If you're looking for a unique way to explore Istanbul's historical sites, our 3-hour Cruise Tour is an ideal option. The stunning views of Bosphorus offer a fresh perspective even if you're familiar with the city. This tour is especially recommended for those new to Istanbul, as it lets you see all the must-see places while experiencing the city's evening ambiance.
One of the tour highlights is capturing unforgettable memories with your loved ones by taking unique photos of the Bosphorus. Our Bosphorus and golden horn Cruise tour ensures you'll get high-quality photos you'll cherish forever.
This Bosphorus tour lasts 3 hours, beginning with an hour visit to the Golden Horn before moving on to a two-hour tour of the Bosphorus on both the Asian and European sides.
Our tour is perfect if you're keen to watch Istanbul from the Bosphorus. However, we recommend booking in advance since our tours are pretty popular.
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N/A (Pass By)
As you embark on your tour, you'll begin with the 1-Hour GoldenHorn experience. Along the way, you'll catch glimpses of some of the most iconic tourist destinations from a distance, while our knowledgeable guide provides insightful explanations of each location.
Bosphorus Strait (Pass By)
We will continue the tour by bypassing the European side of the Bosphorus for an hour, followed by an hour on the Asian side. Throughout the trip, you can view the most historical tourist attractions from a distance as our knowledgeable guide provides detailed explanations of each location.
KIz Kulesi (Pass By)
There's a slight delay of 10 minutes on the sea route leading to Maiden's Tower. You can utilize this time to capture the scenic sunset view near this iconic tower and click numerous photographs and selfies to your heart's content.
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Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Free Cancellation
June 18100% refund
June 19No refund
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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411
4 stars
35
3 stars
11
2 stars
9
1 star
13
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Great budget experience
Published on Jan, 2025
They ask you to write a review. It was nice, a very big boat for a small amount of people. The staff were nice. Great budget experience!
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Published on Jan, 2025
it was a good experience to travel aroumd Istanbul via a crusie boat. the service is good. i really enjoy it............
Great overview of Bosphorus
Published on Jan, 2025
Good experience to view the Golden Horn, Bosphorus (Europe and Asia) side and the Maiden Tower. Highly recommended!!!
Helpful crew, clear explanation, free hot beverages
Published on Jan, 2025
Crew are so nice, comfortable cabin, and free flowing hot tea or coffee during cold weather. Guide explained in few languanges. Although the weather was not ideal during out visit, the crew still put maximum effort to ensure we got good experience.
Wonderful Sunny day on the Bosphorus
Published on Jan, 2025
Booked It online, almost It missed it...wonderful Sunny day, took the 3 hours Cruise, so the sum of the First hour on the Golden Horn, and the other 2 hours on the Bosphorus.
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