Istanbul Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Asian Side Stop
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Istanbul, Turkey
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore Istanbul's Bosphorus Strait without stressing about handling the navigation or transportation with this guided yacht cruise, complete with a visit to the Asian side of the strait. Learn about the city's history, landmarks, and culture while your guides share their insights along the way. Take a break at Kanlica to wander its charming streets and savor some creamy yogurt. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.
- Join a yacht cruise to explore the Bosphorus Strait; take in the views
- Sample Kanlica yogurt, a creamy and local yogurt served with powdered sugar
- Pass by Dolmabache Palace, Ciragan Palace, Ortakoy Mosque, and more
- Learn about the history and culture of the landmarks you see from a guide
What's Included
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Savory pastry
- Fresh seasanal fruits
- Turkish coffee with Turkish delight served in tradational cups
- Hotel pickup and drop-off services (available upon selection)
- Food and beverages, unless clearly stated as included
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Itinerary
Bosphorus Strait (Pass By)
Dolmabahce Palace (Pass By)
Dolmabahce Mosque (Pass By)
Ciragan Palace Kempinski (Pass By)
Buyuk Mecidiye Camii (Pass By)
Bosphorus Bridge (Pass By)
Galatasaray Island (Pass By)
Arnavutköy (Pass By)
Bebek Sahili (Pass By)
Rumeli Fortress (Pass By)
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge (Pass By)
Kucuksu Pavilion (Pass By)
Anadolu Hisari Fort (Pass By)
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Beylerbeyi
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Beylerbeyi Palace (Pass By)
KIz Kulesi (Pass By)
Halic (Pass By)
Galata Koprusu (Pass By)
Yeni Camii (Pass By)
Misir Carsisi (Pass By)
Galata Tower (Pass By)
Galataport (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
What an incredible cruise of the Bosphorus through some of Istanbul's most significant landmarks!! The service was incredible, they took great care to make sure all guests are comfortable and can get the most out of the experience. Our tour guide is also hilarious and charming. He turned notable landmarks into troves of stories. The Bosphorus in all its beauty becomes animated and alive through his commentaries.
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A very relaxing cruise on the Bosphorus. We enjoyed the wonderful views of Istanbul and really appreciate the staff for taking good care of us.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you very much for your lovely review!
We’re delighted to hear that you had a relaxing time on the Bosphorus and enjoyed the beautiful views of Istanbul. It’s especially wonderful to know that our team took good care of you throughout the cruise.
Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you on board again in the future!
It was an enjoyable ride on the Bosphorus, I would definitely do it again and recommend it to anyone
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you very much for your lovely review!
We’re so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your Bosphorus cruise and would happily join us again. Your recommendation means a lot to our team.
We look forward to welcoming you back on board on your next visit to Istanbul!
Great experience. Shorter than expected. Guide seemed very knowledgeable. Staff was very professional and the vessel was clean and well maintained.
The trip was amazing. Great people and vibes. I would definitely do it again. The organisers were communicating efficiently with us
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you for choosing us and sharing your experience. Clean communication and a great onboard atmosphere are exactly what we strive for. We look forward to hosting you again on your next cruise.
It was a great tour, the guide had a great sense of humour and the information was perfect. He knew when to talk and how to get the audience involved and interested.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you for choosing us and highlighting your great experience. It is wonderful to know that our guide struck the perfect balance between sharing perfect information and keeping the group entertained. We will be sure to pass your kind words along to him, and we hope to host you again on your next cruise.
Wonderful experience! Clean and professional staff and boat. Highly recommend if you would like to take a break from a chaotic city.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We are delighted to know that you enjoyed a relaxing break with us and found our boat and professional staff to be up to your standards of cleanliness. The Bosphorus truly offers a serene escape from the chaotic energy of the city, and we are glad we could provide that peaceful atmosphere for you. Thank you for your high recommendation, and we would be absolutely charmed to welcome you back on board for another refreshing journey.
Wonderful cruise because the scenery and commentary were great. The guide really highlighted the history and beauty of the Bosphorus with good and sometimes amusing stories. The drinks and sweets only added to our enjoyment.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We are delighted to know that the spectacular scenery and our guided commentary made your Bosphorus cruise so memorable. It is fantastic to hear that our guide successfully brought the history and beauty of Istanbul to life with both informative and amusing stories. Knowing that our complimentary treats and drinks added to your enjoyment is the best feedback we could ask for. We would be absolutely honored to welcome you back on board for another delightful voyage in the future.
Perfect boat and guide. It was so nice to see the city and the area from the river. Bonus were the snakes and drinks.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you for sharing your positive feedback. We are pleased to hear that you found our luxury boat and guide to be perfect, and that you enjoyed the unique perspective of Istanbul from the water. It is also rewarding to know that our complimentary snacks and refreshments enhanced your overall journey. We look forward to the privilege of welcoming you on board again in the future.
This is THE top-notch experience in all options of Bosphorus Cruises. This was our second time taking the same tour, on the same boat; this time with a fabulously entertaining Serdar as our tour guide. The boat is spacious and NEVER overcrowded. They limit the number of passengers but both times we took this tour, there was about half the maximum number of guests. The boat is in excellent shape, new, and well-maintained. The entire staff could not do enough for us. They were also punctual.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you for this incredible review! Hearing that this was your second time cruising with us on the same boat means the world to our team. We pride ourselves on keeping our new boat in excellent shape and limiting passenger numbers for a truly relaxing atmosphere. Our guide Serdar and the whole crew are so happy to hear they made your evening fabulous and entertaining. Looking forward to your next visit to Istanbul!
Nice tour, recommended when you visit Istanbul. Tour guide very knowledgeable and nice crew
For family and friends
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you highly recommend our tour for anyone visiting Istanbul. Our guide and nice crew always strive to provide a welcoming and knowledgeable experience on the Bosphorus. We are especially happy to hear that you find our cruise perfect for families and friends, as creating beautiful shared memories is what we love most. We hope to welcome you, your family, and friends back on board soon!
The guide was amazingly informative and funny, the food and drink were great! We learned a lot and had a great time!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had a great time and learned a lot during our cruise. Our guide loves blending rich history with a good sense of humor, so hearing that they were informative and funny means a lot to us! We are also glad you enjoyed our food and drinks. We hope to welcome you back on board for more fun and beautiful views in Istanbul soon!
Wow! I wish we would have had time to do the sunset cruise too. This was an awesome trip. The yacht was beautiful and there was plenty of seating. The crew brought yummy snacks, drinks and you could purchase alcohol if you liked. Our tour guide clearly knew Istanbul and the history. He was non-stop on the mic telling us all about the different buildings, the history and was extremely entertaining and charismatic. We had a shop stop on the Asian side (I do wish was a smidge longer) and we had about 30 min to explore.
I highly recommend this particular tour because it was not super packed like many of the other big boats we saw on the water. We had about 20 people versus over 100 on the other boats.
We had such a great time touring the Bosphorus and getting to see Istanbul from another perspective. The yacht cruise was SOOO much better than the typical, overcrowded boat tours/cruises. We had plenty of space, an excellent and knowledgeable guide, and views to die for! I highly recommend this tour!
My friend and I enjoyed our time on this beautiful day adventure! The tour guide was very informative and fun trivia questions. I loved all the history and the snack and drinks provided were enough for the journey. Only advice is when we got off the boat to explore the town on the Asian side of Istanbul could be about 1hour -1.5hours instead of 30mins because it felt so rushed and didn't get to see much at all.
Great yacht cruise on the Bosphorus! Professional service staff, very informative historical and geographical information provided. Snacks and water priovided and drinks available at cost.
Don’t leave Istanbul without doing this!
We enjoyed our Bosphorus Yacht Cruise. The ship was really large and could easily accomodate everyone. A small snack and water were also provided. There was some history given as well. We did not find the stop on the Asian side very useful as there was little at the site chosen. Otherwise this was a relaxing way to spend a few hours on the Bosphorus.
I loved this tour! It was nice to see all of Instanbul from the Bosporus Straight to learn more about its history and geography!
Incredibly friendly staff! Had a mechanical issue with the boat and the staff were very accommodating with rescheduling and making up for the lost time. We would go back any day!
Great boat trip. Small group, lovely boat, heaps of shade. Good food and drinks. Wonderful way to see Istanbul and a break from the busiest of the Sultanahmet. Get to see the European and Asian side. Relaxing afternoon. Also pick up and drop off to hotel was excellent
Great and relaxing way to experience Istanbul from the Bosporus, while a guide explains the various landmarks. Welcome on board with some snacks and drinks. Midway a short break at the Asean side. I do absolutely recommend this tour.
The team was fantastic, it was truly "white glove" service. The tour was very informative and covered so much more than a land-based tour could cover in a day.
Highly recommend this water cruise. It was a great way for a family of five to see so many sites from the water and also enjoying the sun.. Don’t hesitate to book!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your great review and for highly recommending our Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Tour on Viator! We are absolutely delighted to hear that your family of five had such a wonderful time soaking up the sun and taking in the beautiful sights from the water. Our yacht is designed to offer a comfortable and spacious environment, making it perfect for families to enjoy together. Your reassuring words "Don’t hesitate to book!" mean a lot to us and will surely inspire other traveling families. It was an absolute pleasure hosting you all, and we hope to welcome you aboard again in the future!
Worth every penny! All ran very smoothly. Guides were punctual and professional and we found it to be a very informative tour on a beautiful yacht.
Motel pick up/ drop off definitely worth the extra money.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your excellent review and for stating that our tour was worth every penny! We are thrilled to hear that everything ran smoothly, from our punctual and professional guides to our informative commentary on our beautiful yacht. We are also glad you found our hotel pick-up and drop-off service to be highly valuable, as we aim to make your journey as comfortable and stress-free as possible. It was an absolute pleasure hosting you in Istanbul, and we hope to welcome you aboard again in the future!
The wife and I took a cruise to Istanbul and decided to use viator for excursion
instead of the cruise ship shore excursion. We’re have no regrets! the boat was incredibly nice and very comfortable. The tour guide was so helpful and gave so much history. You get to take a nice trip down the bosporus and the stop in Asia! Unforgettable and amazing excursion! Fully recommended. A++++++ 5.0
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for this amazing 5-star review and for your enthusiastic recommendation to "Just book it!" We are absolutely thrilled that you chose our Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Tour for your shore excursion in Istanbul and have no regrets. Providing a highly comfortable, boutique experience with rich historical insights and that special stop on the Asian side is exactly what makes our tour unique. It was an absolute pleasure hosting you and your wife, and we hope your cruise vacation was unforgettable. We would love to welcome you aboard again whenever you visit Istanbul in the future!
Such an excellent trip! Lots of space so that people could either sit in the shade or sit in the sun. The boat was so comfortable and the audio guide provided excellent information throughout.
Our guide John was excellent. Big thanks 😊
What a wonderful way to spend a half day on the Bosphorus, getting much information about both the Europe and Asia side of the city. We enjoyed our snack and Turkish delight. Our guide Rahan was the best! You don’t want to miss this tour.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed spending a half day on the Bosphorus and learning more about both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul. It is also great to know that you enjoyed the snacks and Turkish delight. We are especially happy that Rahan made the experience so memorable for you. We truly appreciate your kind recommendation.
This offers a great view of Istanbul from the sea side. Gives you a very different impression of the city. The commentary from the guide and the snacks served made it a perfect tour if you only have got half a day left before your plane leaves.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you very much for your kind review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed seeing Istanbul from the sea and that the cruise gave you a different impression of the city. It is also wonderful to know that the guide’s commentary and the snacks made the tour a perfect choice before your flight. We truly appreciate your feedback and recommendation.
The yacht was absolutely fabulous, gleaming clean and the same as the super yacht in the picture. The meeting location was very easy to find direct tram from sultanamet.
Staff very friendly and great service. As well as snacks, tea and water on board you could also buy alcoholic drinks. We had a fabulous afternoon.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you found the yacht fabulous, spotless, and just as shown in the pictures. It is great to know that the meeting location was easy to find, especially by tram from Sultanahmet, and that you enjoyed the friendly staff, service, snacks, tea, water, and the option to purchase alcoholic drinks on board. We are very happy you had a fabulous afternoon with us.
This was a great tour with full service including the pick up in our hotel highly recommend. The boat the tour and guide were great. Nice tour
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for your kind review and recommendation. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the full service, including the hotel pick-up, as well as the boat, the tour, and our guide. It was a pleasure to welcome you on board, and we hope to see you again on the Bosphorus.
Beautiful weather makes for a beautiful trip.
The boat and crew were fantastic , the snacks an unexpected treat and the palaces amazing. You can’t miss a bosphorus cruise while in Istanbul.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that the beautiful weather, our boat, crew, snacks, and the amazing Bosphorus palaces all made the trip so enjoyable. We truly appreciate your kind recommendation and agree that a Bosphorus cruise is a must while visiting Istanbul. We hope to welcome you on board again.
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