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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide

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Istanbul, Turkey
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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Along a 2.5 hour evening sunset cruise, enjoy unique views, comfort and a relaxing environment on board with very luxury yacht istanbul.

Aboard the glass-encased luxury boat, enjoy the Istanbul’s main attractions at dusk, including the Maiden’s Tower, Dolmabahce Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Ortakoy Mosque Bosphorus Bridge and much more…

Savor a delicious traditional Turkish drink such as poppy (DEMIRHINDI SERBETI) as you cruise the strait and delight in the magic of Istanbul’s urban shoreline as night falls.

What's Included

  • Cookies with delicious baklava
  • Luxury yacht decorated with passengers' comfort in mind
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Hotel Pick - Up / Drop Off
  • Alcoholic Beverages (optional)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Arap Cami
Makaracılar Cd. No:5, 34421, 34421 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye

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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.
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KIz Kulesi (pass by)

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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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).
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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.
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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.
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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).
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (9)

Q: Will I get seasick on Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide?

A: 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. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.78 out of 5 stars based on 187 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Cookies with delicious baklava
  • Luxury yacht decorated with passengers' comfort in mind
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Complimentary drinks (homemade lemonade in summer and fresh fruit juice in winter), tea and coffee
  • Daily prepared fresh season fruits plate
  • Delicious canapés and snacks served aboard
  • This insightful tour is guided and commentated by an experienced host
  • Hotel Pick - Up / Drop Off
  • Alcoholic Beverages (optional)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers

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