Price per person across the 40 options priced per person: US$ 9.90–US$ 284 (median US$ 45). With 100+ reviews: 36 of 46.
Of the 46 options: 34 with live guides in English, 45 with free cancellation, 46 with instant confirmation, 17 with hotel pickup, 40 kid-friendly, 8 private and 40 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Prices are per person, except options priced per group: that price is for the whole group, and the per-person figure assumes the group is full. “Top rated” = the highest score among options with at least 100 reviews.
Sailing in Istanbul — Dolmabahce Palace, Bosphorus Bridge, Maiden’s Tower and 1 more
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46 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
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Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks & DrinksFeel the evening breeze on a Bosphorus sunset cruise from Kabatas, passing Dolmabahce Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, and Maiden’s Tower. Includes snacks, drinks, and local guide.Every day · 15:45, 16:00 and 16:15 · All ages★ 4.93 (5,762 reviews)Duration: 2h 15mLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 34 per personView
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise & Ottoman PalacesYacht cruise on the Bosphorus at sunset, passing Dolmabahce Palace, Rumeli Fortress and suspension bridges. Includes refreshments, baklava and guide from Viaport Marina.Every day · 15:45, 16:00 and 16:15 · All ages★ 4.94 (2,664 reviews)Duration: 2hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 34 per personView
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Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Istanbul: Guided Sightseeing StopCruise the Bosphorus from Istanbul on a small-group yacht with a live English-speaking guide, passing Topkapi Palace and Maiden's Tower.Every day · 14 start times, 08:00 to 19:00 · Pickup available · All ages★ 4.97 (2,405 reviews)Duration: 2h 30mLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 56 per personView
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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise Istanbul: Maiden's Tower at duskSail the Bosphorus at sunset on a 25-meter yacht with champagne and snacks while viewing Maiden's Tower and Dolmabahce Palace across two continents.Every day · 16:00 · Pickup available · All ages★ 4.88 (2,421 reviews)Duration: 2h 30mLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 45 per personView
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Sunset Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Istanbul: Small-Group LuxurySail the Bosphorus at dusk on a glass-enclosed luxury yacht with live English guide, fresh fruit, Turkish baklava, canapés and homemade lemonade.Every day · 16:00 · All ages★ 4.83 (2,233 reviews)Duration: 2h 15mLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 28 per personView
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Istanbul Bosphorus Yacht Cruise & Asian Side Stop with Kanlica YogurtFeel the pulse of Istanbul from a Bosphorus yacht cruise, cross to the Asian side, and taste Kanlica yogurt. Includes hotel pickup, snacks, and local guide.Every day · 14 start times, 08:00 to 19:00 · Pickup available · All ages★ 4.91 (1,916 reviews)Duration: 2h 30mLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 45 per personView
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Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise: Luxury Yacht with TransfersSunset cruise on the Bosphorus from Istanbul with hotel pickup, professional guide, and refreshments included: watch the city's skyline fade as the sun sets over the water.Every day · 15:45, 16:00 and 16:15 · Pickup available · All ages★ 4.94 (1,436 reviews)Duration: 2hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 56 per personView
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks & PickupWatch Istanbul’s skyline shift from day to night on a Bosphorus sunset yacht cruise, with hotel pickup, Turkish snacks, and stories from a local guide included.Every day · 16:00 · Pickup available · All ages★ 4.96 (1,278 reviews)Duration: 2h 30mLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 67 per personView
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Istanbul Bosphorus Yacht Cruise & Kanlica Yogurt StopFeel the breeze on a Bosphorus yacht cruise from Istanbul, cross to Kanlica for famous yogurt, see palaces and mosques, and enjoy Turkish coffee with a local guide.Every day · 10:30 and 13:15 · Pickup available · All ages★ 4.95 (630 reviews)Duration: 2h 30mLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 31 per personView
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Istanbul Bosphorus Yacht Tour: Asian Side Stop & Kanlıca YogurtWake up to Istanbul’s Bosphorus on a yacht cruise, cross continents, taste Kanlıca yogurt, and wander Asian-side streets. Includes Turkish coffee, snacks, and pickup.Every day · 13 start times, 08:00 to 19:00 · Pickup available · All ages★ 4.96 (1,089 reviews)Duration: 2h 30mLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 31 per personView
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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise Istanbul: Bridges Light UpSail the Bosphorus at sunset from Pier Kabatas on a luxury yacht with snacks, fresh fruit and a live guide.Every day · 16:00 · Pickup available · All ages★ 4.93 (1,028 reviews)Duration: 2h 30mLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 36 per personView
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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise: Sail Past Palaces & BridgesSail the Bosphorus at sunset from Istanbul on a two-hour yacht cruise past Dolmabahce Palace, the Bosphorus Bridge and Ottoman fortresses.Every day · 15:45, 16:00 and 16:15 · Pickup available · All ages★ 4.96 (899 reviews)Duration: 2hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 28 per personView
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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise Istanbul: 2.5-Hour Luxury TourCruise the Bosphorus at sunset from Istanbul on a luxury yacht with live guide, snacks and Turkish baklava included.Every day · 16:00 · Pickup available · All ages★ 4.95 (714 reviews)Duration: 2h 30mLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 39 per personView
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Private Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Istanbul: Palaces & SwimmingBosphorus private yacht cruise with guided tour, swim stops, drinks, fruit, baklava, and professional crew.Every day · No fixed time★ 4.94 (599 reviews)Duration: 2h✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 393 per groupView
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Istanbul Bosphorus: Guided Yacht Cruise with Sweets & TeaFeel the Bosphorus breeze on an afternoon yacht cruise in Istanbul, tasting baklava and tea as a local guide shares stories. Includes snacks and licensed guide.Every day · 13:00 · All ages★ 4.95 (372 reviews)Duration: 2hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 34 per personView
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Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise: Yacht Tour & Kanlica Stop Asian SideFeel the pulse of Istanbul on a Bosphorus yacht cruise, cross continents, taste Kanlica yogurt, and see palaces from the water. Includes pickup and snacks.Every day · 10:30 and 13:00 · Pickup available · All ages★ 4.95 (477 reviews)Duration: 2h 30mLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 27 per personView
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Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Sweets & LandmarksWatch Istanbul’s skyline glow at sunset from a small-group Bosphorus yacht cruise, with Turkish snacks, tea, and stories about the city’s iconic palaces and towers.Every day · 16:00 and 16:30 · Pickup available · All ages★ 4.95 (443 reviews)Duration: 2h 30mLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 45 per personView
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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise: Istanbul Luxury BoatCruise the Bosphorus at sunset aboard a glass-enclosed luxury yacht with live English guide, Turkish snacks and drinks included.Every day · 16:00 · All ages★ 4.72 (372 reviews)Duration: 2h 15mLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 51 per personView
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Istanbul Bosphorus: Private Yacht Cruise with Sweets & DrinksFeel Istanbul’s heartbeat on a private Bosphorus yacht cruise, passing palaces and mosques, with fresh baklava, fruit, and a local guide. Includes drinks.Every day · 10:00, 12:00 and 14:00★ 4.96 (362 reviews)Duration: 2h✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 466 per groupView
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Istanbul Sunset Yacht Cruise: Bosphorus & Maiden's Tower with PickupSunset yacht cruise on Istanbul's Bosphorus with hotel pickup. See Dolmabahçe Palace, Maiden's Tower & both bridges from the water. Snacks, drinks & guide included.Every day · 16:00 · Pickup available · All ages★ 4.79 (349 reviews)Duration: 2hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 50 per personView
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Istanbul Bosphorus: Private Yacht Cruise with Drinks & SweetsFeel the pulse of Istanbul on a private Bosphorus yacht cruise. Sip homemade lemonade, see Dolmabahce Palace up close, and relax with fresh baklava. Includes pier pickup.Every day · 10:00, 12:00 and 14:00★ 4.96 (338 reviews)Duration: 2h✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 400 per groupView
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Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise: Small-Group Yacht with Asian StopoverSail the Bosphorus on a small yacht with a multilingual guide, stopping on the Asian side in Beylerbeyi or Kanlıca while viewing Topkapi Palace.Every day · 10:30 and 13:00 · Pickup available · All ages★ 4.95 (313 reviews)Duration: 2h 30mLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 28 per personView
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Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise: Wine & Luxury Yacht2-hour Bosphorus sunset yacht cruise from Istanbul with wine, canapés, live guide. See Dolmabahçe Palace, Maiden's Tower, Rumeli Fortress. Small groups, photo opportunities.Every day · 16:00 · All ages★ 4.87 (305 reviews)Duration: 2hLive guide: EN · TR✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 29 per personView
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Istanbul Bosphorus yacht cruise: Small group, sunset or daytimeCruise the Bosphorus from Istanbul on a 22-metre yacht with up to 16 people, seeing Dolmabahce Palace and the Maiden Tower from the water while snacks.Every day · 14:00 and 16:00★ 4.90 (269 reviews)Duration: 2h–2h 5m✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 45 per personView
Compare 22 more options for Sailing in Istanbul
From US$ 9.90 per person · 2 h to 5 h
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise & Turkish TreatsLuxury yacht cruise on the Bosphorus at sunset with hotel pickup, live guide commentary, and Turkish baklava. Small groups, English and Spanish guides included.Every day · 16:00 · Pickup available · All ages★ 4.98 (250 reviews)Duration: 2h 30mLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 39 per personView
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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise Istanbul: 2.5 hours with live guideCruise the Bosphorus at sunset aboard a glass-enclosed yacht past Dolmabahce Palace, Rumeli Fortress and the Maiden's Tower with a live English-speaking.Every day · 16:00 · All ages★ 4.68 (222 reviews)Duration: 2h 30mLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 34 per personView
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Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: Turkish Menu & Live ShowCruise the Bosphorus on the Mega Lüfer yacht for 3 hours with a multi-course Turkish dinner.Every day · 20:40 · All ages★ 4.92 (204 reviews)Duration: 3h✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 30 per personView
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise with Palaces & Audio GuideSail past Dolmabahçe Palace, Maiden's Tower & two suspension bridges on Istanbul's Bosphorus. Daytime or sunset, mobile audio guide in 9 languages, soft drinks included.Every day · 16:00 · All ages★ 4.68 (249 reviews)Duration: 2hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 9.90 per personView
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Afternoon Cruise with Turkish CoffeeFeel Istanbul’s pulse on a Bosphorus cruise: historic palaces, waterfront mansions, and fresh Turkish coffee served onboard. Includes guide and sweet treats.Every day · 13:00 · All ages★ 4.98 (137 reviews)Duration: 2hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 34 per personView
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Istanbul Bosphorus: Night Yacht Cruise with Wine & Live ViolinFeel the pulse of Istanbul on a luxury Bosphorus night cruise: city lights, live violin, wine, and snacks. Includes pickup and local guide for a relaxed evening.Every day · 18:15, 18:30 and 18:45 · All ages★ 4.94 (218 reviews)Duration: 2h✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 51 per personView
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Private Yacht Cruise Istanbul: Bosphorus Views & SwimmingCruise the Bosphorus on a private luxury yacht with snacks and drinks included. Choose between a guided tour.Every day · No fixed time★ 4.98 (141 reviews)Duration: 2h✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 326 per groupView
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Istanbul Bosphorus Yacht Cruise & Black Sea Swim with LunchFeel the breeze on a Bosphorus yacht cruise from Istanbul, enjoy lunch onboard, explore Anadolu Kavagi’s castle views, and swim in the Black Sea. Includes pickup.Next departure: 17 Mar 2027 · Pickup available · Up to age 70★ 4.87 (475 reviews)Duration: 5hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 169 per personView
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Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise: Coffee, Palaces & Bridge ViewsBosphorus afternoon cruise from Kabataş with Turkish coffee, guide commentary on Dolmabahce Palace and Maiden's Tower. 2 hours, small groups, soft drinks included.Every day · 13:00 · All ages★ 4.96 (134 reviews)Duration: 2hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 56 per personView
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Night Cruise & Wine on Luxury Yacht2-hour Bosphorus night cruise from Viaport Marina with wine, fruit and nuts. See Dolmabahce Palace, Maiden's Tower and illuminated bridges. Small groups, nightly departures.Every day · 18:15, 18:30 and 18:45 · Up to age 80★ 4.98 (122 reviews)Duration: 2h✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 56 per personView
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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Tour Istanbul: 2-Hour Cruise With DrinksTwo-hour yacht cruise along Istanbul's Bosphorus at sunset, departing from Karaköy pier with drinks, snacks and live commentary in English or Turkish.Every day · Every 30 min, 10:00 to 22:00 · All ages★ 4.91 (126 reviews)Duration: 2hLive guide: EN · TR✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 33 per personView
Istanbul Bosphorus: Night Yacht Cruise with Wine & Palace ViewsFeel Istanbul’s Bosphorus at night on a small group yacht cruise. Sip wine, watch palaces glow, and drift past the Maiden’s Tower. Includes snacks and pickup.Every day · 18:15, 18:30 and 18:45 · All ages★ 4.93 (81 reviews)Duration: 2h✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 56 per personView
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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise Istanbul: Expert Guide, Two HoursSunset yacht cruise on the Bosphorus and Golden Horn in Istanbul with English-speaking guide, snacks and drinks included.Every day · 16:30 · Season until 30 Nov · All ages★ 4.62 (69 reviews)Duration: 2hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 55 per personView
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Istanbul: Dolmabahçe Palace Tour & Sunset Bosphorus YachtStep inside Dolmabahçe Palace, then drift along the Bosphorus at sunset on a yacht with Turkish tea and baklava. Includes snacks, guide, and city pickup.Tue–Sun · 12:45, 13:00 and 13:15 · All ages★ 4.98 (98 reviews)Duration: 5hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 146 per personView
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Istanbul: Dolmabahce Palace Tour & Bosphorus Yacht SunsetFeel the grandeur of Dolmabahce Palace, then sail the Bosphorus at sunset with snacks, Turkish tea, and a local guide. Includes entry and cruise.Tue–Sun · 12:45, 13:00 and 13:15 · All ages★ 4.94 (98 reviews)Duration: 5hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 169 per personView
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Istanbul: Private Bosphorus Yacht Cruise & Palace ViewsPrivate yacht cruise on the Bosphorus with views of Dolmabahce Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Maiden's Tower & villas. Includes water, snacks & tea.Every day · 11 start times, 06:00 to 21:00★ 4.94 (66 reviews)Duration: 2h✓ Instant confirmation.from US$ 708 per groupView
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Istanbul: Dolmabahçe Palace & Bosphorus Yacht CruiseDolmabahçe Palace tour with 5-hour Bosphorus yacht cruise. Guide, palace entry, refreshments included. See Galata Tower, Maiden's Tower, Rumeli Fortress.Tue–Sun · 12:45, 13:00 and 13:15 · All ages★ 4.85 (54 reviews)Duration: 5hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 157 per personView
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Istanbul: Dolmabahce Palace & Bosphorus Yacht CruiseHalf-day Dolmabahce Palace tour with 2.5-hour Bosphorus yacht cruise. Includes palace entry, guide, hotel pickup, and refreshments. Air-conditioned transport.Tue–Sun · 11:30 and 14:30 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.93 (46 reviews)Duration: 4hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 182 per personView
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Istanbul: Private Bosphorus Yacht Cruise & Palace ViewsPrivate luxury yacht on Istanbul's Bosphorus with captain & crew. Passes Dolmabahce Palace, Maiden's Tower, Galata Bridge. Up to 15 people, coffee & WiFi included.Every day · 18 start times, 07:00 to 01:00★ 4.70 (20 reviews)Duration: 2hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 393 per groupView
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Private Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Istanbul: 2-3 HoursPrivate yacht cruise on the Bosphorus with dinner, drinks and views of Dolmabahce Palace, Maiden's Tower and Hagia Sophia from the water, grilled meat.Every day · No fixed time★ 4.84 (19 reviews)Duration: 2h–3h✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 284 per personView
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Istanbul: Dolmabahce Palace & Bosphorus Sunset Yacht TourDolmabahce Palace guided tour with English guide and Bosphorus sunset yacht cruise. Includes snacks. See historical palaces and bridges along the 30km strait.Tue–Sun · 12:45, 13:00 and 13:15 · All ages★ 4.90 (20 reviews)Duration: 5hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 146 per personView