Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with One-Hour Stop at Beylerbeyi on the Asian Side
by IMCA TRAVEL BOSPHORUS CRUISES DAILY TOURS IN ISTANBUL
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This Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul lasts between two and four hours and includes a one-hour stop in the Beylerbeyi neighborhood on the Asian shore. The tour departs from Eminönü in the city center and sails along both the European and Asian sides of the Bosphorus Strait. The boat passes several landmarks including the Galata Bridge and Galata Tower, the Istanbul Painting Museum at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, Dolmabahçe Palace with its mosque and clock tower, Çırağan Palace, and Ortaköy Mosque. It sails under the First Bosphorus Bridge, passes Galatasaray Island, views the Bebek Khedive Pavilion, and Rumeli Fortress before going under the Second Bosphorus Bridge. On the Asian side, sights include Anadolu Fortress, Küçüksu Pavilion, and Kuleli Military High School. The cruise stops for one hour in Beylerbeyi, allowing passengers to explore the neighborhood, visit Beylerbeyi Palace, or take photos near the Bosphorus Bridge. The return trip takes place during sunset, providing views of the Maiden's Tower, Topkapı Palace, Yeni Camii (New Mosque), and Süleymaniye Mosque. The boat is modern, air-conditioned, and has onboard wifi. The departure point is accessible by public transportation. Carbonated drinks and hotel pickup or drop-off are not included. Boarding the boat requires climbing stairs and may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Galata Koprusu
The boat sails under the Galata Bridge, a historic structure connecting old Istanbul to the Karaköy district. The area is lively with locals fishing and walking, offering panoramic views of the cityscape.
Galata Tower
The medieval stone tower stands prominently in the Galata district and provides wide views over Istanbul’s skyline.
Istanbul Resim Ve Heykel Muzesi, Mimar Sinan Guzel Sanatlar Universitesi
The boat passes the Istanbul Painting Museum at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, known for its collection of Turkish paintings across various periods, reflecting the city’s artistic heritage.
Dolmabahce Mosque
The tour passes the Dolmabahçe Mosque, notable for its ornate architecture and peaceful setting next to Dolmabahçe Palace, including its striking clock tower.
Dolmabahce Palace
The boat cruises alongside Dolmabahçe Palace, a 19th-century residence of Ottoman sultans that combines European design with Ottoman details, set on the Bosphorus shore.
Ortakoy
From the water, the lively atmosphere of Ortaköy is visible, including the iconic Ortaköy Mosque located on the Bosphorus waterfront, known for its detailed design and scenic location.
Bosphorus Bridge
The boat passes under the Bosphorus Bridge, a suspension bridge linking Europe and Asia, providing a unique experience of sailing between two continents.
Bosphorus Strait
The cruise moves along the Bosphorus Strait, a waterway that connects the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara, separating Europe and Asia.
Rumeli Fortress
The imposing Rumeli Fortress on the European shore features large walls and towers built by Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror, marking Ottoman strategic strength.
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
The boat sails under the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, a modern suspension bridge named after the conqueror of Istanbul, connecting the European and Asian sides.
Hidiv Kasri
Passing the Bebek neighborhood, the tour views the Bebek Khedive Pavilion (Hidiv Kasrı), an Ottoman-era mansion set among greenery along the Bosphorus.
Anadolu Hisari Fort
On the Asian shore, the boat passes Anadolu Fortress, an early Ottoman fortress built before Istanbul’s conquest, noted as the oldest Turkish structure on the Bosphorus.
Kucuksu Pavilion
The cruise passes the Küçüksu Pavilion, a small 19th-century Rococo-style palace used by Ottoman sultans as a summer retreat, noted for its delicate architecture.
Bosphorus Strait Overview
The Bosphorus is a waterway dividing Europe and Asia, lined with Ottoman palaces, mansions, and greenery, and busy with various types of boats.
120 min
KIz Kulesi
The boat passes the Maiden’s Tower, a small tower on an islet at the Bosphorus entrance, a historic symbol of Istanbul with legends surrounding it.
TopkapI Palace
From the water, the tour views Topkapı Palace, the former residence and administrative center of Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years, featuring pavilions and courtyards.
Yeni Camii
The cruise approaches Eminönü and passes the New Mosque, an imperial mosque with large domes and minarets located at the entrance of the Golden Horn.
Suleymaniye Mosque
Near the end, the boat passes the Süleymaniye Mosque, a large mosque on one of Istanbul’s highest hills, designed by architect Mimar Sinan, dominating the skyline.
Askeri Muze ve Kultur Sitesi KomutanlIgI
The boat passes Kuleli Military High School on the Asian shore, a historic institution with distinctive red-brick architecture that reflects its military heritage.
Meeting point
Please locate IBRAHIM NARAL BOAT, an EMBAK Cooperative member, near Ahi Çelebi Mosque on the shore behind Istanbul Ticaret University. Please note that meeting points and times may vary by up to 1 km and 30 min due to dock availability.
End point
Please locate NARAL BOAT, an EMBAK Cooperative member, near Ahi Çelebi Mosque on the shore behind Istanbul Ticaret University. Please note that meeting points and times may vary by up to 1 km and 30 min due to dock availability.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with One-Hour Stop at Beylerbeyi on the Asian Side
by IMCA TRAVEL BOSPHORUS CRUISES DAILY TOURS IN ISTANBUL
Choose from 3 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.€20Overview
This Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul lasts between two and four hours and includes a one-hour stop in the Beylerbeyi neighborhood on the Asian shore. The tour departs from Eminönü in the city center and sails along both the European and Asian sides of the Bosphorus Strait. The boat passes several landmarks including the Galata Bridge and Galata Tower, the Istanbul Painting Museum at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, Dolmabahçe Palace with its mosque and clock tower, Çırağan Palace, and Ortaköy Mosque. It sails under the First Bosphorus Bridge, passes Galatasaray Island, views the Bebek Khedive Pavilion, and Rumeli Fortress before going under the Second Bosphorus Bridge. On the Asian side, sights include Anadolu Fortress, Küçüksu Pavilion, and Kuleli Military High School. The cruise stops for one hour in Beylerbeyi, allowing passengers to explore the neighborhood, visit Beylerbeyi Palace, or take photos near the Bosphorus Bridge. The return trip takes place during sunset, providing views of the Maiden's Tower, Topkapı Palace, Yeni Camii (New Mosque), and Süleymaniye Mosque. The boat is modern, air-conditioned, and has onboard wifi. The departure point is accessible by public transportation. Carbonated drinks and hotel pickup or drop-off are not included. Boarding the boat requires climbing stairs and may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Galata Koprusu
The boat sails under the Galata Bridge, a historic structure connecting old Istanbul to the Karaköy district. The area is lively with locals fishing and walking, offering panoramic views of the cityscape.
Galata Tower
The medieval stone tower stands prominently in the Galata district and provides wide views over Istanbul’s skyline.
Istanbul Resim Ve Heykel Muzesi, Mimar Sinan Guzel Sanatlar Universitesi
The boat passes the Istanbul Painting Museum at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, known for its collection of Turkish paintings across various periods, reflecting the city’s artistic heritage.
Dolmabahce Mosque
The tour passes the Dolmabahçe Mosque, notable for its ornate architecture and peaceful setting next to Dolmabahçe Palace, including its striking clock tower.
Dolmabahce Palace
The boat cruises alongside Dolmabahçe Palace, a 19th-century residence of Ottoman sultans that combines European design with Ottoman details, set on the Bosphorus shore.
Ortakoy
From the water, the lively atmosphere of Ortaköy is visible, including the iconic Ortaköy Mosque located on the Bosphorus waterfront, known for its detailed design and scenic location.
Bosphorus Bridge
The boat passes under the Bosphorus Bridge, a suspension bridge linking Europe and Asia, providing a unique experience of sailing between two continents.
Bosphorus Strait
The cruise moves along the Bosphorus Strait, a waterway that connects the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara, separating Europe and Asia.
Rumeli Fortress
The imposing Rumeli Fortress on the European shore features large walls and towers built by Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror, marking Ottoman strategic strength.
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
The boat sails under the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, a modern suspension bridge named after the conqueror of Istanbul, connecting the European and Asian sides.
Hidiv Kasri
Passing the Bebek neighborhood, the tour views the Bebek Khedive Pavilion (Hidiv Kasrı), an Ottoman-era mansion set among greenery along the Bosphorus.
Anadolu Hisari Fort
On the Asian shore, the boat passes Anadolu Fortress, an early Ottoman fortress built before Istanbul’s conquest, noted as the oldest Turkish structure on the Bosphorus.
Kucuksu Pavilion
The cruise passes the Küçüksu Pavilion, a small 19th-century Rococo-style palace used by Ottoman sultans as a summer retreat, noted for its delicate architecture.
Bosphorus Strait Overview
The Bosphorus is a waterway dividing Europe and Asia, lined with Ottoman palaces, mansions, and greenery, and busy with various types of boats.
120 min
KIz Kulesi
The boat passes the Maiden’s Tower, a small tower on an islet at the Bosphorus entrance, a historic symbol of Istanbul with legends surrounding it.
TopkapI Palace
From the water, the tour views Topkapı Palace, the former residence and administrative center of Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years, featuring pavilions and courtyards.
Yeni Camii
The cruise approaches Eminönü and passes the New Mosque, an imperial mosque with large domes and minarets located at the entrance of the Golden Horn.
Suleymaniye Mosque
Near the end, the boat passes the Süleymaniye Mosque, a large mosque on one of Istanbul’s highest hills, designed by architect Mimar Sinan, dominating the skyline.
Askeri Muze ve Kultur Sitesi KomutanlIgI
The boat passes Kuleli Military High School on the Asian shore, a historic institution with distinctive red-brick architecture that reflects its military heritage.
Meeting point
Please locate IBRAHIM NARAL BOAT, an EMBAK Cooperative member, near Ahi Çelebi Mosque on the shore behind Istanbul Ticaret University. Please note that meeting points and times may vary by up to 1 km and 30 min due to dock availability.
End point
Please locate NARAL BOAT, an EMBAK Cooperative member, near Ahi Çelebi Mosque on the shore behind Istanbul Ticaret University. Please note that meeting points and times may vary by up to 1 km and 30 min due to dock availability.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.