Istanbul Sunset Bosphorus Cruise with Live Guide and Hotel Pickup
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Lunch Option to upgrade with Turkish lunch (if selected)
- Carbonated beverages Soda/Pop
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if selected)
- Rusian or English speaking guide
- Alcoholic beverages Available for purchase onboard
- Professional photo service
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the options “Tour +Lunch+ Hotel transfer” and “Tour + Drinks + Hotel Transfer”.
Hotel pickup is available from centrally located hotels in Sultanahmet, Taksim, Laleli, and Kabataş areas.Please be ready at your hotel lobby 15-45 minutes before pickup time.The exact pickup time will be confirmed after booking.If your hotel is outside the pickup zone, we will arrange the nearest convenient meeting point.Drop-off is provided at the same locations after the cruise.
For the options “Tour+Soft Drinks+Meeting” and “Tour+Lunch Menu+Meeting point”.
Beyoglu TR
Ömer Avni, Meclis-i Mebusan Cd. No:34, 34427 Beyoğlu, Ömer Avni, 34100 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Dolmabahce Palace (pass by)
Büyük Mecidiye Mosque (pass by)
Rumeli Fortress (pass by)
15 Temmuz Şehitler Köprüsü (pass by)
Ciragan Palace Kempinski (pass by)
Beylerbeyi Palace (pass by)
KIz Kulesi (pass by)
Galata Tower (pass by)
Kuleli Military High School (pass by)
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge (pass by)
Additional Info
- 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Istanbul Sunset Bosphorus Cruise with Live Guide and Hotel Pickup?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-5594897P7
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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).
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Lunch. Option to upgrade with Turkish lunch (if selected).
- Carbonated beverages. Soda/Pop.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if selected).
- Rusian or English speaking guide.
- Alcoholic beverages. Available for purchase onboard.
- Professional photo service.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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 Istanbul Sunset Bosphorus Cruise with Live Guide and Hotel Pickup is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Istanbul Sunset Bosphorus Cruise with Live Guide and Hotel Pickup 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
- LunchOption to upgrade with Turkish lunch (if selected)
- Carbonated beveragesSoda/Pop
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if selected)
- Rusian or English speaking guide
- Alcoholic beveragesAvailable for purchase onboard
- Professional photo service
Additional Info
- 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
