Bosphorus Cruise Boat Tour in Istanbul

Duration1h - 2h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesHindi, German, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, Malay, Greek, English, Italian, French, Hungarian, Spanish, Arabic, Ukrainian, Japanese, Persian, Chinese, Polish, Urdu, Romanian, Dutch, Turkish, Serbian

Group sizeUp to 250 travelers

Overview

Discover the beauty of Istanbul on a relaxing Bosphorus Cruise Tour and enjoy spectacular views from the water as you sail between Europe and Asia. Admire the city's famous skyline, historic palaces, waterfront mansions, mosques, and iconic Bosphorus bridges throughout the journey.

Choose the cruise option that suits your schedule:

• 1-Hour Bosphorus Cruise
A short sightseeing cruise reaching the First Bosphorus Bridge before returning.

• 2-Hour Bosphorus Cruise
A complete Bosphorus sightseeing experience covering both the European and Asian shores of Istanbul. The cruise includes approximately 1 hour along the European side up to the Second Bosphorus Bridge and 1 hour returning along the Asian side.

Enjoy panoramic views of Istanbul's most famous landmarks and capture memorable photos during your cruise. Whether you are visiting Istanbul for the first time or returning to explore the city again, this experience offers a peaceful and unforgettable way to see the Bosphorus.

Options

1-Hour Bosphorus Sightseeing

1-Hour Bosphorus Sightseeing: Short cruise to the First Bosphorus Bridge and back. Ideal for limited time, with the same onboard services but fewer sights.

2-Hour Bosphorus Sightseeing

2-Hour Bosphorus Sightseeing: 2-hour Bosphorus cruise: 1 hour along the European side to the Second Bridge, 1 hour returning via the Asian shore.

What's included

WiFi on board
Unlimited Free Turkish Tea & Nescafe!
Restroom on board
AUDIO Tour Guide in 30 languages

Personal Expenses
Tips

What to expect

Bosphorus Strait
Pass by

During your tour, you will have the chance to explore both the European and Asian sides of the Bosphorus for an hour each. You'll pass by several historical attractions and view them from a distance along the way. To enrich your experience, our knowledgeable guide will explain the significance of these landmarks. Below is a list of the attractions you will see during the tour:
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Ciragan Palace
- Ortakoy Mosque
- Bosphorus Bridge
- Rumeli Fortress
- Beylerbeyi Palace
- Hagia Sophia
- Topkapi Palace
- Galata Tower.
Dolmabahce Palace
Pass by

Dolmabahçe Palace is located in the Beşiktaş district of Istanbul, Turkey, on the European coast of the Bosporus Strait.
Pass by

Çırağan Palace, a former Ottoman palace, is now a five-star hotel in the Kempinski Hotels chain. It is located on the European shore of the Bosporus, between Beşiktaş and Ortaköy in Istanbul, Turkey.
Buyuk Mecidiye Camii
Pass by

Ortaköy Mosque, formally the Büyük Mecidiye Camii in Beşiktaş, Istanbul, Turkey, is a mosque situated at the waterside of the Ortaköy pier square, one of the most popular locations on the Bosphorus.
Rumeli Fortress
Pass by

Rumelihisarı or Boğazkesen Fortress is a medieval Ottoman fortress located in Istanbul, Turkey, on a series of hills on the European banks of the Bosphorus.
Bosphorus Bridge
Pass by

The Bosphorus Bridge, known officially as the 15 July Martyrs Bridge and colloquially as the First Bridge, is the oldest and southernmost of the three suspension bridges spanning the Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul, Turkey, thus connecting Europe and Asia. The bridge extends between Ortaköy (in Europe) and Beylerbeyi (in Asia).
Beylerbeyi Palace
Pass by

The Beylerbeyi Palace is located in the Beylerbeyi neighborhood of Üsküdar district in Istanbul, Turkey, on the Asian side of the Bosphorus. An imperial Ottoman summer residence built between 1861 and 1865, it is now situated immediately north of the first Bosphorus Bridge.
KIz Kulesi
Pass by

There is a 5-minute slowdown on the sea route near the Magnificent Maiden's Tower. Take this opportunity to admire the stunning sunset view and snap countless photos and selfies around this iconic attraction.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

*Please check in at our office next to the pier.
*Arrive 15 minutes early for a smooth start.
*After check-in, we'll guide you to the boat.
*Need help? Contact us on WhatsApp anytime.
*Please ensure the address matches on Google Maps. Be cautious of Google ads when clicking the location.

End point

*Please check in at our office next to the pier.
*Arrive 15 minutes early for a smooth start.
*After check-in, we'll guide you to the boat.
*Need help? Contact us on WhatsApp anytime.
*Please ensure the address matches on Google Maps. Be cautious of Google ads when clicking the location.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
To use the audio guide, you need your own headphones and a fully charged smartphone to access the audio guide website. If you don’t have these items, you can listen to the live guide, but language options may be limited.
In addition to the languages listed on this website, our audio guide system also supports the following languages: Bulgarian, Azerbaijani, Uzbek, Indonesian, Bosnian, Georgian, and Macedonian. All these languages are available in our system.

Cancellation policy

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

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