Guided Small-Group Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxurious Yacht in Istanbul
by Istanbul Bosphorus Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€80Overview
This small-group Bosphorus sunset cruise in Istanbul lasts about two and a half hours aboard a luxurious yacht. The cruise begins by boarding the yacht, which offers a quiet and comfortable setting for up to a limited number of guests. The yacht follows the Bosphorus Strait, sailing between the European and Asian sides of the city. Passengers see several important landmarks along the route, starting with Dolmabahce Palace, a former royal garden and natural harbor used during the Ottoman period. The cruise continues past the Bosphorus Bridge, which connects the two continents, and the Rumeli Fortress, a large castle built in the 15th century on the European side at the narrowest point of the strait. The yacht also passes the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge and Beylerbeyi Palace, a historic site settled since Byzantine times. Other sights include the Kucuksu Pavilion, known as the "Garden of Lamps," and the Maiden’s Tower, located on a small islet with origins dating back to 341 B.C. The cruise also offers views of the Galata Bridge, which spans the Golden Horn, and the Galata Tower, built in 1384 on the highest point of the Genoese colony. During the cruise, traditional refreshments are served, including sweet, chilled sharbat, Turkish canapés, baklava, cookies, fresh seasonal fruits, tea, and coffee. Hotel transfer service is available if selected when booking. The cruise provides a chance to see Istanbul’s skyline and illuminated monuments as the sun sets, with colors changing to shades of purple, orange, and red.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Dolmabahce Palace
Originally a natural harbor during the Ottoman period, naval captains anchored their fleet here and naval ceremonies took place. Starting in the early 17th century, the site was gradually filled in and became one of the royal gardens along the Bosphorus, which gave rise to the name Dolmabahce, meaning "filled garden."
Bosphorus Bridge
Known officially as the 15 July Martyrs Bridge and sometimes called the First Bridge, this suspension bridge spans the Bosphorus Strait and links the European and Asian sides of Istanbul. It stretches between the neighborhoods of Ortaköy and Beylerbeyi.
Rumeli Fortress
Located on 30,000 square meters on the European side of the Bosphorus, Rumeli Fortress stands directly across from the Anatolian Castle. The strait narrows to 600 meters at this point. Constructed beginning April 15, 1452, the fortress's three large towers form a shape meant to resemble the letters spelling 'Mohammed.' It was completed in 139 days and has been known by several names including 'Kulle-i Cedide' and 'Yenice Castle.' Mehmet the Conqueror personally supervised the side facing the sea.
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
This bridge crosses the Bosphorus near the narrowest section of the strait at 600 meters. It is located near Rumeli Fortress and is one of the key connections between the European and Asian sides of Istanbul.
Beylerbeyi Palace
Beylerbeyi and its surroundings have been settled since Byzantine times. The Swiss traveler Inciciyan noted that Constantine the Great erected a cross here, and the area was known as the 'Crucifix Gardens' during the Byzantine period.
Kucuksu Pavilion
Known as the 'Garden of Lamps' in Ottoman times, the royal garden at Kucuksu was favored by Murat IV (1623-1640), who called it the 'Silver Cypress.' Significant construction took place here starting in the 17th century and continuing into the early 18th century.
KIz Kulesi
Also called the Maiden Tower, this structure dates back to 341 B.C. It stands on a headland named 'Vus,' which was once at the mouth of the Bosphorus and is said to have been a peninsula in the past.
Galata Koprusu
The Galata Bridge crosses the Golden Horn in Istanbul. Since the late 19th century, the bridge has appeared frequently in Turkish literature, theater, poetry, and novels.
Galata Tower
Built in 1384 on the highest point of the ramparts surrounding the Genoese colony called Galata, this tower was used by the Ottoman Janissary corps in early Ottoman times.
Meeting point
Meeting Point: KABATAS TRANSFER CENTER (opposite of Kabatas Tram Station) Please follow the sign KABATAS - PRINCES' ISLANDS LINE We will be holding our company board, VELENA TRAVEL We kindly request our guests to show up at the meeting point 15 minutes before the cruise departure time.
End point
Meeting Point: KABATAS TRANSFER CENTER (opposite of Kabatas Tram Station) Please follow the sign KABATAS - PRINCES' ISLANDS LINE We will be holding our company board, VELENA TRAVEL We kindly request our guests to show up at the meeting point 15 minutes before the cruise departure time.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Guided Small-Group Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxurious Yacht in Istanbul
by Istanbul Bosphorus Tours
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€80Overview
This small-group Bosphorus sunset cruise in Istanbul lasts about two and a half hours aboard a luxurious yacht. The cruise begins by boarding the yacht, which offers a quiet and comfortable setting for up to a limited number of guests. The yacht follows the Bosphorus Strait, sailing between the European and Asian sides of the city. Passengers see several important landmarks along the route, starting with Dolmabahce Palace, a former royal garden and natural harbor used during the Ottoman period. The cruise continues past the Bosphorus Bridge, which connects the two continents, and the Rumeli Fortress, a large castle built in the 15th century on the European side at the narrowest point of the strait. The yacht also passes the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge and Beylerbeyi Palace, a historic site settled since Byzantine times. Other sights include the Kucuksu Pavilion, known as the "Garden of Lamps," and the Maiden’s Tower, located on a small islet with origins dating back to 341 B.C. The cruise also offers views of the Galata Bridge, which spans the Golden Horn, and the Galata Tower, built in 1384 on the highest point of the Genoese colony. During the cruise, traditional refreshments are served, including sweet, chilled sharbat, Turkish canapés, baklava, cookies, fresh seasonal fruits, tea, and coffee. Hotel transfer service is available if selected when booking. The cruise provides a chance to see Istanbul’s skyline and illuminated monuments as the sun sets, with colors changing to shades of purple, orange, and red.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Dolmabahce Palace
Originally a natural harbor during the Ottoman period, naval captains anchored their fleet here and naval ceremonies took place. Starting in the early 17th century, the site was gradually filled in and became one of the royal gardens along the Bosphorus, which gave rise to the name Dolmabahce, meaning "filled garden."
Bosphorus Bridge
Known officially as the 15 July Martyrs Bridge and sometimes called the First Bridge, this suspension bridge spans the Bosphorus Strait and links the European and Asian sides of Istanbul. It stretches between the neighborhoods of Ortaköy and Beylerbeyi.
Rumeli Fortress
Located on 30,000 square meters on the European side of the Bosphorus, Rumeli Fortress stands directly across from the Anatolian Castle. The strait narrows to 600 meters at this point. Constructed beginning April 15, 1452, the fortress's three large towers form a shape meant to resemble the letters spelling 'Mohammed.' It was completed in 139 days and has been known by several names including 'Kulle-i Cedide' and 'Yenice Castle.' Mehmet the Conqueror personally supervised the side facing the sea.
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
This bridge crosses the Bosphorus near the narrowest section of the strait at 600 meters. It is located near Rumeli Fortress and is one of the key connections between the European and Asian sides of Istanbul.
Beylerbeyi Palace
Beylerbeyi and its surroundings have been settled since Byzantine times. The Swiss traveler Inciciyan noted that Constantine the Great erected a cross here, and the area was known as the 'Crucifix Gardens' during the Byzantine period.
Kucuksu Pavilion
Known as the 'Garden of Lamps' in Ottoman times, the royal garden at Kucuksu was favored by Murat IV (1623-1640), who called it the 'Silver Cypress.' Significant construction took place here starting in the 17th century and continuing into the early 18th century.
KIz Kulesi
Also called the Maiden Tower, this structure dates back to 341 B.C. It stands on a headland named 'Vus,' which was once at the mouth of the Bosphorus and is said to have been a peninsula in the past.
Galata Koprusu
The Galata Bridge crosses the Golden Horn in Istanbul. Since the late 19th century, the bridge has appeared frequently in Turkish literature, theater, poetry, and novels.
Galata Tower
Built in 1384 on the highest point of the ramparts surrounding the Genoese colony called Galata, this tower was used by the Ottoman Janissary corps in early Ottoman times.
Meeting point
Meeting Point: KABATAS TRANSFER CENTER (opposite of Kabatas Tram Station) Please follow the sign KABATAS - PRINCES' ISLANDS LINE We will be holding our company board, VELENA TRAVEL We kindly request our guests to show up at the meeting point 15 minutes before the cruise departure time.
End point
Meeting Point: KABATAS TRANSFER CENTER (opposite of Kabatas Tram Station) Please follow the sign KABATAS - PRINCES' ISLANDS LINE We will be holding our company board, VELENA TRAVEL We kindly request our guests to show up at the meeting point 15 minutes before the cruise departure time.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.