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- Sail about the waters of the Bosphorus Strait and brace yourself for some sights you’ll savor.
- Take in waterfront palaces, mansions, and mosques, other than Istanbul’s stunning skyline.
- An expert tour guide will offer live commentary along the way.
- Nibble on canapés, sip on your welcome drink and unwind after a long day of sightseeing.
- Don’t forget to pull out your camera as the sunset paints the evening sky with vibrant colors.
- The start time of this cruise varies seasonally. Head to the checkout page for more details.
- Click here to view the route map.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise with Audio Guide
- Escape the city traffic and set sail on this 90-minute boat ride that shows you the best sights along the Bosphorus Strait.
- At the pier, a Marine Officer will meet and greet you and give you an overview of the things you will be seeing.
- You will also be given a handy map of the Bosphorus to help you identify the best spots along the way and an informative audio guide that is available in 9 languages.
- Glance over at Istanbul’s most beautiful attractions including Topkapi Palace, Golden Horn, Ortaköy Mosque.
- Take photographs as you pass under the legendary Bosphorus Bridge that connects Europe and Asia.
- To get to your location, make your way to Dentur Avrasya Kabataş. This is located across tram line no 1 and the funicular. Come to the wooden house behind the red petrol station. Look for the Istanbul Welcome Card ticket window.
Tips & Information
- The audio guide is available in English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Arabic and Chinese.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
2 Hour Golden Horn and Bosphorus Boat Tour
- Set sail on this 2-hour boat tour that takes you along the Bosphorus.
- The cruise departs daily at 12:30 PM and 4 PM.
- Get panoramic views of the Bosphorous, the waterway that separates the East from the West.
- Cruise along one of the largest natural harbors in the world, the Golden Horn.
- Pass by key Istanbul attractions like Ciragan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque and the legendary Hagia Sophia Museum.
- The onboard expert English-speaking guide will tell you interesting quips, facts, and legends about the sights you see.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on the Asian Side (Morning or Afternoon)
- Hop on a comfortable boat and experience tranquility at its finest on the calm waters of the Bosphorus Trait.
- This cruise boasts some great views, across Istanbul’s European and Asian sides.
- Check out the Galata Tower, Dolmabahçe & Çırağan Palace, and the Ortaköy Mosque at its European side.
- Notice the Beylerbeyi Palace, Anatolian Fortress, and Turkey's oldest military school at its Asian side.
- Make a quick photo stop at Küçüksu Palace, fortress of Rumelihisarı, or the Maiden’s Tower.
- Tour the beautiful palace of Küçüksu that has been open to the public as a museum since 1944.
- Click here to view the route map.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Istanbul Day Tour: Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar, Cruise & More
- For first-timers in Istanbul on a time crunch, this full-day guided tour is ideal.
- Enjoy fast-track entry into all the old town’s sights, including Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, and the Blue Mosque.
- Listen intently to your tour guide who will fill you in on details about the visited attractions
- Take a short lunch break at a lovely local restaurant .
- End your trip on a high note by hopping aboard a luxury yacht for a sunset cruise.
- Channel through the waters and notice the Dolmabahçe palace, the Çamlıca Mosque, and Maiden's Tower pass along the route.
- Savor snacks like baklava and fresh seasonal fruits along with soft drinks on the yacht.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.