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 Sunset Sightseeing Cruise & Soft Drinks
Cruise the legendary Bosphorus Strait between Europe and Asia at daytime or sunset, enjoying breathtaking views of Istanbul’s palaces, bridges and historic waterfront with an easy-to-use multilingual audio guide and unforgettable photo moments. Discover Istanbul from the water on this unforgettab...
Duration: 2 hours
Meeting point: Mega Lüfer Yachts - 3 (Cibali)
Starting from 525 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 Sunset Sightseeing Cruise & Soft Drinks
Cruise the legendary Bosphorus Strait between Europe and Asia at daytime or sunset, enjoying breathtaking views of Istanbul’s palaces, bridges and historic waterfront with an easy-to-use multilingual audio guide and u...
- From
- TRY 400
- 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 Sunset Sightseeing Cruise & Soft Drinks
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Free 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
Cruise the legendary Bosphorus Strait between Europe and Asia at daytime or sunset, enjoying breathtaking views of Istanbul’s palaces, bridges and historic waterfront with an easy-to-use multilingual audio guide and unforgettable photo moments.
Discover Istanbul from the water on this unforgettable Bosphorus sightseeing cruise — the perfect way to soak up the city’s unique skyline and history without the crowds. Whether you choose a daytime tour with bright views or a sunset cruise glowing with warm colors, you’ll glide along the Bosphorus Strait and cruise past world-famous sights while listening to an engaging multilingual audio guide that brings each landmark to life.
Onboard your comfortable sightseeing vessel, relax as you take in spectacular views of Dolmabahçe Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Ortaköy Mosque, Bosphorus Bridge, Küçüksu Palace, Beylerbeyi Palace, and the iconic Maiden’s Tower — all narrated in your language through your audio guide.
Whether you’re here for a short stay or want to start your Istanbul experience on a high note, this cruise delivers panoramic views, fascinating stories, and perfect photo opportunities. Sip your included soft drinks, tea, or coffee, and let the magnificent city unfold before you from a perspective few visitors see.
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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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 Sunset Sightseeing Cruise & Soft Drinks
20% OFFThis option includes the Bosphorus Sunset Sightseeing cruise, mobile audio guide, water, tea and coffee. Foods, soft drinks and alcoholic drinks are available for an extra charge.
Meeting Point: Mega Lüfer Yachts - 3 Kabataş
Balat Abdülezel Paşa caddesi Kadir Has Üniversitesi, Balat, Parkı Önü Karşısı, 34093 Fatih/İstanbul
Free cancellation available
%20
$10.68
$8.55
1 Adult (8+) x $10.68
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
31,279 Reviews(4.9 / 5)
TripAdvisor4.8(2,739)
Google4.8(8,860)
GetYourGuide5(19,443)
Viator4.7(237)
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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.
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Mega Lüfer Yachts | Bosphorus Dinner Cruise İstanbul | Sunset & Daytime Tours
Omar Alsaed
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shirin nouraein
in the last weekThis was one of the worst experiences I have had with this tour. A server named Fatih was extremely rude and insulting toward customers. When I spoke with the supervisor, they said he acted “unconsciously,” meaning that he was not in a normal condition. If that was the case, he should not have been working or interacting with customers. Nothing about this situation was acceptable. This was my second time visiting, but after this experience, I will not return and cannot recommend this tour to anyone. It is concerning that someone in that condition was allowed to serve customers.
Little Mermaid
in the last week
Perry Hoffman
in the last weekAlthough very touristy, it was a great experience. Dinner was decent, entertainment was great and seeing the nightlights of Istanbul was amazing.
Mariyana Bahdasaryan
in the last weekAmazing experience and service. Ulas had made sure to provide the best possible service. Thank you.
Serkan Bayer
in the last weekUlaş is the best waiter around.
Nihat
in the last weekWe chose this place to host our guests from out of town. The route, the food, the drinks, the local dances, and the service were fantastic. Head waiter Yavuz Bey took excellent care of us. I highly recommend it.
Fatma Gizem Baran
in the last weekWe were very pleased with our waiter, Mr. Yavuz. He is very attentive, caring, and does his job well. Thank you very much. Our friends who came from out of town also loved the service and the facility :))
özcan Kartal
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María Monge Barrio
in the last week
M Mohammad
in the last weekThank you, brother Huseyin koç, you are the epitome of refinement and respect, and a very kind and generous man.
Sude Korkmaz
in the last weekWell done!
Adriana Corrêa
in the last weekIt was a fantastic experience, the service was exceptional. We were assisted by Hasan, who went out of his way to make us feel comfortable; he deserves all the praise! Despite encountering rain during the trip, the Bosphorus at night is beautiful and the excursion is well worth it. The traditional dances are very beautiful, and the final performance involves everyone on the yacht – it was a lot of fun!
Leane Daurat
in the last week
privatecyprusguide
in the last weekIt was a wonderful evening. The waiters, in particular, were diligent and hardworking. Sait was friendly and attentive. The dances, reflecting Turkish culture, were commendable. The only downside to such a beautiful atmosphere was the poor sound system, which detracted from the experience.
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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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