Daylight discovery
Waterfront architecture, two shores and a relaxed sightseeing pace.
Between two continents
Bosphorus Cruise
Two continents.
One unforgettable view.
Discover Istanbul’s waterfront palaces, bridges and neighbourhoods from the water.
Explore the possibilities ↓- Two shores
- Daylight or sunset
- A plan around you
- Details confirmed
Istanbul, from a different angle
The city unfolds along the water.
From grand waterfront palaces to quieter bays, discover the Bosphorus at your own pace. Tell us your preferred date and style, and we’ll help shape the details.
- Waterfront landmarks
- Time for photographs
- Your preferred style
Bosphorus by day
Begin with breakfast. Stay for lunch.
Waterfront views, a licensed guide and a meal on board. Choose the part of the day that suits you.
10:00 — 13:00 · About 3 hours
Bosphorus Breakfast Cruise
Morning sea air, breakfast on board and stories from Istanbul’s two shores. Discover the Bosphorus with a licensed guide.
Explore the cruise
13:00 — 16:00 · About 3 hours
Bosphorus Lunch Cruise
Lunch on board, a journey between two continents and Istanbul’s stories from a licensed guide. See the city from the water.
Explore the cruiseChoose your perspective
Three ways to meet the Bosphorus.
Golden-hour cruise
Share your preferred date for a cruise around the evening light.
Private Bosphorus escape
Ask for a boat and programme shaped around your own group.
Our team confirms availability, the route and inclusions for each preference.
Along the waterfront
Istanbul, one landmark at a time.
Dolmabahçe Palace
An iconic waterfront palace.
Ortaköy Mosque
A much-loved Bosphorus view.
Bosphorus bridges
Connecting two continents.
Waterfront mansions
Elegant homes along the shore.
Views and sailing order vary with your programme and conditions. Shore visits and entry tickets are not implied.
A little sea air. A different view.
View gallery →Your cruise, made clear.
Route & duration
Confirm the sailing plan and time on board.
Boarding & transfers
Agree the pier, meeting time and any transfer needs.
Food & drinks
Share your preferences and check your proposal’s inclusions.
Before you set sail.
Here are some common questions about our Bosphorus cruises.
Where do we board?
The meeting point and check-in time are shared with your confirmed programme. Tell us where you are staying if you would like to discuss a transfer.
How long is the cruise?
Duration depends on the chosen programme and boat. Our team shares the route and time on board in your proposal before you book.
Can we choose a private boat?
Select Private Bosphorus escape and share your group size and preferences. We will discuss a suitable boat and availability for your date.
Are food and transfers included?
Inclusions depend on the proposal. Refreshments and transfers are optional requests; our team confirms any arrangements and charges.
Can we visit the palaces or go ashore?
The highlights shown here are views from the water. A shore stop or entrance ticket is included only when it is explicitly agreed in your programme.
See Istanbul from the water