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15 Best Sailing In Istanbul

Worth your time in Istanbul.

The 15 sailing travellers book most in Istanbul, from the headline sights to the quieter finds. What each one costs, how long it runs, and whether it earns a slot on a short trip.

15 Best Sailing In Istanbul

Istanbul: Sunset or Day Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks - Daytime vs Sunset: which option suits your photo style
Bosphorus Sunset & Yacht Cruises, Cruises & Boat Tours, Evening Experiences, Istanbul, Sailing, Tour Reviews

Istanbul: Sunset or Day Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks

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1.Istanbul: Sunset or Day Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks

Small-group Bosphorus yacht cruise in Istanbul with snacks, fruit, tea and a multi-language audio guide, timed for sunset or day views.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“I really enjoyed seeing Istanbul from the Bosphorus and the boat and food were very good. The audio guide buffered and was quite frustrating so I decided just to enjoy the view and check my Google maps if I needed to know what I was looking at. It was a bit chilly so we were…”

3,774 reviews2 hoursFrom $31by Stambultour Travel Agency

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide - Getting to Kabataş Square (and Why It Matters)
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide

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2.Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide

Watch Istanbul’s Bosphorus sunset from a comfy yacht with a live English guide, mint lemonade, canapés, and major landmark photo stops.

★ 4.9

“A great experience, one of the best things we did while in Istanbul. We saw stuff that we wouldn't otherwise see. Our guide was super funny and friendly, and a pleasure to listen to. We weren't bored for a second. We would do it again!”

2,845 reviews2.3 hoursFrom $19by Golden City Tours

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Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience: Visit the Asian Side - What $60.46 buys you: snacks, Turkish coffee, and time well spent
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Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience: Visit the Asian Side

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3.Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience: Visit the Asian Side

A guided Bosphorus yacht cruise to the Asian side with snacks, Turkish coffee, and a Kanlıca yogurt stop, plus easy hotel pickup.

★ 5.0

“Communication was good and we were given a time for the shuttle to pick us up. As soon as our bus bearded the boat we were off seeing the sites. The way the tour goes if you sit on the left side of the boat you will have the best views although if you're sitting…”

2,251 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $60.46by Velena Travel

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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Experience: Istanbul’s Best - On-Board Comfort: What the Yacht Experience Really Means
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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Experience: Istanbul’s Best

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4.Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Experience: Istanbul’s Best

Sunset Bosphorus yacht cruise with canapés, lemonade or juice, and guided stories past Dolmabahce and Rumelihisari.

★ 5.0

“Highly recommend this great tour. Smaller boat and smaller group makes it so much more enjoyable. Communications with the operator is first rate - especially if you book hotel transfer. Staff, guide and drivers are friendly, attentive and great. Learned a lot about the history of this magical city. Snacks and drinks are a very…”

2,181 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $48.37by Bosphorus Cruise Tours Istanbul

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Sunset or Daytime Istanbul Guided Luxury Yacht Cruise with Snacks - Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy, and the Bosphorus shoreline you can actually read
Bosphorus Sunset & Yacht Cruises, Cruises & Boat Tours, Evening Experiences, Guided, Istanbul, Sailing, Tour Reviews, VIP

Sunset or Daytime Istanbul Guided Luxury Yacht Cruise with Snacks

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5.Sunset or Daytime Istanbul Guided Luxury Yacht Cruise with Snacks

2-hour Bosphorus yacht cruise with live English guide, sunset views, Turkish snacks, tea and coffee, plus classic Istanbul landmarks.

★ 5.0

“The sites were so gorgeous to see from the water when all lit up after sunset. It was a mid-size boat with less people ( 20ish) so more enjoyable then those crowded ones, but it was not a “luxury yach”. Fasle advertising. The guide was a nice person but not a good tour guide. He…”

1,977 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $24.19by Istanbul Express Travel

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Istanbul Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht - Guided Group Cruise - Boarding safely: where people can trip and how to avoid it
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Istanbul Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht – Guided Group Cruise

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6.Istanbul Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht – Guided Group Cruise

Small-group Istanbul sunset cruise on a luxury yacht with guide, mint lemonade, fruit, baklava, and live Bosphorus landmark commentary. 2 hours.

★ 5.0

“Everything went perfectly well – truly one of the best memories from Istanbul! The team arrived right on time, the atmosphere was set with beautiful Turkish tunes, and we had an absolutely amazing time from start to finish. Highly recommended!”

1,891 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $22.86by Bosphorus Tour Organisations

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Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on the Asian Side - (Morning or Afternoon) - Kanlıca on the Asian side: yogurt, Turkish coffee, and a real reset
Bosphorus Sunset & Yacht Cruises, Cruises & Boat Tours, Istanbul, Morning, Sailing, Tour Reviews, Two Continents Asia & Europe Tours

Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on the Asian Side – (Morning or Afternoon)

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Yacht Cruise at Sunset with Snacks - The Route: From Dolmabahçe to Maiden’s Tower (Plus Bridges and Fortresses)
Bosphorus Sunset & Yacht Cruises, Cruises & Boat Tours, Evening Experiences, Istanbul, Sailing, Tour Reviews

Istanbul: Bosphorus Yacht Cruise at Sunset with Snacks

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on a Luxury Yacht - Where the cruise starts and how the timing really works
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on a Luxury Yacht

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9.Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on a Luxury Yacht

Luxury Bosphorus sunset cruise from Kabataş: 25-meter yacht, guided city views, Turkish snacks, 2.5 hours.

★ 4.8

“the tour was great and tour guide was very knowledgeable, friendly and funny. Only feedback would be to make sure you have white wine and service cheese with the fruit plate. Of, and don't miss the sunset! Otherwise, it was fabulous!”

1,435 reviews2.5 hoursFrom $59by VELENA TRAVEL

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Bosphorus Sunset: An Enchanting Yacht Cruise in Istanbul - Meeting point and pickup: the part that can make or break your evening
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Bosphorus Sunset: An Enchanting Yacht Cruise in Istanbul

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10.Bosphorus Sunset: An Enchanting Yacht Cruise in Istanbul

See Istanbul from the Bosphorus at sunset on a small yacht. Includes snacks, tea, and hotel pickup where available.

★ 5.0

“This tour operator is terrible. Don't book it. I ask when I booked it if I would be able to ride my mobility scooter to the boat. I got no answer. They notified me that they would pick us up at our hotel at 5:15 and showed up ant 5:50 after the tour was to…”

1,145 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $72.56by Velena Travel

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Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht with Transfers - Ortaköy Mosque, the Bosphorus Bridge, and the shoreline photo run
Bosphorus Sunset & Yacht Cruises, Cruises & Boat Tours, Evening Experiences, Istanbul, Sailing, Tour Reviews, VIP

Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht with Transfers

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Luxury Sunset Yacht Cruise on the Bosphorus – Refresh & Relax - Meeting at İdo Kabataş: how to make boarding painless
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Luxury Sunset Yacht Cruise on the Bosphorus – Refresh & Relax

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12.Luxury Sunset Yacht Cruise on the Bosphorus – Refresh & Relax

A guided 2.5-hour Bosphorus sunset yacht cruise with snacks, tea, and big landmark views, plus Bridge lights and helpful narration.

★ 5.0

“The boat and crew were great! The boat looked just like the photos. The crew and guide were very attentive and gave good information. My only complaint would be that the boat was a little too full, a few less people would have been ideal. I get sea sick very easily and did not have…”

966 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $50.79by Sunset Bosphorus Yacht Cruises

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on Asian Side - Getting to Dolmabahçe Mosque: The One Part That Needs Your Attention
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on Asian Side

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13.Istanbul: Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on Asian Side

2.5-hour Bosphorus yacht cruise with a quick Asian-side stop in Kanlıca. See Europe and Asia, bridges, palaces, and snacks.

★ 4.9

“the boat was excellent. it was clean and comfy and everything was on time. the guide was extremely knowledgeable and informative with some witty humour. I would recommend this trip to everyone”

925 reviews2.5 hoursFrom $47by VELENA TRAVEL

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Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Tour – Asian Side Stop & Exploration - Bosphorus bridges and the in-between places: Galatasaray Island to Bebek Bay
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Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Tour – Asian Side Stop & Exploration

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14.Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Tour – Asian Side Stop & Exploration

Luxury Bosphorus yacht cruise with a Kanlıca yogurt stop, snacks, and an English guide pointing out Ottoman palaces and bridges.

★ 5.0

“A beautiful yacht with an excellent crew, plenty of information from the guide, and a wonderful ride—highly recommended.”

697 reviews2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.)From $33.86by Sunset Bosphorus Yacht Cruises

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Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht with Transfers - Price and Value: Why $42.33 Can Actually Make Sense
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Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht with Transfers

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15.Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht with Transfers

A 2-hour luxury Bosphorus sunset cruise with hotel transfers, onboard lemonade, fruit, sweets, and guided views of Istanbul’s European and Asian shores.

★ 5.0

“I was contacted by the tour host several hours before journey, even though I booked it one day before trip. Nice yacht, comfortable seats. I recommend to come 20 minutes before departure to choose better places on the upper deck. We were lucky with the weather. And the price was the best. The tour included…”

683 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $42.33by Yacht Cruises: Bosphorus

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