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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide
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4.8647027 out of 5 stars
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4.8647027 out of 5 stars
1833 reviews

Witness the sun setting over Istanbul's most iconic landmarks on a guided yacht cruise. Snack on canapés and homemade lemonade and tea as you sail past Dolmabahce Palace and Rumeli Fortress.

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Duration 135 minutes
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Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Husein – United Kingdom

Kind, Helpful and well informed guide and staff. Trip exceeded expectations 👏🏻

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Anne – United Kingdom

Incredible experience! Great value for money and a wonderful evening. Not too crowded either.

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Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    İskele Yolu No:30

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    Dolmabahce Palace

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

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    Ciragan Palace

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

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    Ortaköy Mosque

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

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    Bosphorus Bridge

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

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    Arnavutköy

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

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    Bebek Neighborhood

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

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    Rumeli Hisari

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

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    Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

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    Anatolian Fortress

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

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    Küçüksu Palace

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

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    Beylerbeyi Palace

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

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    Maiden's Tower

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Sunset, Scenic views on the way (15 minutes)

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    Topkapi Palace

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

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    Galata Bridge

    Guided tour, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

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    Galata Tower

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

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    Galataport Istanbul

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    İskele Yolu No:30

Main sites passed

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • See the highlights like 19th-century Dolmabahce Palace, imposing Rumeli Fortres
  • Enjoy the magnificent sunset cruise between two continents
  • End up your day with a relaxing cruise

Full description

The Sunset cruise starts from Kabatas Pier with a nice, decorated luxury yacht, sail up to second bridge of the Bosphorus from European part of Bosphorus Strait. While you are having your drinks with snacks enjoy the panoramic views that you wouldn’t see otherwise, and access excellent photo opportunities of Dolmabahce Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, the Rumeli Fortress, and many more local landmarks.

After reaching to second bridge sail up from opposite direction to the Asian part of Bosphorus Strait. Watch the views of wooden houses and have information about all beautiful spots of Bosphorus by our legendary guide. You are now at Maidens Tower in the middle of the sea one of the best iconic point of Marmara Sea. With this beautiful tower you will have the opportunity of shooting some pictures of sunset on Bosphorus.

Get ready to glide through the depths of history in the Bosphorus, the most beautiful place in Istanbul. You will forget all the tiredness of the day with the friendly service we will give you on our boat, which is one of the most beautiful yachts of the Bosphorus.

Get your cameras ready while you get interesting information about history from our experienced and friendly guide. Because you will want to take a picture of all the beauties of the Bosphorus.

We will end up our Sunset Cruise with some picture opportunity of old city at Kabatas pier where we start.

Includes

  • A pleasant tour accompanied by an experienced guide
  • Complimentary drinks, homemade lemonade with fresh mint, tea and coffee
  • Luxury yacht decorated with passengers' comfort in mind
  • Delicious canapés and snacks served aboard
  • Daily prepared fresh season fruits plate
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Hotel Transfers
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Tips

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users
  • People with vertigo
  • People prone to seasickness
  • People with motion sickness

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of Kabatas Pier (Kabatas Vapur Iskelesi), The meeting point is right opposite Kabatas Tram Station. Your guide will be holding a board with ''Golden City Tours'' written on it. Guests are recommended to use the tram instead of taxis to avoid traffic jams. When you cross the light, turn right and walk 50 meters, you will see Kabataş square on your left. Look for the ''M'' metro sign, we will be near the elevator, waiting for you.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothes

Know before you go

  • The cruise is weather-dependent and might be rescheduled or canceled
  • The yacht has indoors and covers, we are safe from the rain
  • The boarding station is Kabatas which is easily reachable by tram from the city center
  • This is not a private cruise
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Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 1833 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5

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Husein – United KingdomJune 11, 2025 – Verified booking
Kind, Helpful and well informed guide and staff. Trip exceeded expectations 👏🏻
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Anne – United KingdomJune 10, 2025 – Verified booking
Incredible experience! Great value for money and a wonderful evening. Not too crowded either.
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sageesh – United KingdomJune 10, 2025 – Verified booking
“ Light Dances, The Bosphorus glows “ Must do activity in Istanbul A stunning and peaceful way to see Istanbul from the water. The yacht was comfortable, the goldern city tour staff were friendly, and the views during sunset were absolutely breathtaking. Watching the city lights come alive as the sun set over the Bosphorus was magical. Highly recommended! with goldern city tours 🌅🚤

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Activity provider:Golden City Tours
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