• Bosphorus Strait - Known as the Ox-ford in English, the Bosphorus stretches approximately twenty miles, sometimes resembling a river, other times like a lake surrounded by land. Before it merges with the Black Sea, it transforms into a rugged, untamed channel. The Bosphorus breathes with a steady rhythm, mirrored by the gentle splashes of caiques. It captivates travelers with its radiant light and the dazzling white glow of the sun reflecting on its surface, under a blue sky. Flowing through Istanbul, it divides the city into two parts, a city built on seven hills. Julia Pardoe, an early admirer, described it as having a clear sky, sparkling sea, densely populated hills, strategic location, political significance, and above all, a remarkable novelty, making each day under its sunny sky a time of immense pleasure.
• Dolmabahce Palace - Until the 17th century, the site of the palace was one of the bays along the Bosphorus. The legendary ship, ARGOS, used by the Argonauts in their quest for the Golden Fleece, anchored here.
• Ortakoy - The Ortaköy Mosque, officially known as the Büyük Mecidiye Camii, is located in Beşiktaş, Istanbul, Turkey. It stands at the waterside of the Ortaköy pier square, a popular spot on the Bosphorus.
• Bosphorus Bridge - Opened on October 29, 1973, marking the fiftieth anniversary of the Turkish Republic, this bridge boasts the longest span in Europe and the fourth longest in the world. The suspension bridge measures 1560 meters (1706 yards) in total length and 33.4 meters (110 ft) in width. The span between pylons is 1074 meters (1175 yards), with a clearance of 64 meters (210 ft) above sea level. Constructed by a British-German consortium, a second bridge connecting Europe and Asia over the Bosphorus was completed in 1989 between Emirgan and Kanlica.
• Dolmabahce Palace - The Dolmabahçe Mosque, located in Istanbul, Turkey, was commissioned by Bezmi Alem Valide Sultan, the queen’s mother.
• Beylerbeyi Palace - Positioned on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus between Kuzguncuk and Cengelköy, this palace was constructed by Sultan Abdülaziz in 1865. Viewed from the Bosphorus, Beylerbeyi Palace appears as a white vision from a fairy tale. It is the most lavish royal residence of the 19th century, with millions spent on its construction. Made entirely of marble, it surpasses all European royal palaces. Empress Eugénie, Czar Nicholas II of Russia, and Edward VIII were among its distinguished guests. Marble lionesses rest on stone carpets set in lawns, while swans glide and fish swim in the discreet pool where pigeons catch the fountain’s spray on their wings.
• KIz Kulesi - Located about 180 meters from the shores of Üsküdar, this tower is known by two names. Europeans called it Leander’s Tower, mistakenly believing Leander drowned here while swimming the Bosphorus to reach his beloved Hero, the priestess of Aphrodite. However, Leander never crossed here, even in legend. The story of the Maiden’s Tower, though unverified, tells of Constantine building the tower to protect his daughter from a foretold snake bite. She was imprisoned there until an officer fell in love with her and sent a basket of peaches and figs. A snake hidden under a fig leaf bit the princess, but the officer arrived in time to suck the poison from her arm. The tower was rebuilt during Ahmet III’s reign.
• Galata Koprusu - The Galata Bridge spans the Golden Horn in Istanbul, Turkey. Since the late 19th century, it has been a prominent feature in Turkish literature, theater, poetry, and novels.
• Galata Tower - The Galata Tower, known as Christea Turris by the Genoese, is a medieval stone tower located in the Galata/Karaköy district of Istanbul, Turkey, just north of where the Golden Horn meets the Bosphorus.

• Bottled water
• Daily fresh seasonal fruit plate
• Turkish tea and coffee
• Delicious canapés and snacks
• Homemade lemonade with mint
• Professional tour guide

• Hotel Transfers

The most impressive way to see Istanbul is from the sea! In this tour view both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul on a 90 minutes cruise on the Bosphorus. Take the opportunity to see the both side of istanbul. and historic places of the bosphorus.

Board our two-deck yacht for an unforgettable Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise. You will have panoramic views of the Dolmabahçe Palace, Bosphorus Bridges, Ortakoy Mosque, Beylerbeyi Palace, Maiden’s Tower, and more. During your 90 minutes Bosphorus cruise you will be free to wander between the decks to take the best pictures of Istanbul’s attractions.

Our experienced guide will tell you the history of what you view during the cruise. The Bosphorus has a long history and our guides know fun facts you.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.