BOSPHORUS
The Bosphorus classics.
The 10 most popular vip tours in Istanbul. What each one includes, who runs it, and what you'll pay.
A 2.5-hour Bosphorus sunset cruise with live English narration, included snacks and hot drinks, and prime views of Istanbul’s bridges and palaces.
“The only way to see Istanbul East & West. Highly recommended to all, a great way to add to your memorable moments when visiting Istanbul. Brief & amusing facts about this amazing fascinating crazy city.”
A 2.5-hour Bosphorus yacht cruise with English narration, snacks, and a Kanlıca yogurt stop. See palaces, mosques, and bridges.
“Great way to spend the day on the water, enjoying the sights of Istanbul. Very knowledgable guide, great boat with lots of room to maneuver. Quick stop at Kanlica. Just the right amount of time spent on the tour.”
A modern Bosphorus lunch cruise with a stop in Anadolu Kavağı and a seasonal Black Sea swimming chance, plus hotel pickup in key areas.
“We had a lovely afternoon cruise on the river passing all the major sights ,what give you a different aspect from the river level,, this in cuddles the three big bridges you pass underneath,, we had a very good tour guide who gave us good information a long the way . We stop for lunch…”
Private Bosphorus yacht cruise in Istanbul with included snacks, mint lemonade, and classic palaces and bridges views in about 2 hours.
“Perfect evening. Yacht was just as in the photos. Staff was very attentive and food was great. Made for a perfect evening.”
Luxury private 2-hour Bosphorus yacht cruise in Istanbul for up to 12, with drinks, fruit, and palace views from the water.
“Helpful Staff who had good communication and also prepared dinner and decorations as we had asked for.”
A luxury yacht 2-hour Bosphorus night cruise with sunset views, Ottoman palaces, two bridges, and a small-group feel in Istanbul.
“Wonderful, friendly crew. Thanks tu Aleyna! Thanks to Suleiman! It was so nice to be on the water and enjoy picturesque views and the Sunset on Bosphorus. Perfect relaxing and exciting tour.”
2-hour Istanbul Bosphorus sunset cruise with tea, snacks, and Ottoman palaces from the water—small group, big views, book early.
“The event itself was fine (though the word "yacht" is a bit of a stretch). However, the location given in the app is about 500 metres off and significantly inland of the actual meeting place. We had to ask around at the port to find someone that had my information. And that person did not…”
Private Bosphorus cruise on a luxury yacht with front-row views of Istanbul, plus coffee, tea, lemonade, sweets, and snacks.
“The boat and route were as advertised, however there was no guide. We were served beer, which I made sure to ask if it was included and they replied yes. Before getting off we got a stiff bill because it turns out no, they were not. So we had to pay because they were dishonest.…”
2-hour luxury Bosphorus yacht cruise with an English guide, complimentary drinks and snacks, and iconic palaces by sea.
“Great views and lovely snacks, best part though was the guide, Celil. Extremely knowledgeable, enlightening, and kind. Could not be beat, would go again and again gladly!”
Private 1-hour Bosphorus cruise on a 19m luxury yacht in Istanbul for up to 8, with tea and easy meeting directions.
“We had this ride during sunset. I wanted to surprise my wife with this and she really enjoyed it. Crew was supportive and also took pictures of us at some beautiful spots. Overall an amazing experience.”
