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Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snack and Refreshment

Istanbul, Turkeyby Tourmania

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 35 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

The Sunset cruise starts from Kabatas Pier with a nice, decorated luxury yacht, sail up to second bridge of the Bosphorus from European part of Bosphorus Strait. While you are having your drinks with snacks enjoy the panoramic views that you wouldn’t see otherwise, and access excellent photo opportunities of Dolmabahce Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, the Rumeli Fortress, and many more local landmarks. After reaching to second bridge sail up from opposite direction to the Asian part of Bosphorus Strait. Watch the views of wooden houses and have information about all beautiful spots of Bosphorus by our legendary guide. You are now at Maidens Tower in the middle of the sea one of the best iconic point of Marmara Sea. Get your cameras ready while you get interesting information about history from our experienced and friendly guide. Because you will want to take a picture of all the beauties of the Bosphorus.

What's included

  • Tea, water, and coffee
  • Homemade mini snacks
  • Fresh seasonal fruits
  • 2-Hour Bosphorus cruise on a luxury yacht
  • Mixed nuts
  • Local Guide
  • Transfer
  • Tips (optional)
  • Alcoholic drinks (optional)

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Dolmabahce Palace

    Pass by

    Dolmabahçe Palace is a palace-museum located in İstanbul. The palace was built in the 19th century during the period of Sultan Abdulmecid. After the foundation of Republic, it was used as a Presidential Residence until 1949. The palace was open to diplomatic meetings until 1984 when it became a museum.

  2. 2

    Ortakoy

    Pass by

    Seen from the Bosphorus cruise, the Bosphorus coastline on the European side resembles a string of villages, each with their own individual character and attractions, and indeed that’s just what it was. Located between down-to-earth Beşiktaş and chichi Kuruçeşme, Ortakoy does what its name suggests and positions itself somewhere in the middle (orta köy means ‘middle village’ in Turkish).

  3. 3

    Bosphorus Bridge

    Pass by

    The Bosphorus Bridge is one of two bridges that spans the Bosphorus Strait, connecting the European and Asian sides of Istanbul. It stretches from Ortakoy on the European side to Beylerbeyi on the Asian side and is sometimes referred to as the First Bosphorus Bridge.

  4. 4

    Bebek Park

    Pass by

    At the time when ’Hallai’, where the oldest known name of the Baby, whose history goes back to pre-Christian period, is sometimes written in different sources (Challae, Chilai, Khile) and gelen Skallia gelen on the piers, is right there.

  5. 5

    Bosphorus Strait

    Pass by

    Get more out of your time in Istanbul by going on a sunset evening cruise on the Bosphorus strait.

  6. 6

    Rumeli Fortress

    Pass by

    Rumeli Castle (Rumeli Hisarı) is an Ottoman fortress dating to 1452. It was built by Ottoman sultan Mehmed II (Mehmed the Conqueror) in preparation of the conquest of Constantinople. The castle is situated on the shore of the Bosphorus Strait at its narrowest point with approximately 660 meters.

  7. 7

    Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge

    Pass by

    Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge is a suspension bridge between Kavacık and Hisarüstü in Istanbul, connecting Asia and Europe for the second time after the Bosphorus Bridge.

  8. 8

    Kanlica Meydani

    Pass by

    Kanlica is a famous district of Beykoz district of Istanbul. It is located between Anadoluhisarı and Çubuklu. It is on the northern side of the foot of the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge on the Anatolian side.

  9. 9

    Anadolu Hisari Fort

    Pass by

    The Fortress of Rumeli Fortress, located on the European shore of the Bosphorus and in the northernmost district of Istanbul, is a striking monument.

  10. 10

    Kucuksu Pavilion

    Pass by

    The palace was commissioned by Sultan Abd-ul-Mejid I (1823–1861), and designed by the architectsGarabet Amira Balyan and his son Nigoğayos Balyan in the neo-baroque style. Completed in 1857, the structure took the place of a two storey timber palace built during the reign of Mahmud I (1696–1754) by his Grand Vizier Divittar Mehmed Pasha, then successively used by Selim III (1761–1808) and Mahmud II (1785–1839).

  11. 11

    Beylerbeyi Palace

    Pass by

    Described by some as a miniature Dolmabahce Palace but without the crowds, the Beylerbeyi Sarayı (Beylerbeyi Palace) was commissioned by Sultan Abdülaziz to act as an imperial summer residence. With 24 rooms, 6 halls, and a hamam, it would have been quite the summer home, and was also used to entertain visiting dignitaries.

  12. 12

    KIz Kulesi

    Pass by

    t literally means "Maiden's Tower" in Turkish. The name comes from a legend: the Byzantine emperor heard a prophecy telling him that his beloved daughter would die at the age of 18 by a snake. So he decided to put her in this tower built on a rock on the Bosphorus isolated from the land thus no snake could kill her.

  13. 13

    Galata Tower

    Pass by

    The Romanesque style tower was built as Christea Turris (Tower of Christ) in 1348 during an expansion of the Genoese colony in Constantinople. Galata Tower was the tallest building in Istanbul at 219.5 ft (66.9 m) when it was built in 1348.

Meeting and pickup

The meeting point is directly across from Kabatas Tram Station. Simply cross the traffic lights, and you'll find us in front of Kabatas Vapur Iskelesi. Our guide will hold a sign with Tourmania logo.

End point

The meeting point is directly across from Kabatas Tram Station. Simply cross the traffic lights, and you'll find us in front of Kabatas Vapur Iskelesi. Our guide will hold a sign with Tourmania logo.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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