Istanbul Sunset Bosphorus Cruise with Live Guide and Hotel Pickup

Istanbul’s landmarks are easier to take in from the water: this shared sunset cruise sails between Europe and Asia with live commentary in English or Russian. Pass the Dolmabahce Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Bosphorus Bridge, and other waterfront sights, with a freshly prepared Turkish lunch option and hotel transfers available. Choose sightseeing, add lunch, or arrange transfers for a relaxed way to see the strait.

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   Dolmabahce Palace

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   Sail past the stunning 19th-century palace that once served as the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire. Its waterfront façade is one of the Bosphorus’ most impressive sights.

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   Stop 2

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   Admire this elegant mosque located right on the water’s edge, famous for its beautiful architecture and picture-perfect setting beneath the Bosphorus Bridge.

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   Rumeli Fortress

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   View the massive medieval stronghold built by Sultan Mehmed II before the conquest of Constantinople, standing proudly on the European side of the strait.

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   Stop 4

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   Cruise under the first bridge that connects Europe and Asia, an iconic symbol of modern Istanbul.

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   Stop 5

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   A former Ottoman palace, now a luxury hotel, showcasing elegant 19th-century architecture.

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   Beylerbeyi Palace

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   Summer residence of Ottoman sultans, admired for its marble design and scenic location.

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   KIz Kulesi

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   Spot this legendary tower on a small islet, surrounded by centuries-old myths and offering one of Istanbul’s most romantic silhouettes.

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   Galata Tower

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   One of Istanbul’s oldest landmarks rising above the skyline near the Golden Horn.

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   Stop 9

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   Historic Ottoman-era building with striking architecture on the Asian shoreline.

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    Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge

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    Another impressive suspension bridge connecting the two continents, further north along the strait.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

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