Bosphorus Yacht: Asia Stopover & Istanbul's Best Views
Morning Bosphorus Cruise on Luxury Yacht See both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul on a 2.5-hour boat cruise of the Bosphorus Strait. Get the opportunity to visit a lovely village on the Asian side and try the most delicious yogurt in the world ever. The best way to see Istanbul is from the water! Board SUNSET BOSPHORUS YACHT, our two-deck yacht, for an unforgettable Istanbul sightseeing cruise. You’ll get a panoramic view of the Bosphorus Bridges, Dolmabahce Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace, Maiden's Tower, and more. During your 2 hours and 30 min Bosphorus sightseeing cruise, you’ll be free to wander between decks to capture the best shots of Istanbul’s attractions. Our experienced guide will illustrate the history of what you see during the cruise; Bosphorus has a storied past, and our guides know the fun facts you can’t find in a tourist handbook. See why this is one of the best Istanbul city sightseeing cruises. Book now and enjoy your adventure with us!
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D8669QLandreak, 10/19/2025 2:59:22 PM
The boat was beautiful and comfortable, the guide amazing, and the snacks plentiful and delicious. It was truly perfect. A BARGAIN!
P0pV, 10/19/2025 1:01:58 PM
Great experience with great guide. The boat is great, the programme very well structured. Great service on and off board.
Robert_C, 10/19/2025 8:51:26 AM
It starts near bridge one and proceeds under bridge two before returning. It goes up the European side and returns on the Asian side (that may alternate on different days but the point is you get to see both sides close up)..
Judy_E, 10/19/2025 6:12:58 AM
Perfect 2 hours sailing along the bosphorus with informative commentary and comfortable boat. Not crowded, nibbles provided. Even though the weather was cool extra blankets provided and I felt special seated at the back with leather chairs and large table, alone in section, felt like my personal boat.
A4727CGscotth, 10/19/2025 12:02:14 AM
Very nice, relaxing cruise with good narration from live host. Quick stop for yoghurt on the Asian side was fine but being charged 4.50 usd per cup was a rip off. I wish the cruise and narration went further up toward the Black Sea.
JohnStephen_G, 10/18/2025 4:42:31 AM
We were picked up promptly at our hotel and transferred to the boat. It was comfortable and spacious. We were given a variety of small snacks and drinks throughout the journey. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Our guide Serdar was excellent. As we didn’t want to go back to our hotel we asked to be dropped off at Sultanamet Square which they were happy to do. Altogether it was a very enjoyable way to spend our first morning in Istanbul and get a look at the city and a lot of interesting information.
Roberta B, 10/17/2025 3:52:16 PM
Wonderful morning cruise! It was like being on someone’s private yacht. Lovely and unexpected snacks, tea, and later, Turkish coffee. Guide gave just enough commentary and left time for quiet enjoyment of the scenery. Highly recommend!
M9016MFarianar, 10/17/2025 1:17:59 PM
Amazing experience!!!! The service and overall experience was the best !!! I highly recommend booking this Bosphorus trip
Alaine_W, 10/15/2025 2:48:22 PM
Great trip on the Bosphorus, guide was great, we opted for hotel pickup and he was right on time, even with the traffic
Dmitry_K, 10/14/2025 8:14:47 AM
Fantastic experience on a good yacht. Calm waves of Bosphorus, picturesque views and friendly team. Highly recommended in a not overcrowded weekday
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Meeting Point: Dolmabahçe Mosque - https://maps.app.goo.gl/aFk3tXB51tnggpN46 Our staff will be waiting for you holding a VELENA TRAVEL signboard. We kindly ask all guests to arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the cruise departure time to ensure a smooth boarding process.Return details
Morning Bosphorus Cruise on Luxury Yacht See both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul on a 2.5-hour boat cruise of the Bosphorus Strait. Get the opportunity to visit a lovely village on the Asian side and try the most delicious yogurt in the world ever. The best way to see Istanbul is from the water! Board SUNSET BOSPHORUS YACHT, our two-deck yacht, for an unforgettable Istanbul sightseeing cruise. You’ll get a panoramic view of the Bosphorus Bridges, Dolmabahce Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace, Maiden's Tower, and more. During your 2 hours and 30 min Bosphorus sightseeing cruise, you’ll be free to wander between decks to capture the best shots of Istanbul’s attractions. Our experienced guide will illustrate the history of what you see during the cruise; Bosphorus has a storied past, and our guides know the fun facts you can’t find in a tourist handbook. See why this is one of the best Istanbul city sightseeing cruises. Book now and enjoy your adventure with us!No redemption information available
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