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This small-group cruise sails the Bosphorus between Europe and Asia on a luxury yacht for about 2.5 hours. Listen to live commentary from an English-speaking guide as you admire landmarks on both shores from the water, including Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy, Rumeli Fortress, the two Bosphorus bridges and the Maiden's Tower. Midway, you briefly go ashore at Beylerbeyi or Kanlıca on the Asian side to explore the waterfront neighborhood. Pastries, seasonal fruit, Turkish coffee with Turkish delight and unlimited Turkish tea are served on board.
This small-group cruise departs from in front of Dolmabahçe Mosque and sails the Bosphorus on a luxury yacht. An English-speaking guide accompanies you and shares stories about Istanbul's history, architecture and culture. During the cruise, you can move freely between decks or relax in comfortable seating areas and enjoy the sea breeze.
Pass Dolmabahçe Palace and Mosque, Çırağan Palace and Ortaköy, then sail under the Bosphorus Bridge. Continue past Arnavutköy and Rumeli Fortress up to the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, then return while viewing Anadolu Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace, Üsküdar and the Maiden's Tower on the Asian side.
The yacht stops for about 20 minutes at Beylerbeyi or Kanlıca on the Asian side, where you can stroll the quiet waterfront streets and soak up the local atmosphere. On board, enjoy freshly baked pastries, seasonal fruit, Turkish coffee with Turkish delight and unlimited Turkish tea.
※ The stop (Beylerbeyi or Kanlıca) and itinerary may change depending on local conditions.
Meeting point: Cruise with Asian side stop option
Dolmabahçe Mosque (Dolmabahçe Camii)
Ömer Avni, Meclis-i Mebusan Cd. No:34, 34427 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
How to find the meeting point:
A staff member holding a VELENA TRAVEL sign will be waiting in front of Dolmabahçe Mosque. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure for smooth boarding. The cruise ends at Dolmabahçe Mosque.
Meeting point: Option with hotel transfer
Istanbul hotel pickup
How to find the meeting point:
Round-trip transfer is included from hotels within the area shown on the map (Fatih and Beyoğlu). The tour provider will contact you via WhatsApp or email the day before or before the tour day to confirm the pickup time and location. Please check the voucher provided after your booking is confirmed for the exact pickup location and time.
Ömer Avni, Meclis-i Mebusan Cd. No:34, 34427 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye or hotel pickup (varies by option)