Discover Istanbul From the Bosphorus
Three signature cruise experiences — Dinner, Sunset and Day — each carefully crafted to showcase Istanbul's skyline, palaces and landmarks from the water. Pick the moment of day that suits your mood and sail with the city's most trusted cruise operator.
Dinner Cruise
Sail the illuminated Bosphorus after dark with a full Turkish dinner, unlimited drinks options and live entertainment — belly dance, folk shows and DJ performances on board.
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Sunset Cruise
Catch the softest light of the day as Istanbul's silhouette turns amber and rose. A relaxed 2-hour sail with drinks, snacks and the Bosphorus Bridge framed against the sunset.
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Day Cruise
A daylight journey between Europe and Asia. See the Maiden's Tower, Dolmabahçe Palace, Bosphorus Bridge and Rumeli Fortress clearly from the water — great for families and first-time visitors.
Explore Day CruiseWhat Makes Every Bosphorus Cruise Special
Regardless of the cruise you choose, these five ingredients come standard — a curated route, licensed vessels, English-speaking guidance and friendly crew.
Iconic Landmarks Along the Route
Every cruise passes the most photographed palaces, bridges, mosques and fortresses of Istanbul. Here is the shortlist of what to keep your camera ready for.
Best Time to Cruise the Bosphorus
Istanbul sails year-round, but each season has its own character. Use this quick guide to pick the time that matches the atmosphere you want.
Mild temperatures, Judas trees blooming pink along the shores and the clearest skies of the year for photography.
Peak season. Warm evenings are perfect for dinner cruises, while daytime sails enjoy refreshing sea breezes on the open deck.
Golden light on the palaces, fewer crowds and some of the most spectacular sunsets of the year over the Bosphorus.
Cozy indoor lounges, festive decorations and dramatic misty mornings. Great value with the lowest occupancy of the year.
Included in Every Cruise
A clear breakdown of what you get on the boat and what sits outside the cruise ticket — so there are no surprises after you've set sail.
What's Included
- Return cruise along the full Bosphorus route
- Licensed vessel with certified captain and crew
- English-speaking guidance and onboard host
- Comfortable indoor and open-deck seating
- Photo stops for landmarks and bridges
- All taxes, port fees and service charges
Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (available on request)
- Personal spending and gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks on day/sunset cruises (optional upgrade)
- Private decoration packages
- Third-party attraction tickets
Main Departure Piers
Two central piers serve our cruises — both are minutes away from Istanbul's main tram lines and hotel districts. Your confirmation email specifies the exact meeting point.
Kabataş Pier
European shore departure point, a short walk from Dolmabahçe Palace and directly connected to the T1 tram line from Sultanahmet.
Eminönü Pier
Historic Old City pier right next to the Galata Bridge and Spice Bazaar. Ideal if you're staying in Sultanahmet or Sirkeci.
How to Book Your Cruise
From choosing the right time of day to boarding the boat — here is how simple the process really is.
Pick Your Experience
Choose between Dinner, Sunset or Day cruise based on the mood and time of day that fits your plan.
Select Date & Guests
Pick an available date and the number of people. Our calendar updates in real time so you only see live slots.
Confirm & Pay Securely
Complete your booking with secure online payment. You'll receive instant confirmation via email with the pier location.
Arrive & Board
Meet our hostess 15 minutes before departure at the pier. Show your confirmation, step aboard and enjoy the Bosphorus.
Beyond the Scheduled Cruises
Looking to celebrate something unique? We operate private yachts and event boats for intimate occasions and larger gatherings alike.
Marry over the Bosphorus with bespoke decoration, live music and a full dining package.
Surprise the birthday guest with a private yacht, custom cake and DJ on board.
Team dinners, investor gatherings and brand launches with AV setup and catering.
Anniversaries, proposals and reunions — choose your route, menu and music.
Real Stories From the Deck
Thousands of travellers have cruised with us. Here are a few of their words after stepping off the boat.
The dinner cruise was the highlight of our Istanbul trip. The food was excellent, the belly dance show incredible, and seeing the city lit up from the water felt magical.
Sunset over the Bosphorus is something you have to experience. The crew was warm, the boat comfortable, and the photos we took are still our favourites from the whole vacation.
Perfect for our family with kids. The day cruise gave us a clear view of every landmark with an English host who explained everything. Booking online was super easy too.
Common Questions About Our Cruises
Everything travellers ask us before their Bosphorus cruise — gathered in one place.
