Bosphorus Sunset Cruise Istanbul

Featuring some of each destination’s must-see highlights, this trip is ready to book with the itinerary and services indicated. Please see full details below.

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Overview – Bosphorus Sunset Cruise Istanbul

Detailed Itinerary

Bosphorus Sunset Cruise of Istanbul
You’ll be picked up from your selected pier to board the beautiful Zoe Yacht.

Welcomed on board by your crew, sit back and relax in the lower lounge or upper flybridge deck for unbeatable sea views. Then you’ll set off along the Bosphorus shores, taking in the must-see highlights of both European and Asian Sides.

Starting on the European Rivieria you’ll glide by some of the most stunning waterfront architecture including the Ciragan and Dolmbahce Palaces, the elegant Ortakoy mosque, Bosphorus & Fetih Bridges, Rumeli & Anadolu Fortresses.

Later cross to the Asian side and return past beautiful yalis and historical Ottoman mansions, Beylerbeyi & Kucuksu Palaces with glorious views on the way towards Seraglio Point.

After a wonderfully relaxing time, disembark the yacht at a choice of selected piers or restaurants.

Route Map:

Click to see a map here of the typical route taken.

Restaurant Drop-off Points:

Alternatively we can drop you off at a nice waterfront Bosphorus restaurant at the end of this cruise, such as:
Sortie, Tuğra Restaurant, Delmare, Poseidon and Feriye Restaurants, Kabataş, Çırağan Palace, Four Seasons Bosphorus, Maiden’s Tower and other selected waterside restaurants – please ask.

You’ll experience:

• An evening Sunset Cruise along the Bosphorus, Europe & Asian shores
• Unique views of the most famous waterfront sites and Istanbul’s magnificent skyline
• Complimentary tea or coffee served on board
• Beverages/cocktails prepared with care and served on board from a bar with great service for alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (available for purchase on-board)
• A friendly captain and crew at your service
• Relaxing in your own private lounge and 360 degree flybridge
• A yacht for you and your chosen companions only, nobody else
• Great photo opportunities to capture beautiful sunsets, waterfront palaces, mosques and mansions and boats of all sizes

Pick Up Points:

• Kabatas or Kurucesme Piers: Choose either of these free yacht piers for pick up and drop off from on the European side, centrally located in Istanbul and close to transport links.
• Selected Bosphorus hotels, restaurants and piers – You’ll be picked up and dropped-off for free directly from selected piers of Bosphorus hotels and restaurants including Four Seasons Bosphorus, Ciragan Palace Kempinski, The Peninsula, Mandarin Oriental and more. Requires a guest stay at the hotel or valid restaurant reservation.
• More piers may be available with an additional fee or on request.
• For any other locations, please ask and we can advise the best way to collect you.

Capacity:

We can take up to 12 guests on Zoe Yacht.

(For larger groups we offer a range of different yachts – please email us).

Prices & Dates:

Awards & Testimonials:

TripAdvisor has awarded Byzas Tours the Certificate of Excellence with 5 stars. Please read what previous guests have said about us on their website or below.

I would recommend this experience to anyone looking for an exclusive and impressive way to discover the Bosphorus.
Alain.M., France

It was the most wonderful day. The service & boat were excellent. I would highly recommend. Many thanks,
Brian.H., Australia

The boat was amazing! The captain, crew and the service were really polite. For sure we will recommend your company to family and friends!
by D.A. Greece