Bosphorus Yacht Cruise: Luxury Small-Group Exploratory Tour in Istanbul

Embark on a luxury small-group yacht cruise in Istanbul to explore the Bosphorus. Discover the wonders of Europe and Asia while enjoying the elegance and tranquility of the beautiful city.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Bosphorus Strait - The Bosphorus is a narrow strait located in Istanbul, Turkey, that connects the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara. It separates the European side of Istanbul from its Asian side and is an important waterway for international maritime trade. The Bosphorus is approximately 31 kilometers (19 miles) long and varies in width from about 700 meters (2,300 feet) to 3,700 meters (12,100 feet).

The Bosphorus has significant historical and cultural importance, as it has been a strategic location for many civilizations throughout history. It has witnessed the rise and fall of empires, including the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. The strait is dotted with numerous landmarks, such as the iconic Maiden’s Tower (Kız Kulesi) and the Dolmabahçe Palace.

What's Included
  • Free pick up service Old City and Taksim area
  • Drop off service to Taksim or Sultanahmet Squares
  • Savory pastry
  • Small sandwiches
  • Fresh seasonal fruit platter
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Turkish coffee served with Turkish delight
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic Beverages
Additional Information

Enjoy a tranquil, enlightening, and entertaining journey through the Bosphorus with the sophistication that it demands.

Indulge in a lavish experience on this 2.5-hour yacht voyage down the Bosphorus. It’s a small group journey crafted for those desiring a break from the fast-paced lifestyle of urban cities. Istanbul is a stunning city with its own unique aspects. This Bosphorus voyage provides you with an alternate outlook on Istanbul. From the comfort of a luxury yacht, you get to admire the captivating metropolis on this renowned excursion.

Embark on this magnificent trip between Europe and Asia across the picturesque Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul. As you traverse this alluring waterway that splits Europe and Asia, you will witness the marvels of both the East and West, accompanied by a multilingual guide. Make a stopover on the Asian side and experience Kanlica, a timeless district that stands as one of Istanbul’s most charming areas.

Location
Kabataş
Meeting Point: KABATAS TRANSFER CENTER (opposite of Kabatas Tram Station) Please follow the sign KABATAS - PRINCES' ISLANDS LINE We will be holding our company board, VELENA TRAVEL We kindly request our guests to show up at the meeting point 15 minutes before the cruise departure time.
Cancellation Policy

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

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701natashas
Jul 21, 2024
Bosphorus tour - Lovely tour, very informative, with useful bits of history and culture. A efficient way to see different parts of Istanbul. The guide was great.
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Happiness30258802704
Jul 21, 2024
A must do - Sergar was awesome. We learned so much about the Turkish history. Definitely recommend if you are in Istanbul. Turkish tea, coffee and snacks included.
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Cruiser52679173479
Jul 21, 2024
Really beautiful boat - Really nice boat, good tour information, comfortable trip. We really enjoyed the part of the Bosphorus that we got to see.
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Fellowtraveler286769
Jul 21, 2024
Great tour! - A beautiful your in a luxurious boat with expert commentary. Very nice snacks too! We would thoroughly recommend it to anyone.
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Jacobtc8717qv
Jul 16, 2024
Amazing way to see the breadth of Istanbul - Lovely! Small enough cruise to feel spacious on the boat. The tour guide was very nice and super informative, providing us with lots of little anecdotes. The cruise gave complementary snacks, tea, and Turkish coffee. Would definitely recommend!
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Ryannt5324qa
Jul 16, 2024
Bosphorus tour - It was an amazing trip. Definitely recommended it. Velena tours was a great choice, guide was knowledgeable and humorous.
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Romaphile33
Jul 11, 2024
Highly recommended - The service offered by this company was really exceptional from start to finish. They picked us up from our hotel in a beautiful modern and clean van. The boat was very spacious and comfortable. The commentary was informative and funny as well. The cruise was the right length of time and took in some wonderful sites. Highly recommended.
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Jerryjerry100
Jul 9, 2024
Best Boat Tour on the Bosphorus - this was an amazing tour by Yacht to discover the Bosphorus. My son and I had a great time, the tour operators were very kind, friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend it
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Beanina2004
Jun 27, 2024
Wonderful experience! Very reccomended - The tour was overall amazing! The view was spectacular and so was the boat. The guide was really funny and told us a lot of interesting facts about Turkey.
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Lexiepalasciano
Jun 27, 2024
LOVED our cruise - LOVED our tour on the Bosphorus! The staff was excellent and we loved the commentary throughout the ride. We had snacks throughout the cruise and even stopped by a local yogurt shop on the Asia stopover. Would highly recommend!
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