Private Cruise with 17m Yacht in Bosphorus Istanbul
Description
Enjoy a professional organization on the beautiful Bosphorus of Istanbul while enjoying amazing views of palaces, fortresses, and mansions from a private luxury yacht. Avoid crowds and have this luxury yacht only for yourself. You can benefit from our services which will enrich your experience. Additional hours (on top of total duration) Decoration (balloons, table decoration, flower bouquet, etc.) Live music and performances (laser show, volcano show, live music, belly dancer, DJ, etc.) Photography (photo, video, drone, etc.) Food and Beverages (dinner, lunch, breakfast, snacks, birthday cake, alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, hard liquor) Guide (tour guide or English-speaking crew) Pick-up and drop-off is included depending on the option you select; - from hotels at Besiktas, Beyoglu, Fatih, Sisli regions - from Bebek or Kandilli Pier.
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Starting point of the tour if you are not picked up from a different pier. There are extra charges if you will picked up from a different pier, please contact us for more information.
Cruising at the beautiful shores of Istanbul Bosphorus Strait, while admiring the views of historical palaces, mansions and mosques.
You will see this beautiful palace from the yacht. This is an important summer palace of Ottoman Sultans, beautiful building that best seen from the sea. If you like, you can ask the captain to slow down for a few minutes for you to take pictures in front of the building.
An Imperial Ottoman summer residence built in the 1860s located under Bosporus Bridge. You will see this beautiful palace from the yacht. It is located right under 1st Bosphorus Bridge. If you like, you can ask the captain to slow down for a few minutes for you to take pictures in front of the building.
The mosque of Ortakoy is an historical and beautiful building right next to İstanbul Bosphorus Bridge. You will see the mosque and Ortakoy region from the yacht.
The Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge ("Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror Bridge"), also known as the Second Bosphorus Bridge is a bridge in Istanbul, Turkey spanning the Bosphorus strait. When completed in 1988, it was the 5th-longest suspension bridge in the world. You will have a chance to pass under the bridge and take pictures.
Rumelihisarı (also known as Rumelian Castle) is a medieval fortress located in Istanbul, Turkey, on a series of hills on the European banks of the Bosphorus. Conceived and built between 1451 and 1452 on the orders of Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II, the complex was commissioned in preparation for a planned Ottoman siege on the then-Byzantine city of Constantinople, with the goal of cutting off maritime military and logistical relief that could potentially come to the Byzantines' aid by way of the Bosphorus Strait. You will be able to see this huge fortress from the yacht. It is one of the best buildings to see from the Bosphorus strait.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age requirement for alcohol consumption is 18 years of age
Reviews(1)
I recently celebrated my 2-year-old son's birthday on the Lotus Yacht, and overall, it was a good experience. The transfer service to the yacht was okay, although the cleanliness of the car left something to be desired. Upon arrival, we were surprised to find that we were being recorded on camera as soon as we stepped out of the car. This was not communicated to us beforehand, and it would have been appreciated if we had been informed about this aspect of the service. The yacht itself provided a good experience. The service on board was satisfactory, and the setting made for a memorable celebration. However, the laser show that we booked did not meet our expectations. The birthday message was not clearly displayed, which was disappointing. Additionally, the drone camera was unable to capture the evening view with the laser and volcano birthday wishes, which detracted from the overall experience. In summary, while the Lotus Yacht offered a unique setting for our celebration and the overall experience was good, there were areas such as the transfer service, communication about recording, and the quality of the laser show that could be improved.
Thank you for celebrating your son's 2nd birthday with us on the Lotus Yacht. We appreciate your detailed feedback and are glad to hear that the overall experience was good. We apologize for the cleanliness issue with the transfer service car. Your feedback is valuable, and we will address this with our transportation team to ensure better standards in the future. Regarding the recording upon arrival, we generally find that guests prefer to be recorded while entering the yacht, especially if there is a surprise. Since you were celebrating a birthday, our photographer assumed that you would appreciate being recorded. You can always communicate your preference directly to the photographer. However, we understand your concern and will ensure that all guests are informed about this in advance. We’re pleased to know that you found the yacht itself to be a good experience and that the service on board met your expectations. The laser show was recorded as a photo shoot, where the message is projected clearly onto the bridge. However, we understand the importance of clear communication with the photographer to ensure all aspects meet your expectations. Your feedback is crucial in helping us improve. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for an even better experience in the future. Thank you again for your review.