Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise by Luxury Yacht with Asian Stop
Overview
Sail along the legendary Bosphorus and witness Istanbul from a perspective few experiences can match. With a professional multilingual guide, uncover the stories, landmarks, and hidden details of a city that bridges two continents.
This is a small-group cruise on a luxury yacht, offering a refined and relaxed atmosphere with plenty of space to enjoy the journey in comfort.
Step onto the Asian side in Beylerbeyi or Kanlıca and take a short break in a quiet seaside district, where you can experience authentic local life away from the crowds.
As you cruise, admire Istanbul’s most iconic sights, including Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, and Maiden’s Tower, along with the stylish waterfront areas of Ortakoy and Bebek. Glide beneath the Bosphorus bridges and pass the historic Rumeli Fortress.
Over 2.5 hours, enjoy panoramic views, fresh sea air, and engaging storytelling—creating a truly memorable Istanbul experience.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Turkish Coffee
- Snacks Some snacks, cookies, mini sandwiches, fruits, hot and soft drinks as complimentaries.
- Hotel Transfer (if option selected)
- Savory pastries freshly baked and served onboard
- Authentic Turkish coffee served with traditional Turkish delight
- Services of a professional, English-speaking tour guide
- Hotel transfers (unless the transfer option is selected)
- Food and beverages (unless otherwise specified)
Meeting Location
Ömer Avni
Meclis-i Mebusan Cd. No:34, 34427 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Bosphorus Strait
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Dolmabahce Palace (pass by)
Rumeli Fortress (pass by)
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge (pass by)
Beylerbeyi
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Kuleli Sahil (pass by)
Kuzguncuk Sahili (pass by)
Uskudar (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Our cruise includes a live English-speaking tour guide. We also offer a complimentary audio guide in Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, German, Russian, and Turkish. Guests wishing to use the audio guide should bring their own smartphone or tablet and headphones.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise by Luxury Yacht with Asian Stop?
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Activity code: C-257959P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tea and coffee. Turkish Coffee.
- Snacks. Some snacks, cookies, mini sandwiches, fruits, hot and soft drinks as complimentaries.
- Hotel Transfer (if option selected).
- Savory pastries freshly baked and served onboard.
- Authentic Turkish coffee served with traditional Turkish delight.
- Services of a professional, English-speaking tour guide.
- Hotel transfers (unless the transfer option is selected).
- Food and beverages (unless otherwise specified).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise by Luxury Yacht with Asian Stop is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise by Luxury Yacht with Asian Stop will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeTurkish Coffee
- SnacksSome snacks, cookies, mini sandwiches, fruits, hot and soft drinks as complimentaries.
- Hotel Transfer (if option selected)
- Savory pastries freshly baked and served onboard
- Authentic Turkish coffee served with traditional Turkish delight
- Services of a professional, English-speaking tour guide
- Hotel transfers (unless the transfer option is selected)
- Food and beverages (unless otherwise specified)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Our cruise includes a live English-speaking tour guide. We also offer a complimentary audio guide in Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, German, Russian, and Turkish. Guests wishing to use the audio guide should bring their own smartphone or tablet and headphones.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
