About the tour
Highlights
Two and a half hour Bosphorus Cruise on a luxury yacht
Visit Kanlica, the greenest point on the Asian side where you can try Kanlica yogurt
Travel with an experienced and fluent tour guide
See wooden Ottoman villas and chic neighborhoods along the banks
Itinerary
Imagine gliding along the Bosphorus, where Istanbul’s storied skyline and centuries of history unfold before your eyes. This yacht cruise offers a fresh perspective on Turkey’s vibrant metropolis, taking you past both the Asian and European shores in absolute comfort. Onboard a modern luxury yacht, you’ll witness famed landmarks like Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, and Leander’s Tower, all illuminated against the city’s unique panorama. The trip also brings you beneath the iconic Bosphorus bridges and through elegant neighborhoods such as Ortakoy and Bebek, making it a must for travelers eager to see Istanbul from a new vantage point.
Throughout the tour, a professional guide enriches the journey with fascinating insights into the confluence of cultures and the historical significance of this strategic waterway. The unique highlight: a stopover on the Asian side, giving you the rare experience of setting foot on two continents in a single outing. This blend of history, scenery, and comfort makes the Bosphorus Yacht Cruise a standout tour package for those wishing to relax while discovering Istanbul’s timeless allure. Perfect for young adults and seasoned explorers alike, this sightseeing adventure promises both relaxation and discovery.
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Customer Reviews
We really recommend this trip.
Perfect tour on a lovely boat for us with our 13 year old son. Just the right length and level of info! We really enjoyed this trip. We have a 13 year old so didn’t want to spend all day being overwhelmed with information and this 2.5 hour tour was perfect. An hour or so each way up and down the Bosphorus gave us chance to see some lovely views of the city and waterside buildings with just the right amount of commentary about them. Boat was lovely - there were around 25 people on our tour - and the snacks and drinks were nice plus we could buy a beer or wine if we fancied it. The staff/host were excellent and couldn’t have done more to make us all relax and enjoy the tour. We would really recommend this trip.
Wonderful cruise on the Bosphorous.
Absolutely wonderful excursion. The guide was knowledgeable and enthusiastic. First class cruise!
Nice Tour
This was a really nice tour! The boat was comfortable and not too crowded. The staff were very friendly, information was good and the stop for yogurt was fun. We did it on our arrival day and it was a perfect chill intro to the city.
Great Overview of the Bophorus
Exactly as advertised. Small group experience on beautiful boat Good service including snacks and free tea and water. Beer available for extra. Saw all the sights as listed. Exactly 21/2 hours. Booked the day before - although it was October, may not be as easy in the summer. Highly recommend.
Fabulous weather, lovely cruise
Tour guide met us where expected and informed us of where to go and it was such a nice boat too! Very smooth sailing, snacks and drinks during our cruise and a funny yet informative tour guide. We even stopped briefly on the Asian side for some delicious yogurt w/honey. Made it back exactly on time. Very fun and relaxing.
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