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Guided Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxurious Yacht - Small Group Cruise | 2 hours 30 minutes

258 Reviews | Istanbul
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Guided Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxurious Yacht - Small Group Cruise
2 Adults x $26.53
$53.06
Approx Total
$53.06

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Baklava and cookies
  • Snacks
  • Fresh season fruits
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic Beverages

Overview

Enjoy the romantic image of sunset over Istanbul on this boat trip down the Bosphorus. Experience unforgettable views of the beautiful Turkish city in its best light. Sunset Cruise on the Bosphorus Set sail down the Bosphorus for a magical evening enjoying captivating views of this fascinating city. Throughout your cruise, see how the skyline of Istanbul is illuminated purple, orange and red in the light of the setting sun. Admire iconic monuments including the Maiden's Tower, originally built in 1110 on a tiny islet in the Bosphorus strait and shrouded by myths and legends; the Bosphorus Bridge, which connects the European and Asian sides of the city; and the majestic Baroque-style Ortakoy Mosque located on the waterside. To complete your experience of Istanbul at night, you'll also be served traditional refreshments during your cruise. Enjoy a cup of sweet, chilled sharbat, a typical Middle Eastern drink made of fruit or flower petals, accompanied by Turkish canapés.

Meeting points

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

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Dolmabahce Palace (Pass By)

    During the Ottoman period, naval captains would anchor their fleet here; traditional naval ceremonies were held in this natural harbor. Beginning of the 17th century by gradual filling the site became one of the royal gardens along the Bosphorus, thus the name "Dolmabahce," which means filled garden was invented or accepted.

  • Bosphorus Bridge (Pass By)

    The Bosphorus Bridge, known officially as the 15 July Martyrs Bridge and unofficially as the First Bridge, is one of the three suspension bridges spanning the Bosphorus strait in Istanbul, Turkey, thus connecting Europe and Asia. The bridge extends between Ortaköy and Beylerbeyi.

  • Rumeli Fortress (Pass By)

    The Castle at Rumeli The Rumeli Castle, or Fortress, on a 30000 square meter of land on the European side. It is directly across the Anatolian Castle of the Bosphorus. Rumeli Hisari At this point the Bosphorus is at its narrowest (600 meters) location. The castle was constructed to resemble from a distance the ancient letters spelling out Mohammed's name. The three large towers of the castle, the largest in the world was completed in 139 days. The castle has had many names over the years: "Kulle-i Cedide," "Yenice Castle," "The Castle that Cut the Bosphorus." The construction of the castle began on April 15, 1452. Its supervision was delegated to different pashas. Mehmet the Conqueror himself took over the side facing the se

  • Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge (Pass By)

    Rumeli Hisari At this point the Bosphorus is at its narrowest (600 meters) location. The castle was constructed to resemble from a distance the ancient letters spelling out Mohammed's name. The three large towers of the castle, the largest in the world was completed in 139 days. The castle has had many names over the years: "Kulle-i Cedide," "Yenice Castle," "The Castle that Cut the Bosphorus." The construction of the castle began on April 15, 1452. Its supervision was delegated to different pashas. Mehmet the Conqueror himself took over the side facing the se

  • Beylerbeyi Palace (Pass By)

    Beylerbeyi Palace Since Byzantine times, Beylerbeyi and its vicinity has been a settled area. According to the famous Swiss traveler Inciciyan, Constantine the Great erected a cross there, and the area was called the "Crucifix Gardens" in Byzantine times.

  • Kucuksu Pavilion (Pass By)

    Kucuksu Summer Palace Called the "Garden of Lamps" in Ottoman times, the royal garden at Kucuksu was much loved by Murat IV (1623-1640), who called it the "Silver Cypress." Beginning in the 17th century, particularly in the beginning of the 18th century, there was a great deal of construction here.

  • KIz Kulesi (Pass By)

    Maiden Tower The building of this tower dates as far back as the year 341 B.C. At the time, the headland on which the tower stands, called "Vus," was at the mouth of the Bosphorus (It was rumored to have once been a peninsula).

  • Galata Koprusu (Pass By)

    The Galata Bridge is a bridge that spans the Golden Horn in Istanbul, Turkey. From the end of the 19th century in particular, the bridge has featured in Turkish literature, theater, poetry and novels

  • Galata Tower (Pass By)

    Galata Tower The Galata Tower was constructed in 1384 on the highest point of the ramparts surrounding the Genoese colony, known as Galata. In the early times of the Ottomans, the tower was used by the Janissary corps.

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

September 13100% refund
September 14No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Showing 1-5 of 246 reviews with 5 stars

great value for money

Published on Jan, 2025

great value for money not crowded and the staff is attentive and caring. Th boat is luxurious and you get a lot of refreshments and snacks. 100% recommended

Great cruise

Published on Jan, 2025

Beautiful Bosphorous cruise. We saw most historic sites along the Bosphorous. Great guide and service. Weather was a bit chilly but overall very nice.

Well organized tour to see Bosphorus

Published on Jan, 2025

Very well organized tour with the very knowledgeable guide. You can see the sunset and most historical buildings, 2 main bridges and noth city parts.

A very memorable trip

Published on Dec, 2024

A very intimate cruise. Excellent staff and the tour leader / commentator was informative and amusing in his delivery. Very knowledgeable. Good nibbled and drinks. A very memorable trip.

Amazing sunset tour with great Turkish hospitality

Published on Dec, 2024

Awesome tour of the main sights along the Bosphorus Strait in a very comfortable boat with excellent commentary from our guide!

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