s Tower, your guide will share stories and legends connected to the city’s history and architecture.

During the excursion, enjoy a lunch featuring traditional Turkish dishes. The menu includes lentil soup, baked chicken or grilled meat patties served with rice or potatoes, followed by Turkish sweets for dessert. This scenic cruise offers a comfortable way to explore Istanbul while discovering local culture and cuisine.

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Departure: Hotel pickup

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Duration: 3 hours

Group size up to 70 persons

English

Mobile ticket

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

Open deck

A restaurant

Professional guide

Individual tables

Restroom

Enclosed deck

Meeting point

Hoca Paşa, Sally Tour, Ebussuud Cd. No:14, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul

Places you will see

• Sail past the famous Maiden Tower
• Learn interesting facts about Istanbul's mosques and fortresses
• Capture photos of elite districts of Istanbul

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Reviews by travellers

4.9 out of 5

2056 reviews

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Alexander H.

A heartfelt cruise: wonderful views, tasty lunch, and a pleasant guide! Hotel transfer to and from the pier — what more could carefree tourists want on vacation? Highly recommended; you’ll have a great time!

5 months ago

Bertha M.

Thank you for the wonderful experience! Special thanks to the female guides — so kind and friendly!

5 months ago

Mary P.

Everything went perfectly! I was worried that without mobile service during my stay in Istanbul it would be difficult to communicate, but all requests were accommodated, and communication was handled via messaging with both the staff who booked the tour and the driver providing the transfer in a comfortable Mercedes minibus. The excursion itself was very interesting. there was a stop in a scenic spot for a short walk, and we got very close to the Maiden’s Tower. Overall, it was excellent! :)

5 months ago

James C.

I enjoyed the excursion; the lunch was delicious, and the guides were wonderful. Thank you 🌷

5 months ago

Maria R.

The tour was very enjoyable. Hotel transfer and organized boarding were well arranged. In December it was a combined tour conducted in two languages — English and another language. The interpreter was very professional and shared even more interesting details and insights about the city. The lunch was tasty and filling enough to keep you satisfied for at least half a day. There was also half an hour of free time to walk around the Asian side of Istanbul. The city views are beautiful both in sunny and cloudy weather. If you have three hours available, I highly recommend this tour. Special thanks to the interpreters — they explain everything clearly and handle organizational matters very well.

6 months ago

Howard M.

I enjoyed the views of the city from the Bosphorus. Among the guides, I especially liked Camilla, who explained the landmarks well and interestingly

6 months ago

Carl M.

Everything was very well organized. Thank you for your care and attention!

6 months ago

Joann E.

I liked the excursion. There wasn’t complete clarity about the transfer to the boarding point for the boat. I would have appreciated more precise information about the direct organizer of the excursion on the boat. I will recommend it to everyone.

6 months ago

Keith J.

The excursion was very enjoyable. The organization was highly professional. Many thanks! We recommend it to everyone.

6 months ago

Virginia S.

The organization process was good. Well done. The lunch was simple; the soup was tasty. The crowd was diverse, with many Indian, Arab, and other Asian guests. The female guides did a great job.

7 months ago

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