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15 Best Bosphorus Cruises

The Bosphorus cruises travelers book most: sightseeing loops between two continents, sunset yachts and Asian-side stopovers, with palaces and fortresses lining both banks.

1.Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

Experience Istanbul on a luxurious Bosphorus dinner cruise with live shows, traditional Turkish cuisine, and stunning nighttime views from a private yacht.

Most Popular★ 4.8

“Great way to spend the evening. Nice food, good atmosphere, and great views of Istanbul from the Bosphorus. I can recommend this activity!”

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3.Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

Experience the magic of Istanbul on a Bosphorus dinner cruise with live entertainment, delicious Turkish cuisine, and stunning city views—perfect for a memorable night out.

★ 4.8

“This is a must do on your trip to Istanbul! The start of the journey was smooth and seamless. The team on board was also very approachable and friendly especially Mr. Blake. Totally worth every penny! Also, if you are looking to book with them…”

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6.Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide

Experience a stunning sunset over Istanbul on a luxurious Bosphorus yacht cruise, complete with live guide, snacks, and unbeatable views.

★ 4.9

“A great experience, one of the best things we did while in Istanbul. We saw stuff that we wouldn't otherwise see. Our guide was super funny and friendly, and a pleasure to listen to. We weren't bored for a second. We would do it again!”

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7.Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Snack

Experience breathtaking Istanbul from the Bosphorus on a sunset cruise with optional snacks and drinks, offering iconic views and memorable moments for all travelers.

★ 4.8

“The sunset cruise was the perfect ending to our trip. The boat is spacious, clean and well equipped. The staff was friendly. The sights are spectacular, of course. The snacks included a fruit plate, and a plate with small pastries and biscuit. We had two…”

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8.Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience: Visit the Asian Side

Discover Istanbul from the water on a small-group Bosphorus yacht cruise. Enjoy iconic sights, delicious snacks, and a stop in Asian Istanbul for authentic yogurt.

★ 5.0

“Everything was good except the address that they provided had a wrong building number which caused me togo up and down the street for 15 minutes.”

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9.Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht

Discover Istanbul's stunning skyline and historic landmarks on a luxurious Bosphorus sunset cruise with drinks, canapés, and expert commentary for a memorable experience.

★ 5.0

“Absolutely excellent. Great communication, fantastic service, and the tour guide spoke excellent English and Spanish. A must-see adventure for your time in Istanbul - there is no better way to see the city.”

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10.Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner Show

Experience Istanbul’s stunning Bosphorus at night with a scenic cruise, Turkish dinner, live performances, and DJ music—an unforgettable cultural evening.

★ 4.4

“We had a great night!! Service was well organised they had plenty of options (even vegetarian) and food was good (especially the side rice). The show afterwards was interesting and fun to watch, all of the dancers were very capable and well trained! Also we…”

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11.Bosphorus Night Cruise with Dinner, Show and Private Table

Experience Istanbul from the Bosphorus with a dinner cruise featuring live entertainment, stunning city views, and a multi-course Turkish meal for $35.

★ 4.5

“Great experience and delicious food. The dancing was also fun. Definitely recommend doing this experience.”

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12.Sunset or Daytime Istanbul Guided Luxury Yacht Cruise with Snacks

Experience Istanbul from the water with a 2-hour luxury yacht cruise along the Bosphorus, featuring stunning views, snacks, and expert guides.

★ 5.0

“The sites were so gorgeous to see from the water when all lit up after sunset. It was a mid-size boat with less people ( 20ish) so more enjoyable then those crowded ones, but it was not a “luxury yach”. Fasle advertising. The guide was…”

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15.Istanbul Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht – Guided Group Cruise

Enjoy a 2+ hour sunset cruise on a luxury yacht in Istanbul for stunning views, expert commentary, and delicious snacks—all for under $30.

★ 5.0

“Nice and pleasant boat tour! Very nice fruit and nut snacks and desserts. We liked the tour guide that gave us a little history behind everything we were looking at.”

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More Bosphorus Cruises

4.4Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise w/ Drinks & Entertainment3 hours$35 3.9Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise w/Audio Guide and Sunset Option2 hours$14 5.0Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on the Asian Side – (Morning or Afternoon)2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$48.37 4.2Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option$9 4.9Istanbul: Bosphorus Yacht Cruise at Sunset with Snacks2 hours - 125 minutes$15 4.5Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Live Performance, Folk Dance and DJ3 hours (approx.)$36.28 4.8Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on a Luxury Yacht2.5 hours$59 4.53 Hours Bosphorus Boat Cruise with Stop in Asia Side2 to 4 hours (approx.)$12.09 5.0Bosphorus Sunset: An Enchanting Yacht Cruise in Istanbul2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$72.56 4.6Istanbul Bosphorus: 3-Hour Day Cruise’s with Asian Side Stop2 - 3 hours$11 5.0Sunset Cruise with Stop along Asia: Discover Istanbul’s Bosphorus2 to 4 hours (approx.)$12.09 5.0Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht with Transfers2 hours (approx.)$60.46 4.8Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise with Stopover on the Asian Side2.5 hours$28 5.0Luxury Sunset Yacht Cruise on the Bosphorus Refresh & Relax2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$50.79 5.0Istanbul Private Transfer – Airports, Cruise Ports and Hotels30 minutes to 1 hour (approx.)$53.21 4.9Istanbul: Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on Asian Side2.5 hours$47 4.6Istanbul: Dinner Cruise and Entertainment with Private Table$34 5.0Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Boat with Live Guide3 hours (approx.)$32.65 4.5ISTANBUL: Dinner Cruise On The Bosphorus with Turkish night show3 hours (approx.)$33.90 4.52 Hours Bosphorus Cruise Boat Tour in Istanbul2 hours (approx.)$9.67 3.6Istanbul: Princes’ Islands Cruise w/Music, Lunch & Transfer7 hours$34 5.0Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Tour Asian Side Stop & Exploration2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.)$33.86 5.0Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht w/Transfers, Bosphorus2 hours (approx.)$42.33 4.9Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Live Guide2.5 hours$35