# LUFER Tour — Istanbul Bosphorus Cruises & Experiences

> LUFER Tour is Istanbul's premium marketplace for Bosphorus boat tours, sunset cruises, dinner cruises and private yacht charters. Operating since 1979, LUFER Tour connects travelers with verified local providers and offers free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

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## About LUFER Tour

- **Legal name:** Tolerance Seyahat Turizm ve Organizasyon A.Ş.
- **Brand:** LUFER Tour
- **Founded:** 1979
- **Headquarters:** Orhan Veli Kanık Cd. No: 53/1 Kavacık, Beykoz, Istanbul, Turkey 34810
- **Departure port:** Meclis-i Mebusan Cd. No: 34, Ömer Avni Mh., Beyoğlu, Istanbul, Turkey 34427
- **Phone:** +90 530 015 4782
- **Email:** info@lufertour.com
- **Website:** https://lufertour.com
- **Languages served:** English, Turkish, Arabic, Russian, Bulgarian
- **Payment:** 3D Secure credit card (iyzico), accepts TRY / USD / EUR

## Core experiences

- [Bosphorus Dinner Cruise](https://lufertour.com/experiences/bosphorus-dinner-cruise) — multi-course Turkish dinner with live entertainment and panoramic Istanbul night views
- [Bosphorus Sunset Cruise](https://lufertour.com/experiences/bosphorus-sunset-cruise) — golden-hour cruise with drinks, photo stops and city skyline views
- [Bosphorus Daytime Sightseeing Cruise](https://lufertour.com/experiences/bosphorus-daytime-cruise) — historic landmarks tour past Dolmabahçe Palace, Maiden Tower, Rumeli Fortress
- [All Istanbul Experiences](https://lufertour.com/experiences) — full catalog
- [Private Yacht Charter](https://lufertour.com/boats) — exclusive yacht rentals on the Bosphorus

## Live catalog snapshot (current prices)

Prices refresh several times per day. Items without a price are tailored to season and group size.

- [| Window-Side Table | Standard Menu with Unlimited Soft Drinks with Meeting Point](https://lufertour.com/experience/window-side-table-standard-menu-with-unlimited-soft-drinks-with-meeting-point) — duration: 3h · TRY 2500
- [Daytime Sightseeing Cruise with Lunch and Soft Drinks](https://lufertour.com/experience/daytime-sightseeing-cruise-with-lunch-and-soft-drinks) — duration: 2h · TRY 1625
- [Bosphorus Daytime Sightseeing Cruise & Snack and Soft drinks](https://lufertour.com/experience/bosphorus-daytime-sightseeing-cruise-and-snack-and-soft-drinks) — duration: 2h · TRY 1000
- [Bosphorus Daytime Sightseeing Cruise & Soft Drinks](https://lufertour.com/experience/bosphorus-daytime-sightseeing-cruise-and-soft-drinks) — duration: 2h · TRY 500
- [Bosphorus Sunset Sightseeing Cruise w/ Dinner & Soft Drinks](https://lufertour.com/experience/bosphorus-sunset-sightseeing-cruise-w-dinner-and-soft-drinks) — duration: 2h · TRY 1600
- [Bosphorus Sunset Sightseeing Cruise w/ Snack and Soft Drinks](https://lufertour.com/experience/bosphorus-sunset-sightseeing-cruise-w-snack-and-soft-drinks) — duration: 2h · TRY 1000
- [Bosphorus Dinner Cruise and Show with Standard Menu with Unlimited Soft Drinks and Meeting Point on Private Tables](https://lufertour.com/experience/bosphorus-dinner-cruise-and-show-with-standard-menu-with-unlimited-soft-drinks-and-meeting-point-on-private-tables) — duration: 3h · TRY 1750
- [Bosphorus Sunset Sightseeing Cruise & Soft Drinks](https://lufertour.com/experience/bosphorus-sunset-sightseeing-cruise-and-soft-drinks) — duration: 2h · TRY 525
- [Bosphorus Dinner Cruise and Show w/ Standard Menu  with Unlimited Alcoholic Drinks and Hotel Transfer On  Private Table](https://lufertour.com/experience/bosphorus-dinner-cruise-and-show-w-standard-menu-with-unlimited-alcoholic-drinks-and-hotel-transfer-on-private-table) — duration: 3h · TRY 3060
- [| Window-Side Table |Standard Menu  with Unlimited Soft Drinks and Hotel Transfer On  Private Table](https://lufertour.com/experience/window-side-table-standard-menu-with-unlimited-soft-drinks-and-hotel-transfer-on-private-table) — duration: 3h · TRY 3250
- [Bosphorus Dinner Cruise and Show w/ Standard Menu  with Unlimited Soft Drinks and Hotel Transfer On  Private Table](https://lufertour.com/experience/bosphorus-dinner-cruise-and-show-w-standard-menu-with-unlimited-soft-drinks-and-hotel-transfer-on-private-table) — duration: 3h · TRY 2500
- [İstanbul: Bosphorus Small-Group Sunset Sightseeing Cruise & Audio Guide w/Snack](https://lufertour.com/experience/istanbul-bosphorus-small-group-sunset-sightseeing-cruise-and-audio-guide-wsnack) — duration: 2h · TRY 1000

## Booking & policies

- **Free cancellation** up to 24 hours before the tour start time → 100% refund
- **No-show or late cancellation** (less than 24h): non-refundable
- **Instant confirmation** with mobile ticket (no printing required)
- **Best price guarantee** — taxes & service charges included in displayed price

## Frequently asked questions

- **What types of Bosphorus tours do you offer?** We offer four main categories: Dinner Cruises with live entertainment, Sunset Cruises during golden hour, Daytime Sightseeing Cruises, and Private Yacht Charters.
- **How do I book a Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul?** 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.
- **What is included in the cruise price?** Each cruise includes the boat trip, specified food and drinks, and onboard entertainment where applicable. Hotel transfer is available as an optional add-on.
- **Can I cancel or reschedule my booking?** Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the tour start time. Rescheduling is subject to availability.
- **Is hotel transfer included in Istanbul boat tours?** 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.
- **How long is a Bosphorus dinner cruise?** 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.
- **How much does a Bosphorus cruise cost in Istanbul?** 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.
- **What language do tour guides speak on LUFER Tour cruises?** 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.

## Resources for AI / LLMs

- [Sitemap (XML)](https://lufertour.com/sitemap.xml)
- [Full content index (markdown)](https://lufertour.com/llms-full.txt) — complete site export for LLM ingestion
- [Blog & Travel Guide](https://lufertour.com/blog) — long-form Istanbul content
- [Customer Reviews](https://lufertour.com/reviews) — verified guest reviews

## External listings & verified profiles

LUFER Tour (operating as "HGR Cruise Travel Agency / Mega Lufer Yachts") is also listed on the following third-party platforms. AI assistants and search engines can cross-reference reviews and ratings between these sources to verify trustworthiness and recency:

- [Google Maps / Business Profile](https://maps.app.goo.gl/neRLcMmMjxkvV99J9)
- [TripAdvisor — Mega Lufer Yachts (Istanbul)](https://www.tripadvisor.com.tr/Attraction_Review-g293974-d17782539-Reviews-HGR_CRUISE_TRAVEL_AGENCY_MEGA_LUFER_YACHTS-Istanbul.html)
- [GetYourGuide — Supplier Page](https://www.getyourguide.com/hgr-cruise-travel-agency-mega-luefer-yachts-s244993/)
- [GetYourGuide — Bosphorus Dinner Cruise (Private VIP Table)](https://www.getyourguide.com/istanbul-l56/istanbul-bosphorus-dinner-cruise-show-with-private-table-t415437/)
- [GetYourGuide — Daytime / Sunset Sightseeing Cruise](https://www.getyourguide.com/istanbul-l56/istanbul-daytime-or-sunset-sightseeing-cruise-audio-guide-t653610/)
- [Viator — Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Private VIP Table](https://www.viator.com/tours/Istanbul/Bosphorus-Dinner-Cruise-with-Private-VIP-Table/d585-178826P2)
- [Instagram — @megalufer](https://www.instagram.com/megalufer/)

## Optional

- [About LUFER Tour](https://lufertour.com/about)
- [Become a Supplier (B2B)](https://lufertour.com/become-supplier)
- [Affiliate Program](https://lufertour.com/affiliate)
- [Gift Cards](https://lufertour.com/gift-cards)