Sightseeing Cruises

2-Hour Boat Tour in Bosphorus

Skip the city traffic and enjoy a laid-back 2-hour boat ride to see the best of Istanbul’s attractions

Cruise along the 32-kilometer stretch of the Bosphorus Strait that separates Europe and Asia

Take Insta-worthy photographs at the Golden Horn and the legendary Bosphorus Bridge

See the Dolmabahce Palace, Rumeli Fortress and Topkapi Palace

Get historical insights about the sights you see with the help of the expert guide onboard

Expert English-speaking guide

Tickets to the 120-minute boat tour

Hotel transfers

Food and beverages

Headphones

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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A relaxing 2-hour cruise along the Bosphorus is the perfect way to take in Istanbul’s many magnificent palaces, castles, mosques and bridges, all while beating the city traffic! Start off by meeting your expert English-speaking guide walking down to the pier to begin your tour. Float along the Bosphorous waterway and get superb views of the city including the Dolmabahce Palace, the Topkapi Palace, and the stunning 15th-century Rumeli Fortress. Take photographs at the Golden Horn, the freshwater estuary that separates the old and new parts of the city. Your guide will tell you interesting tidbits about the history and culture of Istanbul as you pass by these sights.

Important Information

Meet your Istanbul Welcome Card Tour Guide at the Topkapi Cafe/Meeting Pub OUTSIDE Topkapi Palace, across the Carpet Museum.

No printout required! Just show your mobile voucher with a valid photo ID to your guide.

If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid student IDs.

Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

Meet your Istanbul Welcome Card Tour Guide at the "Topkapi Cafe / Meeting Pub" outside Topkapi Palace, across the Carpet Museum.

Please note that this is a no-traffic area and you can not come by taxi here.
Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

The nearest tram stop is Sultanahmet, which is a 7-minute walk to the Grand Boat Line news kiosk.

Tram #L1 will get you here.

Validity

Your ticket is valid for the specific date and time selected during the purchase.

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