Bosphorus Cruise with Turkish Coffee Experience

Sail along the Bosphorus on a luxury yacht while discovering the traditions of Turkish coffee. This cultural afternoon cruise combines scenic views, storytelling, and a live coffee-making demonstration.

Details

Step aboard a luxury yacht cruise from Kabataş Pier and begin your Bosphorus journey at 13:00.
Cruise along the European shoreline of the Bosphorus Strait while enjoying a cultural experience that blends history, storytelling, and local traditions.

During the cruise, explore the heritage of Turkish coffee, a tradition dating back to the Ottoman era.
Your local guide shares stories about its journey from palace culture to modern-day social life, highlighting its role in hospitality and daily rituals.
Enjoy a live Turkish coffee demonstration lasting 7–10 minutes, where traditional preparation techniques and customs are explained. Freshly brewed coffee is then served to all guests, accompanied by sweet Turkish delight.

As the yacht continues, admire iconic landmarks including Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, and Rumeli Fortress.
Relax with light snacks and drinks while enjoying panoramic views and photo opportunities.

After reaching the second bridge, the yacht turns toward the Asian shore, passing elegant waterfront mansions as your guide continues sharing stories about Istanbul’s past and present.
Pause near the Maiden's Tower, a romantic landmark offering memorable photo moments with the historic peninsula in the background.

This cultural afternoon cruise concludes back at Kabataş Pier, leaving you with lasting impressions of Istanbul’s scenery, traditions, and warm hospitality.

Important Info

• The yacht has indoors and covers, we are safe from the rain.
• Not suitable for: wheelchair users, people with vertigo and motion sickness, prone to seasickness.
€18.03
per person
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What is included in activity

Cruise
Turkish Coffee experience
Professional local english guide
Complimentary drinks
Delicious canapés and snacks

What is not included

Alcoholic Beverages
Gratuities
Hotel Transfers
2 hrs
Private tour, group size up to 15 persons
Mobile ticket
English
Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

Tour program

Please note that the program and conditions are subject to change.
Dolmabahce Palace
Ciragan Palace
Ortaköy Mosque
Arnavutköy
Bebek
Rumeli Fortress
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
Küçüksu Palace
Küçüksu Palace
Beylerbeyi Palace
Maiden's Tower
Topkapi Palace
Galata Bridge
Galataport Istanbul

Meeting point

KABATAŞ SQUARE (seaside, opposite Kabataş Tram Station)
Our team will be waiting across from BELTUR cafe, near the FUNICULAR ELEVATOR, holding a sign that says Golden City Tours.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the cruise departure time.

Places you will see

• Dolmabahce Palace
• Ortaköy Mosque
• the Rumeli Fortress
• Maidens Tower

€18.03
per person
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Starting point of the tour
KABATAŞ SQUARE (seaside, opposite Kabataş Tram Station)
Our team will be waiting across from BELTUR cafe, near the FUNICULAR ELEVATOR, holding a sign that says Golden City Tours.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the cruise departure time.