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Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Cruise in Istanbul with Stopover in Asian Side
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Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Cruise in Istanbul with Stopover in Asian Side

by Sunset Bosphorus Yacht Cruises

3 hours
Istanbul
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3 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
€45€50Save 10%
2 adults × €22.50
All taxes and fees included

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3 hours
€45€50Save 10%
2 adults × €22.50
All taxes and fees included

Overview

This 2.5-hour small-group yacht cruise travels along Istanbul’s Bosphorus Strait, offering views of landmarks on both the European and Asian sides. Guests board a luxury yacht and sail past notable sites including Dolmabahce Palace, Besiktas, Ortakoy, the Bosphorus Bridge, Bebek Sahili, Rumeli Fortress, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, and others. A stopover occurs at Beylerbeyi on the Asian side, where passengers have about 20 minutes to explore this town known for its special yoghurts. Throughout the cruise, tea, coffee, and snacks are provided. Hotel transfer is available if selected but is not included by default. A multilingual guide provides commentary during the journey.

Highlights

2.5-hour yacht cruise on Istanbul Bosphorus Strait
Stopover in Beylerbeyi on Asian side for about 20 minutes
Views of Dolmabahce Palace, Bosphorus Bridge, and Rumeli Fortress
Tea, coffee, and snacks included
Multilingual guide commentary on board

What's included

Tea and coffee served during the cruise
Hotel transfer if option selected
Snacks provided on board

What's not included

Tips for the guide and crew
Hotel transfer if not selected

Itinerary

1

Bosphorus Strait

Sail along the Bosphorus Strait between Europe and Asia for about 2 hours. See landmarks on both sides while a multilingual guide explains the sights. Stop at Kanlica on the Asian side, a historic and scenic district of Istanbul.

120 min

2

Dolmabahce Palace

View the 19th-century Dolmabahce Palace, the Second Empire Ottoman palace located along the Bosphorus.

3

Besiktas

Pass by Besiktas, the largest town on the European side of the Bosphorus.

4

Ortakoy

See Ortakoy, a well-known district situated under the Bosphorus Bridge.

5

Bosphorus Bridge

View the Bosphorus Bridge, the first bridge in the world connecting two continents.

6

Bebek Sahili

Pass Bebek Sahili, a popular entertainment area along the Bosphorus.

7

Rumeli Fortress

See Rumeli Fortress, the oldest and largest monument on the Bosphorus, built in 1452.

8

Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge

View the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, the second Bosphorus bridge constructed in 1988.

9

Beylerbeyi

Stop for about 20 minutes in Beylerbeyi on the Asian side, a town famous for its special yoghurts.

20 min

10

Kucuksu Pavilion

Pass the Kucuksu Pavilion, the Ottoman Sultan's hunting pavilion.

11

Çırağan Palace

See Çırağan Palace, the Ottoman summer palace along the Bosphorus shore.

12

Kuleli Sahil

View Kuleli Military Academy, built in the 19th century to modernize the Ottoman army.

13

Kuzguncuk Sahili

Pass through Kuzguncuk Sahili, a popular Asian side town featured in TV shows.

14

Uskudar

See Uskudar, the largest district on the Asian side and an important public transportation hub.

Meeting point

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.

End point

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.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Reachable by public transport
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Suitable for all fitness levels
Total
€45Save 10% vs Viator