Half-Day Bosphorus Cruise to Black Sea from Istanbul with Lunch

4.0 (190 reviews) Istanbul, Turkey
Duration5h
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

Take a leisurely afternoon cruise along Istanbul’s Bosphorus Strait, enjoy lunch at the Black Sea region, and visit the Black Sea, too! After savoring delights such as Turkish meze and grilled chicken meat or Fish. Cruise from Eminönü port along the Bosphorus Strait, passing Galata Tower, Bosphorus Bridge, and more. Pass into the Black Sea's open waters, and stop at Anadolu Kavağı to walk up to Yaros Castle. There is a great scenery view up from the castle, or explore the medieval ruins of Anadolu Kavağı before returning to Istanbul.

What's included

  • Local guide
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic Beverages

What to expect

  1. Rumeli Fortress
    Pass by
    Rumeli fortress was built during 15th century by the order of Mehmed II as a part of the plan to siege Constantinople.
  2. Kucuksu Pavilion
    Pass by
    A small palace from 19th Century used as a hunting lodge to Sultans.
  3. Dolmabahce Palace
    Pass by
    The palace of the 19th century Ottoman Empire.
  4. Pass by
    Second palace of the Ottoman Empire from 19th century.
  5. KIz Kulesi
    Pass by
    Ancient tower subjected to many legends. Eastern Romans used the tower as a lighthouse and for the taxation of the ships.
  6. Beylerbeyi Palace
    Pass by
    Summer palace of the Ottoman Empire From 19th Century.
  7. Bosphorus Strait
    Pass by
    The bosphorus strait of İstanbul.Only waterway from Blacksea to Sea of Marmara.Natural border between Europe and Asia.
  8. Bosphorus Bridge
    Pass by
    Bosphorus suspension bridge from 1970's. Link between two continents .
  9. Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
    Pass by
    Second suspension bridge of İstanbul from 1980's .
  10. Anadolu Kavagi
    30m
    A beautiful fishing village of İstanbul where our guests will have a break before swimming.
  11. Yavuz Sultan Selim Koprusu
    40m
    Swimming break at a bay near the bridge.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In front of Sultanahmet tram station

End point

In front of Sultanahmet tram station

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Swimsuit and towels recommended

Cancellation policy

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

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