How long is the Bosphorus sunset cruise?
The sunset sightseeing cruise lasts approximately 2 hours, offering ample time to enjoy the views and listen to the audio guide.
Bosphorus Daytime Sightseeing Cruise & Snack and Soft drinks
Discover Istanbul from the water on a relaxing Bosphorus daytime cruise with a multilingual mobile audio guide . This scenic boat tour offers a perfect way to explore the city’s most iconic landmarks while sailing between Europe and Asia along the famous Bosphorus Strait. Departing from Kabataş, ...
Duration: 2 hours
Meeting point: Mega Lüfer Yachts - 3 (Cibali)
Starting from 1000 TRY (Adult: 500 TRY, Child: 350 TRY)
Highlights
- Sunset Bosphorus cruise with golden-hour city views
- Sail between Europe and Asia on the Bosphorus Strait
- Multilingual audio guide via mobile app (9 languages)
- Listen on your own phone, at your own pace
- Pass iconic landmarks, palaces, and waterfront mansions
What's included
- Bosphorus daytime or sunset tour
- Mobile audio guide in 9 languages
- Unlimited soft drinks, tea, and coffee(Nescafe)
- Snacks (if a snack option is selected)
- Dinner (if option is selected)
- Unlimited alcoholic drinks (if option selected)
Bosphorus Daytime Sightseeing Cruise & Snack and Soft drinks
Discover Istanbul from the water on a relaxing Bosphorus daytime cruise with a multilingual mobile audio guide . This scenic boat tour offers a perfect way to explore the city’s most iconic landmarks while sailing bet...
- From
- TRY 560
- Duration
- 2 h
- Meeting point
- Mega Lüfer Yachts - 3 (Cibali)
Highlights
- Sunset Bosphorus cruise with golden-hour city views
- Sail between Europe and Asia on the Bosphorus Strait
- Multilingual audio guide via mobile app (9 languages)
- Listen on your own phone, at your own pace
- Pass iconic landmarks, palaces, and waterfront mansions
What's included
- Bosphorus daytime or sunset tour
- Mobile audio guide in 9 languages
- Unlimited soft drinks, tea, and coffee(Nescafe)
- Snacks (if a snack option is selected)
- Dinner (if option is selected)
- Unlimited alcoholic drinks (if option selected)
Bosphorus Daytime Sightseeing Cruise & Snack and Soft drinks
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From$21.61$17.29%20
per personFree cancellation up to 24 hours before
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2 hoursPickup offeredMobile ticketUp to 300 guests
Enjoy a relaxing Bosphorus sunset cruise in Istanbul with panoramic views, iconic landmarks, and a multilingual audio guide accessible on your own smartphone. A perfect way to explore the city from the water at golden hour.
About this experience
Discover Istanbul from the water on a relaxing Bosphorus daytime cruise with a multilingual mobile audio guide. This scenic boat tour offers a perfect way to explore the city’s most iconic landmarks while sailing between Europe and Asia along the famous Bosphorus Strait.
Departing from Kabataş, you’ll board a comfortable sightseeing boat and begin your journey along one of the world’s most historic waterways. As the cruise moves along the European shoreline, admire Istanbul’s most famous landmarks including Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, and the Bosphorus Bridge.
During the cruise, you can enhance your experience with a multilingual mobile audio guide available in 9 languages. Using your own smartphone, listen to fascinating stories and historical insights about the palaces, mosques, and waterfront mansions that line the Bosphorus. The audio guide allows you to discover Istanbul’s rich history at your own pace while enjoying the beautiful scenery.
As the boat continues along the Bosphorus, you’ll sail past elegant Ottoman waterfront mansions, historic districts, and lush green hillsides that make this strait one of the most scenic waterways in the world. The cruise offers countless photo opportunities and spectacular panoramic views of Istanbul’s skyline.
You’ll also pass iconic landmarks such as Beylerbeyi Palace, the Bosphorus Bridge, and the famous Maiden’s Tower, one of the most photographed symbols of the city.
Optional light snacks are available onboard for guests who wish to enjoy a small bite during the cruise while taking in the views.
Whether you are visiting Istanbul for the first time or returning to explore more of the city, this Bosphorus daytime sightseeing cruise with audio guide offers a relaxing, informative, and memorable way to experience Istanbul from the water.
What You'll Do
What You'll Experience
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Sunset Bosphorus cruise with golden-hour city views
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Sail between Europe and Asia on the Bosphorus Strait
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Multilingual audio guide via mobile app (9 languages)
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Listen on your own phone, at your own pace
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Pass iconic landmarks, palaces, and waterfront mansions
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Perfect for sunset photos & sightseeing
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Complimentary soft drinks included
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Suitable for couples, families, and solo travelers
Meeting Point
Mega Lüfer Yachts - 3 (Cibali)
How to find us
Make your way to the pier located in front of Kadir Has University, near the Cibali Tram Station. Look for the cruise boat named Mega Lüfer-3, which will be waiting on the waterfront (shoreline) directly across from the university entrance. After getting off at Cibali Tram Station (T5 Line), walk towards the waterfront on your right-hand side. The pier is located along the shoreline — just a 1-minute walk from the station exit. You can use public transportation to reach the meeting point easily: From Eminönü or Alibeyköy: Take the T5 Tram and get off at Cibali Station. From Taksim or Şişli: Take the M2 Metro to Şişhane Station, then walk about 15 minutes across the Atatürk Bridge to reach to the port. From Sultanahmet or Karaköy: Take the T1 Tram to Eminönü, then transfer to T5 Tram and get off at Cibali. Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/FKXy3YzZcLKMxfGd6
Itinerary - Itinerary
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Mega Lüfer Yachts | Bosphorus Dinner Cruise İstanbul | Sunset & Daytime Tours
Meeting Point
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Dolmabahçe Mosque
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Dolmabahçe Palace
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Çırağan Palace
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Feriye Palace
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Büyük Mecidiye Mosque
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Bosphorus Bridge
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Galatasaray Islet
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Rumeli Fortress
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Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
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Anatolain Fortress
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Küçüksu Pavilion
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Kuleli Military High School
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Beylerbeyi Palace
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Maiden's Tower
Choose from 1 available option
Bosphorus Daytime Sightseeing Cruise & Snack and Soft drinks
20% OFFThis option includes the Bosphorus Daytime Sightseeing cruise, mobile audio guide, water, snacks, unlimited soft drinks, tea and coffee. Lunch menu and alcoholic drinks are available for an extra charge.
Meeting Point: Mega Lüfer Yachts - 3 Cibali
Balat Abdülezel Paşa caddesi Kadir Has Üniversitesi, Balat, Parkı Önü Karşısı, 34093 Fatih/İstanbul
Free cancellation available
%20
$21.61
$17.29
1 Adult (8+) x $21.61
All taxes and fees included
What's Included
Bosphorus daytime or sunset tour
Mobile audio guide in 9 languages
Unlimited soft drinks, tea, and coffee(Nescafe)
Snacks (if a snack option is selected)
Dinner (if option is selected)
Unlimited alcoholic drinks (if option selected)
What's Not Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tips
Policies & Important Information
Frequently Asked Questions
26,117 Reviews(4.8 / 5)
TripAdvisor4.7(2,281)
Google4.8(6,454)
GetYourGuide4.8(17,180)
Viator4.7(202)
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Datta
March 8, 2026GYG
It was perfect Sunday I really enjoyed this was the best experience in Istanbul. Highly recommended the food was amazing thank you.
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Midori
March 8, 2026GYG
Nice clean boat, Professional staff, beautiful sunset, dinner was ok
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Lauren
March 7, 2026GYG
Amazing value for the money. The crew is so kind and helpful. Fatih was an amazing host and went out of his way to make sure everyone was enjoying themselves.
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Abbie
March 6, 2026GYG
Excellent afternoon spent on the boat, staff were very friendly. Lots of sights to see on the trip
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Stefano
March 5, 2026GYG
Perfect trip, with a great organization and a very good and friendly staff.
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Muhammad
March 5, 2026GYG
The Bosphorus cruise offers a perfect vantage point to admire Istanbul’s stunning historic architecture. The audio guide brings every palace and fortress to life, making the history feel personal. Watching the sunset from the comfy seating turns the skyline into a golden masterpiece. It is the most relaxing way to experience the city's heritage.
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Denise
March 5, 2026GYG
Excellent tour. easy to find. service was great. great value for money! highly recommend
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David
March 4, 2026GYG
Very comfortable, plenty of food and Hasan took very good care of me.
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Konstantina
March 4, 2026GYG
Everything perfect!!!! Amazing view !!! Stunning !!!
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Sarosh
March 3, 2026GYG
It was absolutely brilliant. really enjoyed the tour. it was very informative and loved the cruise.
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Maria Trikalioti
in the last weekGoogle
Αξίζει η εμπειρία και τα χρήματα είναι πολύ καλά για αυτό που προσφέρει
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Rene Munjas
in the last weekGoogle
The service is great and our waiter Fatih was exceptionally entertaining and professional and he was the reason why our experience was fantastic! These are sometimes tourist traps but this experience was awesome and I recommend it. The food was good, the live dancers were fantastic and it was really entertaining. We even had a person who had birthday and the staff gave us small cakes. The boat is nice and it also has an outdoor space where you can enjoy the view even if your table is indoors.
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Susan Broadbent
in the last weekGoogle
Yes we all had a really good time. The food was excellent the staff were friendly and efficient and the entertainment was good. We have a lovely memory of the night with the photo book
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Melanie Pollock
in the last weekGoogle
The boat tour was good. It fulfilled all the clichés. Very exciting. However, there was no ventilation system. The windows fogged up and at some point you couldn't see anything out of them anymore. I'd gladly do it again.
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Stella P
in the last weekGoogle
Amazing food and exceptional service. Would 100% recommend this experience to every tourist visiting Turkey. You will not regret.
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Ahmet Gökçebaş
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Zeta English Academy
in the last weekGoogle
Everything was great, transfer works well, show is great.
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Chep Uytiepo
in the last weekGoogle
Highly recommended! It was a great and well organized event! The luxury boat, food, service and entertainment were excellent! Thank you for the wonderful experience and fun evening 🙏👍😊
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Marian Nikolov
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Gabriela Geri Tamašková
in the last weekGoogle
Pleasant atmosphere, delicious food, very kind service, Mehmed was very kind.
Google Reviews
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6527 reviews on Google
Mega Lüfer Yachts | Bosphorus Dinner Cruise İstanbul | Sunset & Daytime Tours
lauren cosby
in the last weekFatih and Talip were absolutely amazing! Went above and beyond to ensure me and my friend had the best time and their personalities were shining! Would definitely recommend!
Gabriela Elena Zamfir
in the last weekFatih and Mustafa, are very good 👍
Doug Bradley
in the last weekThis was a great time. Aziz was amazing for the entire cruise and took great care of us. We will be doing this again in our next trip to Istanbul and highly recommend it to everyone.
Mustafa Gokcay Ozdemir
in the last weekThe service and entertainment were excellent. I would like to extend my sincere thanks to Mr. Aziz, who took care of us in particular. It was an experience we would love to return to.
yalda alimohammadi
in the last weekPeace
Maurane C.
in the last weekGreat experience! The show was fantastic and the food was delicious. I highly recommend it ☺️
wilsonz2
in the last weeknot really satisfied with this tour. couple of things happened wish I am not happy. the first thing, I paid $14.46 USD extra to have a table by the window but I noticed people changing table after departure because no people were sitting there. just for free. second thing, I observed a waiter sipping my drink before was served on my table. I didn’t complain at the moment because I didn’t want to ruin my tour. For the rest, food, music, show etc, was ok.
wilsonz2
in the last weeknot really satisfied with this tour. couple of things happened wish I am not happy. the first thing, I paid $14.46 USD extra to have a table by the window but I noticed people changing table after departure because no people were sitting there. just for free. second thing, I observed a waiter sipping my drink before was served on my table. I didn’t complain at the moment because I didn’t want to ruin my tour. For the rest, food, music, show etc, was ok.
Анна Федорова
in the last weekI came to spend the evening alone, and Fatih, the staff member, looked after me, bringing me hot tea while I was on deck. He's a very friendly and smiling guy. Thank you for this evening.
Evelyn McCormack
in the last weekFatih is the best waiter we met here. We had the best night and he was so kind to us. This experience is amazing. I can’t recommend this enough.
NAQI
in the last week
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in the last weekExcelente experiencia, comida deliciosa, la atención super profesional y amable. Muy recomendado, no puede faltar hacer este tour si se visita Estambul 😃😃😃
Shanthosh Soundararajan
in the last weekI highly recommend the boat trip with the show. A lovely ride with beautiful views.
Rohith Sundar
in the last weekEnjoyed well
Γιάννης Τριπιτσίδης
in the last weekFrom$21.61$17.29%20
per personFrequently Asked Questions
Is the audio guide included?
Yes. A multilingual audio guide is included and available in 9 different languages via a mobile app
❓ Do I need to download an app?
Yes. Each guest can listen to the audio guide on their own phone and select their preferred language independently.
Are drinks included?
Yes. Soft drinks, tea, or coffee are included during the cruise.
Is the sunset cruise suitable for children?
Yes. The cruise is family-friendly, and children can also use the audio guide if desired.
Is this cruise suitable for first-time visitors?
Absolutely. This is one of the best ways to get an overview of Istanbul while enjoying a relaxing sunset experience.
Do I need to download an app?
Yes. The mobile audio guide is provided through the Tolerance Travel app, which is available on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. On the day of the tour, guests receive a WhatsApp message with clear, step-by-step instructions on how to download and use the app. If you need any assistance, simply ask our onboard staff, who will be happy to help.
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