Bosphorus Sunset Cruise Tour, Feel Special On A Luxury Yacht

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Duration:2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
Location: Istanbul, Turkey

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Bosphorus sunset cruise is a 2.15-hour guided cruise on the Bosphorus in a luxury yacht. Your guide will make you experience the history of iconic historical buildings on the European and Asian sides of the Bosphorus. If you are lucky you will see dolphins.

This is a 2.15-hour fairy tale in sunset yacht cruise where you can enjoy your traditional drinks and canapés meanwhile you can witness the most popular charms of Istanbul such as Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortakoy Mosque, Maiden’s Tower, Bosphorus Bridge, Rumelia Fortress, and many more.

You will feel like in the open-air museum when the night falls on the Istanbul skyline in this Bosphorus sunset.

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You will have the chance to see many palaces, mosques, towers, fortresses, and waterfront mansions on the Bosphorus sunset yacht tour. Historical sites you will see on the European shore of the Bosphorus; Galata Tower Dolmabahce Palace Ciragan Palace Ortakoy Mosque The Bosphorus Bridge Rumeli Fortress The Fatih Mehmet Bridge Galata Bridge Galata Port Historical sites you will see on the Asia shore of the Bosphorus; Kanlica Amcazade Huseyin Pasa Yali Anatolian Fortress Kucuksu Palace Kandilli The Kuleli Naval Station Cengelkoy Beylerbeyi Palace Maiden's Tower
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The Dolmabahce Palace, built by the Ottoman Sultan Abdülmecit in 1856 on the shore of the Bosphorus, is one of the most important landmarks of Istanbul with its magnificent view bearing traces of Western architecture.
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Ortaköy is one of Istanbul's favorite districts with its beautiful and colorful bazaar and lively atmosphere located in the triangle of the magnificent mosque, mosque, church and synagogue, situated under the European foot of the Bosphorus Bridge. Ortaköy is also one of the most popular meeting points of Istanbul residents with its popular nightclubs, bars, beautiful cafes and restaurants, and the pier square and kumpir shops.
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The oldest bridge built in Istanbul, it is a magnificent structure connecting the continents of Asia and Europe.
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Ortaköy is one of Istanbul's favorite districts with its beautiful and colorful bazaar and lively atmosphere located in the triangle of the magnificent mosque, mosque, church, and synagogue, situated under the European foot of the Bosphorus Bridge.
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It is claimed that the oldest known name of the district, which is thought to date back to the pre-Christian era as a small fishing village, is Hallai, a corrupted form of the word Skallai (piers) written in various ways (Challae, Chilai, Khile) in various sources.
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The Rumeli Fortress, which is a magnificent structure with its three big towers and city walls, is located opposite the Anadolu fortress at the point where the two shores of the Bosphorus are at the very closest point.
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Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge is the suspension bridge between Kavacık and Hisarüstü in Istanbul, connecting Asia and Europe for the second time after the Bosphorus Bridge.
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Anadoluhisarı was built between 1393 and 1394 on the commission of the Ottoman Sultan Bayezid I, as part of his preparations for a siege on the then-Byzantine city of Constantinople. Constructed on an area of 7,000 square metres (1.7 acres), the fortress is situated at the narrowmost point of the Bosporus, where the strait is a mere 660 meters (2,170 ft) wide.
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Kucuksu Pavilion (Küçüksu Kasrı) located in the area between Küçüksu and Göksu streams in the Bosphorus, dates back to the Byzantine period. Küçüksu was one of the sultan’s private gardens during the Ottoman period. It is known that Murad IV. (1623-1640) loved it and called it “Silver Cypress”.
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Beylerbeyi Palace, which has an impressive structure with its wooden carving and gold embroidery workmanship, is one of the most spectacular buildings in Istanbul.
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One of the most romantic symbols of Istanbul, the Maiden's Tower was restored in 2000 and started to serve as a restaurant. Üsküdar coastal boats reached the island in 5 minutes to offer marriage to the girl, became one of Istanbul's customs. There is no need to eat in the restaurant to visit the Maiden's Tower, you can only see the Maiden's Tower by paying the toll on the boat.
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The Galata Bridge is a bridge that spans the Golden Horn in Istanbul, Turkey. From the end of the 19th century in particular, the bridge has featured in Turkish literature, theater, poetry and novels. The current Galata Bridge is just the latest in a series of bridges linking Eminönü in the Fatih district and Karaköy in Beyoğlu since the early 19th century. The current bridge, the fifth on the same site, was built in 1994.
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The Haliç (also known as the Golden Horn) is the sea recess that separates the Istanbul (Historical peninsula) and Beyoğlu plateaus, at the entrance to the Bosphorus, at the southeast end of the Çatalca Peninsula, which covers the European side of Istanbul. The Arabic word estuary, which is the geomorphological name of the structure formed by the invasion of a part of the river bed reaching it by the sea, has become a special name since the Ottoman period, due to the importance of the Istanbul estuary for the city, and has become the name of a city region covering many districts.
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Built in 528, the building was built as a lighthouse, which dominated the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn, but was also used as a term dungeon. According to a legend; If the Romans, for the first time together, come to the Galata Tower, a man and a woman marry each other. But if one of the couples went to the Galata Tower before, it is believed that this amulet would be broken.

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Posted By : Shady56
HIGHLY RECOMMEND! These people are amazing, I sent my request at 12:00 am for same day yacht tour, they reached out to me before 9:00 am and sent the driver to hotel to pick us up before 11:00 am. All staff (driver, guide, yacht drivers,…) were very very nice and friendly.
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Posted On : 2024-07-09 12:30:51

Posted By : Peter_D
The tour shows the interesting landmarks on bot the European and Asian side. The yach is really nice, clean and the snacks were really good.
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Posted On : 2024-07-07 02:19:53

Posted By : Ellen_T
Meeting place a little hard to find from directions but once there all very well organised. Enjoyed the snacks - a lovely plate of nuts and biscuits, a tray of tasty fruits and to finish a slice of delicious baklava. A beautiful sunset, the timing of the trip was perfect. Very friendly hosts.
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Posted On : 2024-07-03 03:28:03

Posted By : Tourist23016023476
Amazing experience - staff were friendly and hospitable. The tour guide was knowledgeable and funny. The 2hr cruise was the right amount of time to see Istanbul from a different view. The boat was luxurious, spacious and comfortable. Thank you for an enjoyable experience.
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Posted On : 2024-06-08 17:46:32

Posted By : Avinaba_R
Our Bosporus cruise experience was marvellous. Our guide Tanir was exceptional. He explained all the spots we were passing by and also helped with clicking pictures. The food servings were also of good portions for snacks. The amount spent was worth it for the beautiful sunset we experienced!
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Posted On : 2024-05-19 01:26:37

Posted By : N649KEmelissak
Fantastic cruise and we're very happy with the whole process from reservation, the friendly reminder texts with directions, maps and meeting point info to payment and boarding was very efficient and professional . Great cruise with complimentary drinks, meze and tea !
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Posted On : 2023-07-31 10:21:11

Posted By : GhazanfarMirza
We had a great time, it was a good 2 hr long guided tour, the yacht was super clean and had good capacity, they served snacks, fruits lemonade and Arabian tea(Kahewa) I was with my family kids had a great time, the sunset was a great sight
There were guides who took us to the boat terminal and on the way back dropped us to the pickup location to our hotel as well.

I would recommend this if u r looking for 3 hour activity.
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Posted On : 2023-07-29 10:29:06

Posted By : James_R
The cruise was great and I’m glad I went. Although, I don’t understand the different prices for similar cruises. I paid $67 and thought “you get what you pay for.” However, the $33 and $45 cruises look the same now that I’ve been on a cruise. Next time, I will purchase the $33 cruise as I think it’s the same.
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Posted On : 2023-07-23 04:25:39

Posted By : Adriansuttonn
OMG, I can't even begin to describe how amazing the Bosphorus Sunset Cruise was! It was like stepping into a dream. The boat was super fancy, and I felt like a VIP the whole time. As we sailed along the Bosphorus, the sunset painted the sky with the most beautiful colors. I couldn't help but snap a million pictures. The snacks they served were so yummy, especially those little pastries. I gobbled them up like there was no tomorrow. And let's not forget the drinks! They kept my glass full the entire time. It was such a fun and unforgettable adventure. If you're in Istanbul, you gotta try this cruise. Trust me, you won't regret it!
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Posted On : 2023-06-20 18:19:43

Posted By : 28cecilyr
I had an unforgettable experience with Bosphorus Sunset Cruise, witnessing the enchanting sunset in Istanbul. Standing on the deck of a luxurious boat in the calm waters of the Bosphorus, it felt like being in a fairytale as I watched the sun slowly setting. The merging of colors brought together the city's historical landmarks and natural beauty, leaving me mesmerized. The delicious snacks and drinks provided during the tour added to the overall experience. This tour is a perfect choice to capture the unique atmosphere of Istanbul and create lifelong memories. Thanks to the Bosphorus Sunset Cruise team for creating such unforgettable moments.
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Posted On : 2023-06-19 08:41:47