Category Bosphorus Cruises

Istanbul · BOSPHORUS CRUISES

The 15 Best Bosphorus Cruises in Istanbul

118 reviewed

The strait is why half of Istanbul books a boat, and the cruises are not interchangeable. Best first, here is what separates them: a quick sightseeing hop past the waterfront palaces, a sunset sailing, or a full dinner cruise with music. Each entry gives the ticket price and how long you stay on the water.

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table - The yacht experience: mega Lüfer and what you’re really paying for

1.Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 62,058 reviews · 3 hours · from $28Our pick

Bosphorus dinner cruise on a mega yacht with a private table, 3-course meal, unlimited drinks, and live Turkish and flamenco shows.

“Absolutely amazing!!! So worth the money, mixed rage of ages, wish I dressed up abit for it, as felt underdressed, Atmosphere was great!!! Lovely staff. Definitely do it again xx”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show - The Boat Experience: Comfort, Service, and the Things You Notice

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide - What you actually get onboard (tea, Wi-Fi, restrooms, audio)

Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht

Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht - The Dolmabahçe and Çırağan palaces: opening act from the shoreline

4.Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,465 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $30Top rated

A 2.25-hour Bosphorus sunset yacht cruise from Kabataş with coffee, lemonade, snacks, and photo stops across both continents.

“We had a great time on this cruise. Definitely worth the money. The crew was very attentive to our needs, and provided all the things as advertised.”

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Istanbul: Perfume Making Workshop with Bosphorus View

Istanbul: Perfume Making Workshop with Bosphorus View - Tea, Conversation, and the International Feel

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide - The yacht experience: comfortable seating, sheltered decks, and real photo angles

6.Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,845 reviews · 2h 15m · from $19

Guided Bosphorus sunset cruise from Kabataş on a decorated yacht with live English commentary, canapés, fresh lemonade, and photo stops.

“Absolutely incredible experience! The views were breathtaking and provided the perfect backdrop for the day. A huge shoutout to the staff, who were professional, friendly, and went out of their way to make sure everyone was comfortable. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a relaxing day on the water!”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Snack

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Snack - Kabataş Port meeting point: keep it simple

7.Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Snack

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,716 reviews · 2 hours · from $8

Istanbul Bosphorus sunset cruise with an included audio guide and optional snacks, passing major sights between two continents for $8.

“The boat is big and very spacious. The staff is very friendly. This is a perfect cruise for day time of dinner or for sunset or even a lazy afternoon for the whole family. It’s very conveniently located. Please book directly from the site to avoid missing out the seats.”

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Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience: Visit the Asian Side

Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience: Visit the Asian Side - Getting aboard: Dolmabahçe start point plus hotel pickup (this is the part that saves you time)

8.Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience: Visit the Asian Side

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,251 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Guided 2.5-hour Bosphorus yacht cruise with snacks and Turkish coffee, plus a stop in Asian Kanlıca for yogurt.

“We had a wonderful time on the Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience. Everything from the booking process to the actual cruise was smooth and well organized. The yacht was very comfortable and gave us plenty of space to relax as a family. The views along the Bosphorus were breathtaking, and it was a great way to see both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul. The crew was professional and friendly, making sure we had drinks and snacks while pointing out key landmarks. My family and I really enjoyed the whole experience and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Istanbul.”

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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Experience: Istanbul’s Best

Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Experience: Istanbul’s Best - Getting on board fast: meeting point and the pickup advantage

Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner Show

Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner Show - What You’ll See After Dark: Dolmabahce to Maiden’s Tower

10.Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,181 reviews · 3 hours · from $41

Nighttime Bosphorus cruise with dinner and live dance show plus DJ set. Pass key sights between Europe and Asia for $41.

“It was amazing. So much fun. Food was really tasty. Staff was also very good and all of them were really friendly and helpful. I am definitely coming back next year with friends. This is a great way to spend an evening in Istanbul.”

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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Table

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Table - Bosphorus Night Views: Maiden’s Tower, Galata Tower, Ortaköy, and Bridges

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option - The 90-Minute Cruise That Actually Feels Like Enough

12.Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,973 reviews · 2 hours · from $6Best value

Istanbul Bosphorus cruise with sunset sailings at 4PM and 5PM, hourly departures, and a smartphone audio guide for great value.

“The cruise was amazing. i would highly recommend the tour for everyone who is spending some time in Istanbul. Take a light jacket, as it might be windy on the ship. The Staff were very nice and helpful. :)”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show - Hotel Pickup and Coach Ride: The Hidden Value

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise w/ Drinks & Entertainment

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise w/ Drinks & Entertainment - Dolmabahçe, Çırağan, and Ortaköy at night: what you actually see

Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise w/Audio Guide and Sunset Option

Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise w/Audio Guide and Sunset Option - What You Actually See in Two Hours on the Bosphorus

15.Bosphorus Cruise w/Audio Guide and Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 1,758 reviews · 2 hours · from $14

Cruise Istanbul’s Bosphorus and Golden Horn for about 2 hours, with an offline multilingual audio guide and sunset-friendly options.

“It's good trip with reasonable money. You need to be ontime on meeting point. Their is no sign outside Cafe Minared meeting point and if you get their bit early just speak to cafe guy and let them know you are here.”

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