Sightseeing Cruises

Bosphorus & Golden Horn Sunset Yacht Cruise with English-Speaking Guide

Guide explaining sights during Bosphorus & Golden Horn sunset yacht cruise.

Bosphorus sunset view with Maiden's Tower and seagulls, Istanbul.

Dolmabahçe Palace along the Bosphorus with the Bosphorus Bridge in the background.

Ortaköy Mosque and Bosphorus Bridge at sunset during a yacht cruise in Istanbul.

Duration

2 hr

Free cancellation

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Guided tour

Embark on a sunset yacht cruise on Bosphorus & Golden Horn, enriched with historic tales from a guide, local flavors, and captivating views. Operator: Bosphorus Cruise Tours

Bosphorus and Golden Horn during sunset is a sight not to be forgotten. Experience it for yourself with this 2-hour guided cruise.

Historical palaces, towers, and bridges abound on the journey, including the European-style Dolmabahçe Palace and the beautiful Ortaköy Mosque.

Love some good anecdotes with views? The guide will regale you with legends behind the Maiden’s Tower and other iconic landmarks.

A delightful selection of snacks, fruits, Turkish coffee, and soft drinks is included to make your sunset experience even more memorable.

Fun Fact: The iconic Bosphorus Bridge you'll cruise under is not just a feat of modern engineering but is also a link between Europe and Asia.

2-hour Bosphorus sunset cruise

English-speaking guide

Snacks and fruits

Tea, Turkish coffee, lemonade, water

Alcoholic drinks

Tips

TOTAL DURATION2 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERYacht
1 Boarding point
Omer Avni
Get direction
Sights covered
Blue Mosque
Topkapi Palace
Leander Tower
Galata Tower
Dolmabahce Palace
Ciragan Palace
Ortakoy Mosque

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Damaris
Sep 2025
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4/5
It was a nice experience and service was great but it didn't go by the golden horn just by the Bosphorus. If you're going to book it and you like photography just be sure they are going to the golden horn as must the best views are by there
Bing
Sep 2025
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5/5
What a memorable cruise over our honeymoon. Our guide was phenomenal and we had an amazing time!
Ka
Sep 2025
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5/5
Sunset was beautiful! We had a great cruise trip with your company.
Manuel
Oct 2025
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5/5
Sanjeev
Oct 2025
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5/5

An Istanbul twilight voyage

Experience the perfect blend of Istanbul’s historical and natural gems on this cruise. Your journey begins at the Kabataş Pier as you board a comfortable yacht. The 2-hour cruise takes you past many symbols of the city’s heritage. Keep an eye out for the Dolmabahçe Palace, once the heart of the Ottoman Empire, and the Maiden's Tower, shrouded in legends of an emperor’s love for his daughter.

Turkish treats and sunset spectacle

As the sun sets, the cityscape gets painted in hues of copper, blue and red, creating perfect moments for photography. The beautiful view is even more enhanced by a spread of Turkish refreshments along with lemonade, tea, and coffee. End your day with a deeper appreciation of Istanbul’s culture and beauty, and head home with priceless memories.

What to bring

It is recommended to dress comfortably and bring a jacket as evenings can get quite chilly.

Accessibility

This cruise is not suitable for wheelchair users.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your departure to avoid any delays.

Boarding Point

Board your cruise at Dentur Avrasya Kabataş - Üsküdar İskelesi.

Address: Ömer Avni, Dentur Üsküdar Kabataş Hattı, 34427 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye.

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