Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise by Luxury Yacht with Asian Stop

Duration2h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 30 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Sail along the legendary Bosphorus and witness Istanbul from a perspective few experiences can match. With a professional multilingual guide, uncover the stories, landmarks, and hidden details of a city that bridges two continents.

This is a small-group cruise on a luxury yacht, offering a refined and relaxed atmosphere with plenty of space to enjoy the journey in comfort.

Step onto the Asian side in Beylerbeyi or Kanlıca and take a short break in a quiet seaside district, where you can experience authentic local life away from the crowds.

As you cruise, admire Istanbul’s most iconic sights, including Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, and Maiden’s Tower, along with the stylish waterfront areas of Ortakoy and Bebek. Glide beneath the Bosphorus bridges and pass the historic Rumeli Fortress.

Over 2.5 hours, enjoy panoramic views, fresh sea air, and engaging storytelling—creating a truly memorable Istanbul experience.

Options

Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Cruise – Stopover in Asian Side

With Hotel Transfer

Hotel Transfer Included

What's included

Services of a professional, English-speaking tour guide
Turkish Coffee
Hotel Transfer (if option selected)
Savory pastries freshly baked and served onboard
Authentic Turkish coffee served with traditional Turkish delight
Some snacks, cookies, mini sandwiches, fruits, hot and soft drinks as complimentaries.

Hotel transfers (unless the transfer option is selected)
Food and beverages (unless otherwise specified)

What to expect

Bosphorus Strait
2h

Set sail on this epic journey between Europe and Asia on Istanbul's beautiful Bosphorus Strait. Along your ride, you will see wonders of both East and West sailing through this lovely waterway separating Europe and Asia, accompanied by a multilingual guide. Stopover on the Asian side and explore Kanlica, which stands in defiance of time, is one of the most beautiful districts in Istanbul.
Dolmabahce Palace
Pass by

Second Empire Palace of Ottoman which has built in 19th Century.
Besiktas
Pass by

The largest town of Bosphorus on European Side.
Ortakoy
Pass by

One of the most viewed district of Bosphorus under Bosphorus Bridge.
Bosphorus Bridge
Pass by

The first bridge which connects two continents in the World.
Bebek Sahili
Pass by

Most popular entertainment area of Bosphorus.
Rumeli Fortress
Pass by

The greatest and oldest moniment of Bosphorus which has built in 1452 to conquer Istanbul.
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
Pass by

The Second bridge of Bosphorus which has built in 1988.
Beylerbeyi
20m

Enjoy a relaxing stop in either Beylerbeyi or Kanlıca, where you can step ashore on the Asian side, stroll along the waterfront, explore charming streets, and soak in the peaceful, authentic atmosphere of Istanbul away from the crowds. You can also visit the beautiful gardens of Beylerbeyi Palace.
Kucuksu Pavilion
Pass by

The hunting Pavillion of Ottoman Sultan.
Pass by

Çırağan Palace, the summer palace of Ottomans.
Kuleli Sahil
Pass by

Kuleli Military Academy, which is one of the greatest place on Bosphorus, built in 19th Century for modernisation of Ottoman Army.
Kuzguncuk Sahili
Pass by

Most popular town of Asian Side of Bosphorus with TV shows acting.
Uskudar
Pass by

The biggest district of Bosphorus in Asian Side and one of the most important public transportation connection center.

Meeting and pickup

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.

Pickup details

The operator company contacts guests on the day before to confirm the pick up point and time if option selected.

Additional information

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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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