Bosphorus Cruise on Luxury Yacht with Guide & Asian Side Stop
Overview
Step aboard for an unforgettable Bosphorus cruise, where the beauty of Europe and Asia unfolds before your eyes. Accompanied by a professional multilingual guide, discover Istanbul’s rich past and vibrant present from the calm of the water.
This is a small-group cruise on a luxury yacht, offering a serene, spacious, and high-end alternative to busy public boats.
Pause on the Asian side in Beylerbeyi or Kanlıca and enjoy a short visit to a charming seaside district, where you can experience a more authentic and relaxed side of Istanbul.
Along the way, admire iconic landmarks such as Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, and Maiden’s Tower, as well as the elegant waterfront neighborhoods of Ortakoy and Bebek. Sail beneath the Bosphorus bridges and pass the impressive Rumeli Fortress.
During this 2.5-hour journey, relax, take stunning photos, and enjoy engaging storytelling—creating lasting memories of Istanbul.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Snacks Some snacks, cookies, fruits, hot and soft drinks as complimentaries.
- Bottled water
- Hotel transfer (if option selected)
- WiFi on board
- Guiding
- Hotel transfers (unless the transfer option is selected)
- Food and beverages (unless specified in the inclusions)
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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Dolmabahce Palace (pass by)
Bosphorus Bridge (pass by)
Suada Club (pass by)
Rumeli Fortress (pass by)
Beylerbeyi
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Kucuksu Pavilion (pass by)
Kuleli Sahil (pass by)
KIz Kulesi (pass by)
İstanbul (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Important note: We serve alcoholic beverages for the guest 18+ years old.
- 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 Bosphorus Cruise on Luxury Yacht with Guide & Asian Side Stop?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-458101P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours 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. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Snacks. Some snacks, cookies, fruits, hot and soft drinks as complimentaries.
- Bottled water.
- Hotel transfer (if option selected).
- WiFi on board.
- Guiding.
- Hotel transfers (unless the transfer option is selected).
- Food and beverages (unless specified in the inclusions).
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 Bosphorus Cruise on Luxury Yacht with Guide & Asian Side Stop is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Important note: We serve alcoholic beverages for the guest 18+ years old.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Bosphorus Cruise on Luxury Yacht with Guide & Asian Side Stop will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. 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 coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- SnacksSome snacks, cookies, fruits, hot and soft drinks as complimentaries.
- Bottled water
- Hotel transfer (if option selected)
- WiFi on board
- Guiding
- Hotel transfers (unless the transfer option is selected)
- Food and beverages (unless specified in the inclusions)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Important note: We serve alcoholic beverages for the guest 18+ years old.
- 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
