Istanbul Bosphorus and Black Sea Half-Day Cruise

Excellent cruise, a must-do if you're in Istanbul. The service throughout the entire trip was impeccable from the guide ...

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Take a unique cruise along the Bosphorus Strait and gaze at the emblematic landmarks along the banks, including Galata Tower and the Bosphorus Bridge. When you get to the Black Sea, stop for a swim and enjoy an onboard lunch.

Details

Duration

4 hours 30 minutes.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

English speaking guide
Luxury cruise on the Bosphorus Strait
Traditional Turkish food on board

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

Kabatas Pier

Reviews of our customers

9.0

Exceptional 1,250 Travelers·82 reviews

May 27, 2026
Pablo
Spain
Excellent cruise, a must-do if you're in Istanbul. The service throughout the entire trip was impeccable from the guide and the whole crew. We were on...
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August 11, 2024
Ramon Blanco Blanco
Madrid, Spain
The staff was very professional. They took care of picking us up and dropping us off at our hotel, when such attention was not included in the program...
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April 22, 2024
Esteban
Quito, Ecuador
The cruise very well. The boat is spacious and comfortable. Attentive staff, clear explanations. The food is good. The stop in town is short but that'...
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September 17, 2023
Ana Troncoso
London, United Kingdom
Highly recommended activity, the tour started on time, everything was very organized, the boat was spacious, comfortable, very clean. The right narrat...
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October 17, 2022
Benigno
Madrid, Spain
Beautiful excursion 100% recommended. I doubt that the Bosphorus tour can be done better. Very neat medium-sized ferry with a generous space/passenger...
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June 26, 2022
Anonymous
United Kingdom
Really easy to book. Very friendly welcome and kind staff through whole trip. Clean spacious boat. The journey wAs so peaceful and exciting too. The ...
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October 7, 2019
Roberto
Las Palmas, Spain
En principio la cosa parecía un poco rara: Nos comunicaron por la noche en wuasap que el punto de reunióh no era en el muelle, si no el la plaza de Ta...
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October 2, 2019
Vania Sofia Lopes Pinto
Champigny Sur Marne, France
C'était bien mais pas assez à mon goût. J'ai payé pour un guide français que je n'ai jamais eu. Et nous n'avons à aucun moment plongé dans la mer Noir...
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September 10, 2019
Anónimo
Girona, Spain
El barco muy cómodo, la comida y el servicio muy bueno también, el baño en el limbo entre Bósforo y mar negro fue muy buena experiencia ( pero en la i...
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August 19, 2019
Massimiliano
Paruzzaro, Italy
Bella esperienza, soprattutto fare il bagno nelle acque freddissime a ridosso del ponte Yavuz Sultan Selim. Pranzo al sacco molto basico, niente di e...
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Bosphorus and Black Sea Cruise

Travel to Kabatas Pier at 1 pm and embark on a comfortable cruise on a luxury yacht that will drift along the Bosphorus Strait. Over the course of several hours, enjoy gorgeous views as we sail the waters of the Marmara Sea.

To start the cruise off with a bang, we'll welcome you with a refreshing cocktail served on board, accompanied by fried rolls with cheese and different snacks. Meanwhile, we'll sail across the Bosphorus Strait, admiring fantastic views of castles, palaces, ancient mansions and the different minarets in the city that can be seen from the water.

Throughout the cruise, the guide on board will tell you some of the most amazing stories of the Turkish monuments we'll see. At 1 pm, a delicious meal will be served on board, consisting of hot and cold starters, a main course (choice of grilled meat or fish), fruit, a drink and a Turkish tea. Bon appetit!

With your appetite satisfied, relax on the open-top deck and revel in the incredible views of Rumeli Hisarı, a historic fortress, Galata Tower and the Bosphorus Bridge, among other iconic sights in Istanbul.

When the cruise reaches the Black Sea at the third bridge of the Bosphorus Strait, it'll be time to drop anchor and stroll around the small coastal town of Anadolu Kavaği. Here you'll have the chance to wander through the lush surrounding hills or see the ruins of a medieval fortress - a unique experience you don't want to miss!

After an exciting day of cruising between two continents, we'll return to the starting point in Istanbul, arriving around 5:30 pm.

What if there's bad weather?

The cruise may be canceled for safety reasons if it is very foggy, or if the government has stopped marine traffic. In these cases, we'll propose an alternative date to do the activity.

9.0

Exceptional 1,250 Travelers·82 reviews

May 27, 2026
Pablo
Spain
Excellent cruise, a must-do if you're in Istanbul. The service throughout the entire trip was impeccable from the guide and the whole crew. We were on...
Is this useful?
August 11, 2024
Ramon Blanco Blanco
Madrid, Spain
The staff was very professional. They took care of picking us up and dropping us off at our hotel, when such attention was not included in the program...
Is this useful?
April 22, 2024
Esteban
Quito, Ecuador
The cruise very well. The boat is spacious and comfortable. Attentive staff, clear explanations. The food is good. The stop in town is short but that'...
Is this useful?
September 17, 2023
Ana Troncoso
London, United Kingdom
Highly recommended activity, the tour started on time, everything was very organized, the boat was spacious, comfortable, very clean. The right narrat...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
October 17, 2022
Benigno
Madrid, Spain
Beautiful excursion 100% recommended. I doubt that the Bosphorus tour can be done better. Very neat medium-sized ferry with a generous space/passenger...
Is this useful?
June 26, 2022
Anonymous
United Kingdom
Really easy to book. Very friendly welcome and kind staff through whole trip. Clean spacious boat. The journey wAs so peaceful and exciting too. The ...
As a couple
Is this useful?
October 7, 2019
Roberto
Las Palmas, Spain
En principio la cosa parecía un poco rara: Nos comunicaron por la noche en wuasap que el punto de reunióh no era en el muelle, si no el la plaza de Ta...
As a couple
Is this useful?
October 2, 2019
Vania Sofia Lopes Pinto
Champigny Sur Marne, France
C'était bien mais pas assez à mon goût. J'ai payé pour un guide français que je n'ai jamais eu. Et nous n'avons à aucun moment plongé dans la mer Noir...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
September 10, 2019
Anónimo
Girona, Spain
El barco muy cómodo, la comida y el servicio muy bueno también, el baño en el limbo entre Bósforo y mar negro fue muy buena experiencia ( pero en la i...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
August 19, 2019
Massimiliano
Paruzzaro, Italy
Bella esperienza, soprattutto fare il bagno nelle acque freddissime a ridosso del ponte Yavuz Sultan Selim. Pranzo al sacco molto basico, niente di e...
Traveling solo
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Points of interest in Istanbul

Hagia Sophia Topkapi Palace Blue Mosque Basilica Cistern Galata Tower Grand Bazaar

Types of activities in Istanbul

Guided Tours and Free Tours Free Tour Boat tours Folk Event Zen Day trips

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Bosphorus and Black Sea Cruise

After an exciting day of cruising between two continents, we'll return to the starting point in Istanbul, arriving around 5:30 pm.

What if there's bad weather?

The cruise may be canceled for safety reasons if it is very foggy, or if the government has stopped marine traffic. In these cases, we'll propose an alternative date to do the activity.

Bosphorus and Black Sea Cruise