Turkey · BOSPHORUS CRUISES
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A public ferry crosses the strait for the price of a coffee, so a cruise has to earn the difference. Below are the boats that do: which ones sail at sunset, which include dinner and how good it is, which ones stop at the Asian side, and which are quiet enough that you can hear the guide.
Istanbul Bosphorus dinner cruise on a mega yacht with a 3-course meal, live music, and stage dancers, plus a private table option.
“the atmosphere was amazing, great workers and food was fantastic. they picked us up from infront of our hotel and dropped us off as well, 100% would recommend”
Istanbul Bosphorus dinner cruise with unlimited soft drinks, Turkish night show, and night views of palaces, bridges, and Maiden’s Tower.
“An unforgettable experience on the Bosphorus! The dinner cruise was truly magical! The hotel pick-up service was punctual and convenient, and once on board we were warmly welcomed. The dinner was delicious and plentiful, with unlimited soft drinks and the option to enjoy two alcoholic beverages. The live show, with traditional dances and a DJ, created a fun and lively atmosphere. We also really appreciated the availability of vegetarian, pescatarian, and halal meal options. The nighttime view of Istanbul from the water is something we’ll never forget. Highly recommended!Read more”
Create a signature perfume in Istanbul with Bosphorus views. Smell 50+ scents, blend with an expert, and take home 50ml.
“Bryan and Serena made the experience so much fun and helped take the guess work out of making my new signature scent. I had a great time. Definitely book it.”
Istanbul’s Bosphorus sunset by luxury yacht with a live English guide, snacks, lemonade, and standout views of palaces, forts, and bridges.
“Excellent option to get a clear view of this geographic beauty, the Bosforus! Excellent service!”
2-hour Bosphorus sunset cruise from Kabataş, audio guide included, skyline views of palaces and towers, with soft drinks and snacks.
“it was really good trip. we really enjoy everything”
A 2-hour Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul with multilingual audio, unlimited Turkish tea, and big views across Europe and Asia.
“The pickup eats to find and the guides all have good English and will get you in your boat safely. The views are stunning much better than even night cruises- definitely recommend.”
Bosphorus yacht cruise to Istanbul’s Asian side with hotel pickup, English guide, snacks, and a Kanlıca yogurt stop, 2.5 hours.
“Easy to book with a hotel pickup and return, all done with no fuss. On board there were a variety of complimentary refreshments, including nuts, peaches, bread, tea, and coffee. There are other items available for purchase. It’s a guided tour by speaker, which was great if you were near the speaker, but could be difficult to hear given the ambient noises in the Bosphorus. There was one stop on the Asian side before the return trip, at a yogurt/ice cream store.”
A 2.5-hour guided Bosphorus sunset yacht with canapés, lemonade, and history views of Dolmabahçe, Ortaköy, and fortresses.
“What a beautiful evening. The tour operator was fabulous solving a time problem and getting us this cruise. The yacht was so comfortable. The staff were very attentive. The sights were magical.”
3-hour Bosphorus dinner cruise with live Turkish dance, DJ music, and night views plus dinner and drinks from $41.
“All organisation is very good, finally driver which can speak English. The guide was very friendly and attentive, all respect to him. Dinner was great and the show especially belly dancer was very entertaining and can make a good atmosphere.”
A 3-hour Bosphorus night cruise in Istanbul with a Turkish dinner, live dance shows, and great views of key landmarks from the water.
“Overall, considering the price, this activity is very well thought out. Having round-trip transfers included was very convenient, and the dinner itself was very pleasant. The food wasn’t extraordinary, but for the price, you really can’t expect more. The entertainment throughout the evening was also enjoyable and added to the experience. We especially loved the service we received during the night. Talip was extremely helpful and friendly — a solid 5⭐️ for him 😁”
See Istanbul after dark on a Bosphorus dinner cruise with Ottoman palaces, bridges, Turkish dance shows, dinner, and drinks in 3 hours.
“It was amazing experience! Best cruise line in Istanbul. The food was good, the service just fine and the program itself over any expectations. 😍😍😍”
2-hour Bosphorus cruise near Hagia Sophia with offline audio guide, nonstop landmark views, and a sunset option for great photos.
“Very nice! Make sure when you board the boat that you ask what side to sit on!”
Cruise the Bosphorus by yacht with a Kanlıca stop for Turkish coffee, snacks, and yogurt, plus Wi-Fi and hotel pickup.
“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)..”
90-minute Bosphorus cruise from Eminönü with an easy smartphone audio guide, plus 4 PM or 5 PM sunset options for Istanbul skyline views.
“Great experience! It’s enough time to see the beauty and enjoy the cruise.”
Istanbul Bosphorus sunset yacht cruise with a small-group feel, English guide, and snacks, fruit, tea, plus golden-hour landmark views.
“Very good cruise with lovely sights. We were lucky with the weather following a wet few days, there was not a cloud in the sky. Perfect sunset.”
