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    Pass By: Dolmabahce Palace, Visnezade Mahallesi Dolmabahce Cd, Istanbul 34357 Turkey

    Dolmabahce Palace stands on the European shore of the Bosphorus and the with its various dependencies forms almost a little town, its gardens extending for a mile or more along the water's edge.

    Pass By: Ciragan Palace Kempinski, Yıldız, Çırağan Cd. No:32, 34349 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Turkey

    Situated between Besiktas and Ortaköy on the European shore of the Bosphorus stands the ruins of the Ciragan Palace, built by Sultan Abdülaziz, during the years 1863-1867. It resembles the Dolmabahce Palace with its long facade and its baroque architectural style.

    Pass By: Ortakoy, Istanbul Turkey

    Ortaköy Mosque, officially the Büyük Mecidiye Camii in Beşiktaş, Istanbul, Turkey, is situated at the waterside of the Ortaköy pier square, one of the most popular locations on the Bosphorus.

    Pass By: Bosphorus Bridge, Kuzguncuk Mahallesi 15, Istanbul Turkey

    Which was inaugurated on October 29, 1973 on the fiftieth anniversary of the Turkish Republic, has the longest span in Europe and the fourth in the world. This suspension bridge has a total length of 1560 metres (1706 yards) and a width of 33.4 metres (110ft).

    Pass By: Bebek, Misir konsoloslugu Yani, Istanbul Turkey

    In the 19th century, Ottoman aristocrats picked Bebek's ideal location to build their summer houses and palaces. Today it is still a popular residential area.

    Pass By: Rumeli Fortress, Tarabya Yenikoy Cad., Istanbul Turkey

    RUMELISHISARI FORTRESS - (RUMELIHISARI CASTLE)

    At the narrowest point of the Bosphorus stands the Rumelihisarr Fortress, built by Sultan Mehmet, the Conqueror on the European shore. The Sultan himself on the 26th day of March 1452 laid the foundation stone of the Fortress with a view to controlling the passage of the ships through the Bosphorus and using it as a base for his attack on the city.

    Pass By: Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, Hisarustu Kavacik Yolu, Istanbul Turkey

    The Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, also known as the Second Bosphorus Bridge, is a bridge in Istanbul, Turkey spanning the Bosphorus strait. When completed in 1988, it was the 5th-longest suspension bridge span in the world; today it is the 24th.

    Pass By: Kanlica Meydani, Istanbul Turkey

    Kanlıca is a neighborhood on the Asian side of the Bosphorus strait, in the Beykoz district of Istanbul Province, Turkey. Kanlica is known for its popular specialty, yogurt topped with castor sugar, offered in local restaurants and cafés.

    Pass By: Anadolu Hisari Fort, Anadolu Hisari, Istanbul Turkey

    On the opposite bank stands the Anadoluhisari Fortress by the Göksu stream.

    This romantic castle which adorns the Asiatic shore of the Bosphorus was built in 1395 by Sultan Bayazit, the Thunderbolt and named as "Güzelcehisar". Later it was extended by Mehmet, the Conqueror. Today, as the first possession of Turks on the Bosphorus, it serves as the landmark of Turkish rule.

    Pass By: Kucuksu Pavilion, Kucuksu Cad. No:12 Anadoluhisari, Beykoz, Istanbul Turkey

    KUCUKSU PALACE

    The summer Palace of Kucuksu, sometimes called the Palace of Göksu, is situated between the villages of Anadoluhisan and Kandilli on the Asiatic shore of the Bosphorus.

    Pass By: Beylerbeyi Palace, Abdullahaga Cad., Istanbul Turkey

    BEYLERBEYI PALACE

    Situated on the Asiatic shore of the Bosphorus between the villages of Kuzguncuk and Cengelköy, the palace was built by Sultan Abdülaziz in 1865. Beylerbeyi Palace seen from the Bosphorus floats like a white vision in a fairy tale. It is the most extravagant royal house of the 19th Century on which millions were spent.

    Pass By: KIz Kulesi, Uskudar, Istanbul Turkey

    KIZKULESI (MAIDEN'S TOWER - LEANDER'S TOWER)

    About 180 metres away from the shores of Üsküdar stands this tower which bears two different names. Europeans who named it the Leander's Tower thought that it was here where Leander was drowned while attempting to swim the Bosphorus to reach his beloved Hero, the priestess of Aphrodite. But, in fact, Leander never crossed here even in the legend which refers to the Hellespont, Dardanelles.

    Pass By: Galata Koprusu, Kemankes Karamustafa Pasa Mahallesi Beyoglu, Istanbul 34425 Turkey

    The Galata Bridge is a bridge that spans the Golden Horn in Istanbul, Turkey. From the end of the 19th century in particular, the bridge has featured in Turkish literature, theater, poetry and novels.

    Pass By: Galata Tower, Buyuk Hendek Cad. 2, Istanbul Turkey

    The Galata Tower — called Christea Turris by the Genoese — is a medieval stone tower in the Galata/Karaköy quarter of Istanbul, Turkey, just to the north of the Golden Horn's junction with the Bosphorus.
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    Important Information
    Departure Point
    Kabatas Station, Ömer Avni, 34427 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Turkey
    Duration
    2h 30m
    Return Details
    Returns to original departure point
    Inclusions
    • This insightful tour is guided and commentated by an experienced host
    • Complimentary drinks (Tamarind sherbet -Demirhindi şerbeti-, a quintessential Ottoman recipe, made using 41 different spices and herbs), tea and coffee
    • State-of-the-art and customized vessels for passengers, LUXURY YACHT
    • Delicious canapés and snacks served aboard
    • Unique and unbeatable photo opportunities during SUNSET
    • Bottled water
    • Coffee and/or Tea
    • Snacks - Daily prepared fresh season fruits
    Exclusions
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Food and drinks, unless specified
    • Gratuities
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    Additional Info
    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • The cruise is weather permitting and schedule may change daily
    • Schedule subject to change without notice
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • 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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
    Cancellation Policy
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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    I have been to Istanbul many times after living in a different part of turkey for many years . However my mum had never been and I wanted her to experience a bit of Istanbul from the water and this tour was such a great way to do this ! The staff were amazing and so helpful !
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    Response from ArimaTrav, Guest Relations Manager at Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht
    Responded 1 week ago
    Dear Victoria, We wholeheartedly thank for taking part of our Bosphorus sunset cruise and we are so much pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time on the cruise. We simply gain to provide unique experiences to our guests with an effort of high range of service quality. We wish to see you back in Istanbul. With warm regards,
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    I'll start by saying the tour was great but everyone wants to get to the top deck and get an unobstructed view....skip the top deck and stay on the main level and go the back where there is room for 10, except nobody is there. The cruise takes you up along the Europe side then
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    We went end of December as it was only 5 degrees outside and it was still worth it. The boat has a big indoor area and it was only 15 people. The crew served us some served some nice hot tea and local snacks. Tour is not too long about 2 hours but give a good first glance at the
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    The crew members were really helpful. We had a great time. Totally recommend it to everyone visiting Turkey.
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    it was a very nice experience , all the staff were amazing !! no delay , the guide was super must to do
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    By: Bosphorus Tour Istanbul
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    204juandavidf
    México, Colombia
    42
    NYE Cruise
    Awesome NYE Cruise. Tugrul is amazing and very helpful. No doubt the best company for Bosphorus cruises in
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    Reviewbell
    Ayr
    26
    Sunset Cruise
    I have been to Istanbul many times after living in a different part of turkey for many years . However my mum had
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    miyasee2020
    Istanbul, Turkey
    12
    good day of Istanbul sightseeing
    we only had a day in Istanbul and wanted to explore as much as possible in a day. were seekung for a day on which
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    slieder
    San Diego, California
    8539
    Great view of the Bosphorus but find the secret viewing spot.....
    I'll start by saying the tour was great but everyone wants to get to the top deck and get an unobstructed
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    Epichrisurious
    Zurich, Switzerland
    3017
    Worth it even during winter!
    We went end of December as it was only 5 degrees outside and it was still worth it. The boat has a big indoor area
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    sultani2016
    23
    Amazing!
    The crew members were really helpful. We had a great time. Totally recommend it to everyone visiting Turkey.
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    iamburgess305
    11
    Phenomenal tour
    This was the absolute best tour ever. We only had 7 hours in Istanbul and our tour guide went above and beyond to
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    692ghitas
    21
    sunset cruise
    it was a very nice experience , all the staff were amazing !! no delay , the guide was super must to do
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    Boat Milica L
    Virpazar, Montenegro
    182
    Amazing day!
    This was unplanned trip, but in the end it was one of the best days we had in istanbul! We took a sunset tour and
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    the_lowdown
    Toronto, Canada
    211150
    A perfect day!
    My friends and I booked this cruise just a couple of days prior via email. They responded quickly and we were to
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    Massimiliano64
    Milan, Italy
    56
    Wonderful, unforgettable cruise
    Fantastic staff, excellent english guide on a wonderful boat sailing one of the most enchanting, magic seas all
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    Queenie886
    London, United Kingdom
    8552
    Amazing trip
    I’ve been to Istanbul several times before but this was the first time I had done a cruise. My partner booked this
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    Gowri23
    Singapore, Singapore
    8727
    Thank you!
    I have to say that this sunset cruise really tried their best to give me a sunset view. I have done this in June
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    prudyh2018
    Lake Tahoe (California), California
    93
    Lovely evening cruise through history
    This was a wonderful cruise on a comfortable yacht. The crew were attentive, informative and friendly. The food
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    ahmeteH2927LU
    11
    A lovely cruise with lunch on the Bosphorus
    We wanted to see Bosphorus and also the Black Sea, after comparing some similiar cruises, we decided to give a try
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