Istanbul Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise
Description
Fast and Easy Access. Visit one of the most famous landmarks with a pre-booked entry ticket and start exploring right away. Your ticket will be sent to you by email 24 hours before your visit — please remember to check your inbox and spam folder. Join one of the best Bosphorus boat tours in Istanbul and admire the cosmopolitan city from a completely different perspective while enjoying the beautiful views of the Orient and the Occident at the same time. The Bosphorus is 32km long, separates Europe from Asia and connects the Marmara Sea to the Black Sea. Cruise along the Bosphorus between Asia and Europe and discover Istanbul tourist attractions, magnificent palaces, ancient castles, and other historical sites, as well as fine seaside residences and the Bosphorus bridge. Our boat is departing hourly, if you should miss your departure time you can join the next departing boat.
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Your experience begins with a simple ticketing process. After booking, you will receive your Confirmation email. After Confirmation, the Supplier will send your Entry Tickets via email no later than 24 hours before your Reservation Date. Please check your inbox, including Spam or Promotions, to avoid missing them. With your Official Tickets ready, you can Skip the Ticket Purchase Lines and start your visit stress-free. Just head directly to the venue entrance. Show your Official Tickets at the gate and explore at your own pace. PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A SHARED BOAT TOUR; SEAT SELECTION IS NOT AVAILABLE AND THE BOAT OCCUPANCY LEVEL MAY VARY DEPENDING ON DAILY DEMAND. THE CRUISE IS NOT A NON-STOP 90-MINUTE JOURNEY. THE BOAT MAKES SHORT STOPS FOR PASSENGER BOARDING AND DISEMBARKING ALONG THE ROUTE.
Set sail on a scenic 90-minute cruise along the Bosphorus Strait — the waterway that splits Istanbul between Europe and Asia. Glide past historic shores, palaces, mosques and waterfront mansions as the city reveals itself from a unique, water-level perspective. This relaxing boat ride combines stunning views with a pleasant breeze and gives you a completely different angle on Istanbul’s layered history and skyline. Eminönü, Galata Bridge, Galata Tower, Maiden Tower, Dolmabahce Palace, Ciragan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Bosphorus Bridge, Beylerbeyi Palace, Üsküdar, see the Asian Side and European side of Istanbul and much more. PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A SHARED BOAT TOUR; SEAT SELECTION IS NOT AVAILABLE AND THE BOAT OCCUPANCY LEVEL MAY VARY DEPENDING ON DAILY DEMAND. THE CRUISE IS NOT A NON-STOP 90-MINUTE JOURNEY. THE BOAT MAKES SHORT STOPS FOR PASSENGER BOARDING AND DISEMBARKING ALONG THE ROUTE.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You will receive your tickets in a separate email 24 hours before your visit. Please make sure to check your inbox and spam folder
Reviews(245)
Great value! The audio guide was easy to understand. I recommend you sir near a speaker on the back. The seagulls are entertaining.
Overall, we had a great experience on the Bosphorus cruise. The tour itself was excellent, and we got to see so many beautiful landmarks, including stunning palaces, waterfront mansions, and other iconic sights along the Bosphorus. The views were incredible, and the cruise was definitely worth it. That said, there were a few organizational issues. We never received official tickets or the promised audio guide. The meeting point was also quite confusing. Instead of checking in at the location listed on our reservation, we had to go to a nearby ticket office with a completely different name to validate our booking before boarding. Clearer instructions beforehand would have saved us a lot of confusion. Despite these issues, the cruise itself was fantastic, and I would recommend it for the beautiful scenery.
You just have to let yourself go and feast your eyes. Good organization for the tickets
We had a few weeks previously done a different 1hr one with our other daughter so thought we would try the Viator 1.5hr trip! Only once you booked and paid does it actually say 1.50 mins as stops to drop and collect people along the way. Too long with unnecessary stops!
Dear Glenys, Thank you for your feedback. We apologize for the frustration regarding the duration of the cruise and the stops along the way. As this is a hop-on hop-on / sightseeing cruise route, the vessel occasionally makes brief stops at specific piers to pick up and drop off passengers, and factors like maritime traffic or weather conditions can sometimes extend the total tour duration to around 2 hours. We take your comments seriously and are updating our product description on Viator to ensure the tour structure and potential duration are much clearer for future travelers. Best regards,
For me this falls in the list of top 3 things to do in Istanbul. For $10 you see everything for two hours. Away from the crowds, breathtaking views, it's the best deal and so beautiful.
Istanbul Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise was quite good. The most interesting aspect of the trip was the beautiful view of the Bosphorus Strait and the wide expanse of the city across two continents. There are many historical temples and palaces. But the experience was not unique.... Although there was some good information in the audio guide, it was sometimes difficult to follow. Also, the 90 minutes seemed a bit short. All in all it was a good and comfortable cruise, but a little more ordinary than I expected.
This Bosphorus cruise should definitely not be overlooked, and I hope you find good weather; otherwise... I highly recommend the following kit: sunglasses and a hat, which are absolutely essential. On windier days: a denim jacket or even a windbreaker, a scarf or a light shawl, and a light sweater that will protect you from the quite strong wind, unfortunately! You will see a beautiful waterfront and admire both the European and Asian sides. However, be aware of a small fact that might annoy some people: On the boat, there is a photographer who, unbeknownst to you, takes pictures of you and... perhaps later wants a contribution... not entirely economical!!
Nice relaxing cruise. Lots of spots to see along the Bosphorus. We enjoyed the experience. Tip: Use Googoe maps along with the audio to track exactly where you are.
A wonderful experience. The departure was very punctual, and the trip was very, very beautiful.. A wonderful experience. The departure was very punctual, and the trip was very, very beautiful.
The cruise on the Bosphorus should be done because crossing this "strip" of water that divides the Asian and European side is really interesting. The monuments and ancient buildings that can be admired from the boat, are really beautiful, and the ultra-modern bridges, do not affect this spectacle for the eyes. The boats leave a little to be desired but ok, you can overcome it in this magical atmosphere.
