Best Bosphorus Cruises
Find the best Bosphorus cruise packages in Istanbul, from a peaceful morning ride to a private evening yacht.
Choose your Bosphorus cruise
From a 150 min morning cruise to a 3 hours dinner with live show — scheduled cruises run daily, and the private yacht is arranged on request.
Best sellerDinner Cruise
3 hours · Turkish night show
- 4-course dinner with Turkish meze
- Unlimited soft drinks
- Free pick-up from central hotels
Dinner Cruise with Drinks
3 hours · Turkish night show
- 4-course dinner with Turkish meze
- With unlimited drinks
- Reserved table
Luxury yachtMorning Cruise
Departure 10:30 · Kabataş · 150 min
- Snacks & savoury pastries
- Tea & Turkish coffee
- Reserve now & pay later
Guided Bosphorus Tour
10:00 / 14:00 / 18:00 · Eminönü · 2 hours
- Guide commentary in Arabic, English, French and Russian
- Complimentary Turkish tea and Nescafé
- Free pick-up from central location hotels
Bosphorus Sunset Tour
Departure 18:00 · Eminönü · 2 hours
- Expert guide commentary in Arabic, English, French and Russian
- Free Turkish tea and Nescafé on board
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Sultanahmet, Aksaray, Nişantaşı and Taksim
Golden hourLuxury Sunset Cruise
Departure 17:30 · Kabataş · 150 min
- Snacks and savory pastry
- Hot and soft drinks
- Free pick-up from Taksim and Sultanahmet hotels
Your own yacht on the Bosphorus
Birthdays, proposals or a family dinner — the whole yacht is yours on the Private Dinner Cruise, with the route and the menu you choose. Larger charters and corporate events are quoted individually.
Every Bosphorus cruise, side by side
Scheduled cruises run daily and are priced per person. The private yacht is billed hourly, with the menu charged separately.
| Cruise | Departure | Duration | Start point | Food & drinks | Hotel pick-up | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dinner Cruise with Drinks | 20:30 | 3 hours | Kabataş | 4-course dinner with Turkish meze, unlimited drinks, live show | Free pick-up from central hotels | € 50 / person |
| Dinner Cruise | 20:30 | 3 hours | Kabataş | 4-course dinner with Turkish meze, Unlimited soft drinks, live show | Free pick-up from central hotels | € 40 / person |
| Morning Cruise | 10:30 | 150 min | Kabataş | Snacks and savory pastry, Hot and soft drinks, Turkish coffee served with Turkish delight, Reserved seating on a yacht | Free pick-up from central location hotels | € 50 / person |
| Guided Bosphorus Tour | 10:00 / 14:00 / 18:00 | 2 hours | Eminönü | Guide commentary in Arabic, English, French and Russian, Complimentary Turkish tea and Nescafé, Free WiFi on board | Free pick-up from central location hotels | € 25 / person |
| Afternoon Tour | 14:00 | 2 hours | Eminönü | Guide commentary in Arabic, English, French and Russian, Complimentary Turkish tea and Nescafé, Free WiFi on board | Free pick-up from Sultanahmet-Aksaray and Taksim-Beyoğlu at 13:00 | € 25 / person |
| Bosphorus Sunset Tour | 18:00 | 2 hours | Eminönü | Expert guide commentary in Arabic, English, French and Russian, Free Turkish tea and Nescafé on board, Free WiFi on the boat | Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Sultanahmet, Aksaray, Nişantaşı and Taksim | € 25 / person |
| Luxury Sunset Cruise | 17:30 | 150 min | Kabataş | Snacks and savory pastry, Hot and soft drinks, Turkish coffee served with Turkish delight | Free pick-up from Taksim and Sultanahmet hotels | € 60 / person |
Per-person prices are for all seven scheduled cruises above, including the guided and luxury sunset cruises. The private yacht charter is priced per hour for the whole boat, and its fish or meat menu is billed separately, per person.
Watch a Bosphorus cruise in action
Two real cruises, filmed on board — an evening dinner cruise with live entertainment, and a golden-hour sunset sail.
Dinner cruise, live on board
The dinner cruise ship lit up for its evening sail, with live entertainment and a 4-course dinner with Turkish meze.
Reserve the dinner cruise →Sunset over the Bosphorus
Golden-hour views past the Maiden's Tower on the Bosphorus Sunset Tour.
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Dinner Cruises
Live entertainment and a 4-course dinner with Turkish meze on the Bosphorus, every evening.
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Guided Sunset Tour
Golden-hour views with tea, coffee and a guide, from Eminönü.
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Morning Cruises
A calm 150 min sail with snacks and Turkish coffee. Free pick-up from central location hotels.
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Guided Cruises
An expert guide in four languages, three departures a day from Eminönü.
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Luxury Sunset Cruise
A luxury yacht at golden hour from Kabataş, with snacks and Turkish coffee. Free pick-up from Taksim and Sultanahmet hotels.
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Elite Yacht Cruises
Charter the whole yacht for birthdays, proposals or a company night out.
Explore →Why choose IstanbulOnBoat.com
We've been showing visitors the Bosphorus for 8+ years, in English, Arabic, French and Russian — with fair, transparent pricing on every package.
Experience
We've been showing tourists the magic of the Bosphorus for a long time. We know all the best places and times for a great cruise.
Variety
Six cruise types to choose from — a short morning trip, a guided sightseeing tour, or a long evening with dinner and a show.
Quality
Our boats are comfortable and well-maintained. Your safety and enjoyment are our top priorities.
Easy travel
Hotel pick-up terms differ by cruise. The guided sunset tour: Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Sultanahmet, Aksaray, Nişantaşı and Taksim.
Fair prices
Reserve now and pay later on most scheduled cruises — clear per-person pricing, with no hidden fees.
Frequently asked questions
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Ask on WhatsAppWhat kinds of Bosphorus cruises can I do?
Morning, afternoon, guided, dinner and sunset cruises all run on the Bosphorus, including a guided sunset tour and a luxury sunset cruise on a private-style yacht. See the comparison table above for departure times and prices.
What can I expect on a Bosphorus dinner cruise?
The dinner cruise runs 3 hours from Kabataş with live Turkish entertainment, a 4-course dinner with Turkish meze, and Free pick-up from central hotels.
How is a private Bosphorus cruise different?
A private cruise means the whole yacht is yours. The Private Dinner Cruise is priced from €150 per hour with a 2-hour minimum and a route and menu you choose; larger charters and corporate events are quoted individually.
Why should I choose a guided Bosphorus sightseeing tour?
A guide in your language points out landmarks along the way — Ortaköy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, Maiden's Tower and more. See the full Bosphorus sightseeing guide.
How long do the cruises last?
The afternoon, guided and guided sunset cruises run 2 hours. The dinner cruise runs 3 hours. The morning and luxury sunset cruises run 150 min. The private yacht is booked by the hour, with a 2-hour minimum.
Are meals provided on a private Bosphorus dinner cruise?
Yes — a fish or meat menu with seasonal salads and Turkish mezze is available from €50 per person, in addition to the hourly yacht rate.
What should I pack for a Bosphorus cruise?
Comfy clothes, a light jacket, sunscreen, a camera and your essentials — evenings on the water can be cooler than the city.
Do I have to pay online?
No — reserve now and pay later on board for most scheduled cruises. Transfer and payment details are confirmed with you directly for the private yacht.
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