BOSPHORUS
The Bosphorus classics.
The 10 most popular sightseeing & audio guide cruises in Istanbul. What each one includes, who runs it, and what you'll pay.
A 2-hour Bosphorus cruise with an 11-language phone audio guide, unlimited Turkish tea, Wi‑Fi, and nonstop Istanbul sights.
“The overall experience was good. but in general we dint find the cruise ride so amazing after having done many other cruise rides across europe.”
90-minute Bosphorus cruise from Eminönü with an included smartphone audio guide, plus 4 PM and 5 PM sunset sailings.
“Trip was really nice with amazing views, had some tea and snack Atilla our guide was really kind. Must do it to experience Istanbul”
2.5-hour luxury yacht Bosphorus cruise with an Asian-side stop in Kanlıca, snacks, tea and Turkish coffee from Dolmabahçe.
“Amazing experience! Your guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Boat was gorgeous and lots of complementary snacks and drinks provided. Would highly recommend! Learned so much about the city and history too. Thank you 💓🙏🏾”
A 2-hour Bosphorus cruise from Eminönü that hits Europe and Asia by water, with free tea and an audio tour plus a Maiden’s Tower photo pause.
“Great price! Provided a a good tour of the city. A must see. Difficult to get the refreshments. Windows dirty.”
Half-day Bosphorus cruise with an Asian-side stop. Snacks, tea/coffee, WiFi onboard, and big sights in 2.5 hours.
“A beautiful way to discover the water from Istanbul and the Bosphorus. A relaxing excursion, clear group, there were snacks and drinks (water, tea and Turkish coffee). Stop on the Asian side for about 30 minutes with the possibility to eat an ice cream or yogurt. Crew super friendly, we received a lot of interesting…”
Small-group Old City classics plus lunch and a Bosphorus cruise, with hotel pickup and key skip-the-line tickets for a smooth day.
“A fair amount of walking involved lunch was fantastic and a good variety of authentic foods. A beverage being included would have been an expectation.”
A 3-hour small-group Bosphorus cruise plus a guided Spice Bazaar stroll with views of Ottoman palaces and forts from the water.
“It was very pleasant to ride on the Bosphorous, and the Egptian Bazaar inside smelled wonderfully!”
2-hour guided Bosphorus cruise from Spice Bazaar. Small group of up to 10, expert narration, iconic Ottoman sights and sunset views.
“Great tour! Kerem was an amazing travel guide. He showed me the best of Istanbul. I recomend him 100%.”
Two-hour Bosphorus cruise from Kabataş with a live multilingual guide and mobile audio guide, passing palaces, bridges, and neighborhoods.
“We really enjoyed our boat trip and our tour gide (Can) had lots of knowledge and gave us a lot information. He also was really friendly and social, we appreciated this.”
Small-group Istanbul highlights with Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Grand Bazaar, Pierre Loti cable car, and a Bosphorus cruise with guided stops.
“The Hagia Sophia is incredible along with the Blue Mosque and the Bosphorus Cruise made for a great day.”
