Small Group Yacht Tour With Unlimited Wine, Fruits & Mixed Nuts
Description
Our experienced crew welcomes you aboard and will accompany you throughout your journey with guided sightseeing, personal narratives, Aegean wine, fresh seasonal fruit and mixed nuts. We keep our tours at a comfortable size to make sure the atmosphere stays relaxed and easy going on board. With plenty of space on our yachts, there’s always room to move around, relax and fully enjoy the experience. The tour starts in Karaköy, where we set sail along the Golden Horn, passing by the historic peninsula before entering the Bosphorus. Cruising along the European side, we pass Galataport, Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağa Palace, and Ortaköy Mosque before reaching the Bosphorus Bridge. We then cross to the Asian side, where you can admire the waterfront mansions, Beylerbeyi Palace, and the Maiden’s Tower. Whether you are traveling alone, with friends, or family, this tour is a must-do for everyone seeking a unique and memorable experience.
Tour Options
Itinerary
golden horn
Galataport
Dolmabahce Palace
Besiktas neigborhood
Ciragan Palace
Ortakoy Baroque Mosque
Bosphorus Bridge
Galatasaray Island
Arnavutkoy neighborhood
Kuleli
Beylerbey Palace
Uskudar neighborhood
Maidens Tower
The old peninsula in the distance - the most famous skyline of Istanbul
Reaching back to drop off point
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Only guests 18 years old and above will be served wine, please let us know if you have minors or non-drinkers in your group, please let us know so we can bring non-alcoholic drinks.
Reviews(19)
An excellent small-group experience on the Bosphorus. The yacht was ultra clean and modern, with comfortable seats (and a lovely bed section at the front of the boat where you could lie down if you wanted!). There was plenty of red and white wine and we were even given an ice cold beer when we met up at the start. Fruit and nuts were given to all groups too. There were also toilets on board which was helpful after all the drinks! Simon gave us lots of interesting information about the city, but really bought it to life without boring us by churning out fact after fact. He left lots of quiet time for us to chat to our friends and just take in the atmosphere. He and Georgina are clearly passionate about bringing the Istanbul experience to visitors to this amazing city. Would highly recommend!
If you’re visiting Istanbul and want to experience the Bosphorus in the best possible way, just book this tour with Simon. His energy, passion, and knowledge made this one of the most memorable experiences of our trip. Throughout the cruise, he shared fascinating stories and insights about the city, its history, and the landmarks along the Bosphorus, making the journey both relaxing and informative. We started around 7 PM during sunset, boarding a beautiful yacht and enjoying fresh fruits, great wine, and the company of a small group of fellow travelers. Watching the sun set over the Bosphorus while cruising between Europe and Asia was simply magical. The highlights of the tour were Simon’s excellent guiding, the stunning Bosphorus sunset, the intimate small-group atmosphere, and of course, the wonderful wine enjoyed with my wife. I’m very happy I chose this experience and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Istanbul.
Excellent. Great guide. Lots of fun.
Simon is the best guide! Very honest, and the unlimited wine is great. They make sure you feel comfortable with blankets etc. Max 15 persons on 1 big boat, feels like a group of friends hanging out. Absolutely positive!
Simon and his team were amazing! Gave us the REAL Istanbul experience as seen by locals. Couldnt recommend this more. And the wine was fantastic!
A great evening with lovely hosts. On the ball with pre-trip communication and directions. A comfortable cruise on small yacht on the Bosphorus. Small group made it much more relaxed. On board, the yacht was comfy and clean, the commentary was both informative in an easy going way. Fruit platter and nuts provided were lovely together with wine. Lovely way to spend a couple of hours in the evening. Blankets provided for windier evenings. Fabulous.
Everybody on the boat including me enjoyed the conversation, the route, the wine, the charcuterie, the stories, the history and the photo opportunities. The size of the boat and the amount of people accommodated this is great And the price, is it well worth What you get ! I plan to do it all over again next time. And bring more people with me.
Simon and Georgina made this an excellent tour. Local knowledge and a more intimate atmosphere with a smaller group made me extremely glad i didn't book a large ferry tour instead. Definitely worth supporting this local business.
The cruise was one of our favorite highlights in this beautiful town Istanbul. It was a friendly atmosphere, and Simon gave us many great recommendations for, and interesting information about different spots in Istanbul.
We were originally booked on another similar tour, but when our operator and boat never showed, Simon warmly invited my husband and I on to this sunset & wine cruise right on the spot. It was even better than I had booked originally, we were so pleased how this worked out. Very small group & felt personal. We enjoyed a perfect sunset, cruised around the beautiful Bosphorus, sipped on delicious wine, and enjoyed the best commentary one could ask for. The cruise was entertaining and informative, Simon delivered an evening that was just what we needed. The whole experience was welcoming and inviting, so much so, that ourselves & 3 others went out for drinks after to carry out the night at a local bar. Thank you Simon & Crew - keep doing your passion!
