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- English
Tour Schedule:
Midday Cruise: 12:30–14:45
Afternoon Cruise: 16:00–18:15
Evening Cruise: 19:00–21:15
Guests are required to arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled tour start time.
Guests meet at Café Minared, located next to the Hagia Sophia tourist entrance and only steps away from the ticket offices. After meeting the professional guide, the group proceeds together to the pier. During this 120-minute Golden Horn and Bosphorus cruise, guests enjoy panoramic views of Istanbul’s historic skyline, Ottoman palaces, fortresses, and waterfront neighborhoods. The yacht sails beneath the Bosphorus Bridge, offering excellent photo opportunities. Throughout the journey, the guide provides clear historical and cultural commentary, allowing guests to experience Istanbul’s heritage from a unique perspective on the water.
Organised by the member of Türsab 18212 Septillion Travel Agency
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The meeting point is Café Minared, located next to the Hagia Sophia Tourist Entrance. It is approximately 20 meters away from the Hagia Sophia tourist ticket sales counters.
Itinerary
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1Bosphorus Strait
The Bosphorus Strait separates Europe and Asia and has been a strategic waterway for centuries. It offers panoramic views of Istanbul’s skyline, palaces, and waterfront mansions.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
Dolmabahce Palace (Pass by)
Dolmabahçe Palace is a 19th-century Ottoman imperial residence built in European architectural style. It symbolizes the modernization period of the late Ottoman Empire.
Admission ticket free -
Ortakoy (Pass by)
Ortaköy Mosque is a neo-Baroque Ottoman mosque positioned beneath the Bosphorus Bridge. It is one of the most photographed symbols of Istanbul.
Admission ticket free -
Bosphorus Bridge (Pass by)
The Bosphorus Bridge connects Europe and Asia across the strait. It represents Istanbul’s unique position between two continents.
Admission ticket free -
Rumeli Fortress (Pass by)
Rumeli Fortress was built by Sultan Mehmed II before the conquest of Constantinople. It played a crucial role in controlling the Bosphorus passage.
Admission ticket free -
Anadolu Hisari Fort (Pass by)
Anadolu Fortress is the oldest surviving Ottoman structure in Istanbul. It was constructed to secure the Bosphorus against naval threats.
Admission ticket free -
Beylerbeyi Palace (Pass by)
Beylerbeyi Palace served as a summer residence for Ottoman sultans. It is known for its elegant interiors and seaside location.
Admission ticket free -
Kucuksu Pavilion (Pass by)
Küçüksu Pavilion is a 19th-century imperial hunting lodge on the Asian shore. It reflects refined Ottoman leisure architecture.
Admission ticket free -
KIz Kulesi (Pass by)
Maiden’s Tower is a historic landmark located on a small islet at the southern entrance of the Bosphorus. It has served as a lighthouse, watchtower, and symbol of Istanbul for centuries.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- After meeting their professional guide at Café Minared, guests will walk together for approximately 5 minutes to reach the boat.
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Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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