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Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide
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Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide

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Sail with the Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide from Kabataş. Watch palaces and bridges pass along both shores while a guide explains each landmark and you enjoy tea, baklava and fruit.

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Full description

This small-yacht cruise departs from Kabataş and follows the European shore towards the second bridge before returning along the Asian waterfront and Maiden's Tower. An English-speaking live guide explains the landmarks, and the included refreshments cover tea, coffee, water or lemonade, cookies, baklava and fruit; alcohol is sold separately.

The 16:45 departure is the sunset sailing, while a 10:00 departure runs in daylight. Reviewers highlight the knowledgeable guide and attentive crew, even in rainy weather, and first-time visitors in particular value the clear explanations.

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Address

Ömer Avni, İskele Yolu No:30, 34427 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
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Hours

Daily departures at 10:00 and 16:45 from Kabataş, ~2 hours. The 16:45 departure is the sunset yacht cruise.
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Booking

Booking required

Duration

2h

Best time

morning, afternoon or early evening

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

  • Choose the 16:45 departure for the sunset sailing
  • bring a light layer as it gets cool on deck
  • wine and other alcohol cost extra, so carry a little cash or card.
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Reviews

Despite rain, attentive staff and a knowledgeable guide made the two-hour journey rewarding.

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