Question 1

What types of Bosphorus tours do you offer?

Accepted Answer

We offer four main categories: Dinner Cruises with live entertainment, Sunset Cruises during golden hour, Daytime Sightseeing Cruises, and Private Yacht Charters.

Question 2

How do I book a Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

Browse our categories, select the experience that suits you, choose your date and number of guests, then complete the booking with our secure 3D Secure payment system.

Question 3

What is included in the cruise price?

Accepted Answer

Each cruise includes the boat trip, specified food and drinks, and onboard entertainment where applicable. Hotel transfer is available as an optional add-on.

Question 4

Can I cancel or reschedule my booking?

Accepted Answer

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the tour start time. Rescheduling is subject to availability.

Question 5

Is hotel transfer included in Istanbul boat tours?

Accepted Answer

Hotel transfer is available as an optional add-on. We provide pickup and drop-off from hotels in central Istanbul including Sultanahmet, Taksim, and Besiktas districts.

Question 6

How long is a Bosphorus dinner cruise?

Accepted Answer

A typical Bosphorus dinner cruise lasts approximately 3 hours, including boarding, a multi-course dinner, live entertainment with Turkish music and folk shows, and scenic views of the European and Asian shores of Istanbul.

Question 7

How much does a Bosphorus cruise cost in Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

LUFER Tour Bosphorus cruises start from approximately 500 TRY (~€14) per person for sunset and sightseeing tours. Dinner cruises start from 1,300 TRY (~€37) including dinner and entertainment. Private yacht charters start from 1,500 TRY (~€42) per group.

Question 8

What language do tour guides speak on LUFER Tour cruises?

Accepted Answer

Our onboard team communicates in English and Turkish. Pre-booking customer support is available in 9 languages including English, Turkish, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Arabic, Russian, and Greek.

Small Group Bosphorus Cruise

İstanbul: Bosphorus Small-Group Daytime Sightseeing Cruise & Audio Guide w/Snack