Other Information for Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with Live Guide on Luxurious Yacht
Enjoy breathtaking views of the World-famous Bosphorus sights with a live guide on a luxury yacht.
Overview of Bosphorus Sunset Cruise
See the Bosphorus by dusk and enjoy the stunning Istanbul landmarks as the sun sets and the city lights come to life.
There is no better way to experience Istanbul than from the water. Come on board a luxurious yacht and experience an intimate and relaxed 2.5-hour cruise that showcases the best of Istanbul by dusk. With maximum passenger numbers of 35, you will enjoy 360º uninterrupted views of the most beautiful Bosphorus Strait and cityscape in the world. With indoor and outdoor areas for viewing the Bosphorus's beauty, watch as the sun sets and the city reveals its lights. Enjoy a grazing, delicious snacks, cookies, Turkish Baklava, fresh seasonal fruits platter and some soft drinks of home-made lemonade, tea, coffee, etc.., and spend time cruising and relaxing between the two continents Europe and Asia, as you Sea the Istanbul sights on a luxurious yacht!
Bosphorus Sunset Cruise is perfect to bring along the whole family, friends, and visiting guests, to enjoy breathtaking views of Istanbul and its stunning strait that divides the city into two continents like Europe and Asia, which is the only city standing on two continents in the world!
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Bosphorus Sunset Cruise Highlights
- An intimate evening out on the Bosphorus Strait with maximum passenger numbers of 35
- Capture the amazing views of the sun setting and watch the city lights come to life
- Knowledgeable and friendly tour guide throughout Bosphorus Sunset cruise telling about the history of Istanbul and interesting stories of the people living in the seaside mansions along the Bosphorus.
- Convenient departure location - Kabatas, easy access from every corner of Istanbul.
- Light refreshments provided - Snacks, cookies, delicious baklava, fresh seasonal fruits, homemade lemonade, tea, and coffee.
- Perfect for couples, families, friends, and visiting guests
- A charming experience on the Bosphorus - an amazing way to see a beautiful Istanbul sunset!
What's Included in Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
- A relaxed 2.5 hour (approx) Bosphorus Sunset cruise aboard a beautiful, spacious 25 meter luxury yacht with an experienced captain and knowledgeable and friendly crew.
- Professional and licensed tour guide who has been working for Bosphorus Tour Istanbul longer than 10 years.
- An intimate yacht tour with maximum passenger numbers of 35
- Two ways hotel transfers from centrally located hotels
- Light snacks, delicious cookies, and baklava + seasonal fruits platter + soft beverages.
What to bring on Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
- A warm jacket in the cooler months
- Camera
Bosphorus Sunset Cruise Details
- Scheduled tours run for a relaxed 2.5 hour (approx) every day all year round and depart from * Kabatas Pier (next to the Kabatas Tram Station and only 200 meters away from Dolmabahce Palace)
- Boarding from this location requires a small step from the wharf to the vessel. The crew can assist as required.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Light snacks, cookies, delicious Turkish baklava, fresh seasonal fruits platter, homemade lemonade in summer months and fresh fruit juice in winter months, tea and coffee
- 2.5-Hour Bosphorus cruise on a 25 meters luxury yacht
What's not Included
- Alcoholic Drinks
- Gratuities
Frequently Asked Questions on Bosphorus Sunset Cruise
BOOKING YOUR BOSPHORUS SUNSET CRUISE
Q. How do I make a reservation on Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A. It is very easy to book your tickets on Bosphorus Sunset Cruise. You could simply fill out the reservation request form or contact us by WhatsApp on +905547972646.
Q. What are the payment options for Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A.You can pay in cash or by credit card on the cruise. If you prefer to pay in advance, we can send you online payment link so that you can pay in advance with no worries.
Q. What are the payment options for Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A.You can pay in cash or by credit card on the cruise. If you prefer to pay in advance, we can send you online payment link so that you can pay in advance with no worries.
Q. Can I purchase a gift voucher for Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A.Yes, you can purchase a gift voucher for a specific date for the ones you love.
Q. Can I purchase a gift voucher for Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A. Yes, you can purchase a gift voucher for a specific date for the ones you love.
Q. In case, one or more person in my party are not able to attend or if we miss Bosphorus Sunset Cruise, will we receive a refund ?
A.Once payment is received, Bosphorus Sunset Cruise is non-refundable. We are happy to reschedule your cruise date or issue a gift certificate for the amount paid with 48-hour notice before your scheduled cruise. We do not compensate for no-shows or late arrivals.
Q. Do you still run Bosphorus Sunset Cruise if it rains?
A.Bosphorus Sunset Cruise sails rain or shine. If the weather looks like too cloudy to watch the sunset, the cruise may be canceled. A prior notification will be sent in case of the cruise cancelation.
Q. Are there any age restrictions on your Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A.There are no age restrictions,all minors require adult supervision.
Q. Do children get any discount if they take part in Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A.Children under 3 the cruise for free. Children 3 to 8 are 20- 30% off, depending on number of children in the family.
BOSPHORUS SUNSET CRUISE ROUTE AND THINGS TO SEE ON THE BOSPHORUS
Q. Where does Bosphorus sunset cruise start and end?
A.Bosphorus Sunset Cruise departs from Kabatas and ends in the same Pier.
Q. What is the route of Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A. After we start the cruse from Kabatas, we sail towards to the Black Sea direction by following the European shorelines as close as possible so that the guests on board coulse see all the sights clearly. We even pass the second Bosphorus Bridge and cross to the Asian side. Then we return to the original departure dock but in a different route, which is all along the Asian coastline till the Maiden's Tower where we stop by in order to watch the magical sunset views of Istanbul! Before we finish the cruise we get into the Golden Horn, part of the Bosphorus diving European side into two. We get very close to the Galata Tower and return to Kabatas slowly. We make a very big circle all along two sides of the Bosphorus and guests are able to see every sights from our luxury Sunset Bosphorus Yacht.
BOSPHORUS SUNSET CRUISE ON BOARD EXPERIENCE
Q. What kind of boa tor yacht do you have on Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A. We run Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on a luxurious yacht, which is named SUNSET BOSPHORUS. Ur yacht is designed especially fort he Sunset Cruise on the Bosphorus.
Q. Is there any dress code on Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A.No dress code on Bosphorus Sunset Cruise, we suggest guests bring a warm jacket as it may get chilly after the sunset. However, we provide blankets on board our Sunset Bosphorus Yacht.
Q. What time does Bosphorus Sunset Cruise depart?
A. Bosphorus Sunset Cruise departure times are as following:
January, February, November & December - 04.00pm
March & October - 4:30pm
April & September - 5:00pm
May, June, July & August - 6:00pm
Q. Is smoking allowed on Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A. Smoking is allowed on the outside decks only. Please dispose of all refuse in proper receptacles. Do not throw anything into the water. Please help us keep our water clean.
Q. Is there pre-assigned seating on Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A. As you board on our SUNSET BOSPHORUS YACHT, our friendly crew will direct you to your deck. No pre-assigned seating on the cruise. Our Bosphorus Sunset Cruise yacht has two very large decks and more spaces than the guest number we take so that our guests move around the yacht to take pictures of the Bosphorus and Istanbul from different angels.
Q. Do you provide guidance service on Bosphorus Sunset Cruise? If so, what are the guidance languages?
A.We have a live guide on Bosphorus Sunset Cruise. Our guide is licensed and has long years experience in guided cruises on the Bosphorus. The guide leads the cruise English and Spanish.
FOOD AND BEVERAGES OPTIONS ON BOSPHORUS SUNSET CRUISE
Q. Do you serve anything to eat on Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A. We have a light coctail on the cruise, we serve snacks, home-made cookies, delicious Turkish baklava, fresh seasonal fruits platter.
Q. Do you serve anything to drink on Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A.We serve home-made lemonade, Turkish black tea and Turkish cofffe in tradational cups.
Q. Can we bring our own drinks on Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A. Yes, you are free to bring your own drinks.
Q. Can we purchase drinks on your Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A. We have a cash bar where you could buy drinks
Q. Can I have lunch or dinner on your Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A.We have a fully equipped kitchen on the yacht and we can prepare a meal for you. We suggest you inform us your meal request some times before the cruise departure.
GROUPS AND PRIVATE EVENTS ON BOSPHORUS SUNSET CRUISE
Q. What kind of events can I hold on Bosphorus Sunset Cruise?
A. You can host any kind of event on SUNSET BOSPHORUS yacht! We host birthdays, weddings, office parties, anniversaries, bachelor/bachelorette parties, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, and more. If you like to celebrate a birthday, we are happy to announce that we prepare and servet he birthdaycake as our birthda gift : It gets a very lovely ambiance to celebrate a birthday with those you do not know!
Q. Can I book my own private yacht on the Bosphorus?
A. Yes, you can charter a yacht for a private event. We have a variety of differently sized boats in our fleet that are perfect for every kind of event.
Q. Do I have to reserve the whole yacht to celebrate my private event?
A. You don't have to reserve a whole yacht for your event. We host many events and groups of all sizes on our regularly scheduled dining cruises. You can reserve private space on a dining cruise for your event.
Q. Do I have to reserve the whole yacht to celebrate my private event?
A. You don't have to reserve a whole yacht for your event. We host many events and groups of all sizes on our regularly scheduled dining cruises. You can reserve private space on a dining cruise for your event.
ACCESSIBILITY AND SAFETY ON BOSPHORUS SUNSET CRUISE
Q. Are you regulated by the Turkey cost guard?
A. Our Sunset Bosphorus Yacht all subject to inspections by the Turkey Coast Guardscand our crew are all properly licensed.
Q. Are life preserves on board?
A. Our yacht is 100% Coast Guardcertified with life preservers and all required lifesaving equipment, including child life vests.
Q. Is your SUNSET BOSPHORUS yacht handicapped accesible?
A. Our yacht has limited handicapped access to the decks as 70 cm wide side walking ways.
Cold but Lovely sunset cruise
Viator review: It was a relatively cold cruise but we enjoyed it thoroughly as the crew gave us blankets and turkish tea to keep us warm. We had small bites but the highlight is definitely the sunset behind the European side.
Date of experience: May 2022