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The 15 Best Bosphorus Cruises in Istanbul

38 tours  ·  from $6 a head

The same strait costs a few dollars on a public boat and sixty with a floor show. The 15 below sort the sightseeing sailings, the sunset yachts and the dinner cruises by fare, duration and what you actually see from the deck.

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table - Boarding, transfers, and the first practical decisions
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

1.Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 62,058 reviews · 3 hours · from $28Our pick

Review of Istanbul’s Bosphorus dinner cruise, with yacht views, Turkish shows, a three-course meal, drinks, seating tips, and practical advice.

“It was an amazing experience. we really enjoyed it .all cultural programmes are really good. food is amazing and their service also really impressed which include serving food pick up and drop off. friendly people .”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show - Boarding, pickup, and the first hour
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

2.Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 12,954 reviews · 3 hours · from $28

Review of Istanbul’s $28 Bosphorus dinner cruise, with Turkish dances, dinner, drinks, night views, pickup tips, and honest drawbacks.

“An unforgettable evening on the Bosphorus! From the moment we stepped on board, everything was perfectly organized and welcoming. The staff were friendly, professional, and always attentive without being intrusive. The dinner was delicious, well presented, and offered a great variety to suit different tastes, with fresh ingredients and generous portions. As we sailed between Europe and Asia, the views were absolutely stunning: illuminated palaces, bridges, and the unique skyline of Istanbul created a magical atmosphere. The live shows and music added great energy and truly reflected Turkish culture, making the night entertaining and authentic. The cruise was smooth, comfortable, and well pac...”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide - Starting at Eminönü Beside Galata Bridge
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide

Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht - Meeting at Kabataş Square
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Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht

4.Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,465 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $30Top rated

Review of Istanbul’s 2-hour sunset yacht cruise, with Bosphorus landmarks, snacks, drinks, practical tips, value, and honest drawbacks.

“Spectacular, great views, great guide, great service. Our server Dilara was wonderful. The knowledge provided by our tour guide was phenomenal. Great tour and not crowded. Don’t miss out”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide - Why the Yacht Matters on a Sunset Cruise
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Snack - Arriving at Kabataş beside Dolmabahçe Palace
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Snack

6.Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Snack

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,716 reviews · 2 hours · from $8

Review of Istanbul’s $8 Bosphorus sunset cruise, with landmark views, audio guide, snacks, drinks, meeting point, and practical tips.

“Awesome activity. now some details - they allowed us to come next day, as we reached late on our scheduled date, with the same ticket. i have seen videos saying ferry can replace cruise, but certainly not. snaks are drinks are also good and totally value for money”

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Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience: Visit the Asian Side - European-side sights from the water
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Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience: Visit the Asian Side

7.Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience: Visit the Asian Side

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,251 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Review of Istanbul’s 2.5-hour Bosphorus yacht cruise, with Asian-side Kanlıca stop, hotel pickup, snacks, guides, and practical tips.

“We had a wonderful time on the Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience. Everything from the booking process to the actual cruise was smooth and well organized. The yacht was very comfortable and gave us plenty of space to relax as a family. The views along the Bosphorus were breathtaking, and it was a great way to see both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul. The crew was professional and friendly, making sure we had drinks and snacks while pointing out key landmarks. My family and I really enjoyed the whole experience and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Istanbul.”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner Show - Starting at Kabatas or Taking Hotel Pickup
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner Show

8.Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,181 reviews · 3 hours · from $41

Review of Istanbul’s Bosphorus dinner cruise, with Turkish dances, city views, dinner, drinks, DJ music, price, and practical tips.

“The cruise was nice, fun and enjoyable. The show performances were enjoyable to watch. Overall good experience though the meet up point communication could be better. Nice one , thank you guys! :)”

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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Experience: Istanbul’s Best - The first stretch: palaces and waterfront neighborhoods
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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Experience: Istanbul’s Best

9.Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Experience: Istanbul’s Best

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,181 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Review the Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Experience, with palace views, Turkish snacks, guide commentary, hotel pickup, and practical booking tips.

“This Yacht cruise on the Bosphorus in Istanbul was one of the highlights of our week. The yacht was beautiful and accommodating. The staff was incredible with excellent information shared from the tour guide throughout the experience. There were good snacks provided along with water and juice and the opportunity to purchase wine and other drinks. The small group was great. We were blessed with beautiful weather and a gorgeous sunset. It was all fabulous.”

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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Table - Turkish appetizers, grilled mains, and realistic food expectations
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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Table

10.Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Table

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,021 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $30

Review of Istanbul’s Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish food, live dance shows, night views, optional hotel pickup, and practical booking tips.

“The tour was a great way to spend the evening and experience some local culture. The food was outstanding with generous portions and selections. The entertainment was varied and lively. The pickup/drop off at our hotel was a huge bonus considering Istanbul traffic. Sadly, it was winter and got dark early and we couldn’t see anything on shore during daylight, but the lights were beautiful.”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option - The First Views: Istanbul’s Skyline from the Water
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show - Starting at Kabataş beside Dolmabahçe Palace
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise w/ Drinks & Entertainment - Boarding the Yacht AMOR
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise w/ Drinks & Entertainment

Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise w/Audio Guide and Sunset Option - Finding the yellow umbrella near Hagia Sophia
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise w/Audio Guide and Sunset Option

Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on the Asian Side - (Morning or Afternoon) - A yacht ride with room to relax
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Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on the Asian Side – (Morning or Afternoon)

15.Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on the Asian Side – (Morning or Afternoon)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,657 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Cruise Istanbul’s Bosphorus, pause in Kanlıca for yogurt and coffee, and enjoy snacks, commentary, Wi-Fi, and hotel pickup.

“Great tour. The guide was knowledgeable, the staff were friendly, the boat ride was great, they even gave out drinks, blankets, and snacks. Highly recommend.”

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