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The Bosphorus Strait defines Istanbul. It is the divide between Europe and Asia, and the main connection between the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara. Dotted with parks and elaborate Ottoman mansions, including Dolmabahce Palace, and spanned by three intercontinental bridges, the Bosphorus is the veritable heart of the city.
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Bosphorus tour İstanbul 3 Hours Tour With 1 Hour Stop in Asia Side for Shopping
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Enjoy stunning views of historic Istanbul from the water during this narrated boat tour down the Bosphorus. Cover many of the city’s top attractions from the scenic strait, passing highlights like Galata Tower, Dolmabahce and Topkapi palaces, and Rumeli Fortress. You’ll also head to Asia and back, with a get-down stop on Istanbul’s Anatolian side and free time to explore on your own.
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$19.66
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Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise, Free Refreshment and Audio Guide App
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Istanbul is a city set on the water and to fully experience its beauty and diversity you need to get out onto the Bosphorus Strait. On this ninety-minute cruise you’ll see both the European and Asian halves of Istanbul, enjoy views of many picturesque mosques and palaces, and learn more about Istanbul’s centuries-long history through an audio guide app available in ten languages.
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$10.35
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Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht
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Instead of driving around Istanbul all day in a stuffy tour bus, discover the city’s beauty in style on this relaxing sunset cruise down the Bosphorus, the waterway that marks the border between Asian Turkey and European Turkey. From the open-air deck of your luxury yacht, see riverside landmarks like the Dolmabahçe Palace, the Ortaköy Mosque and the Rumeli Fortress, all lit by the beautiful dusk light.
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$51.74
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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
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Enjoy a traditional Turkish dinner as straddle two continents on a 4-hour dinner cruise in Istanbul.The leisurely nighttime route along the Bosphorus takes you past the most iconic landmarks of both the Asian and European sides of the city. While you dine, enjoy live belly dancing, folk dancing, and whirling dervish performances. Afterwards, you’re free to join in the dancing.
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$37.34
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$37.34

All Inclusive Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show from Istanbul
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Make the most of an evening in Istanbul with a sparkling 5-hour dinner cruise experience on the Bosphorus Strait. Admire spectacular views of Istanbul’s beautifully illuminated palaces, mosques and Bosphorus bridges, and enjoy a delicious 3-course dinner with select drinks. Glittering entertainment from belly dancers, whirling dervishes and other artistes is included, along with hotel pickup and drop-off. Upgrade to an unlimited alcoholic drinks package if you wish.
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$36.22
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Bosphorus Dinner & Show Cruise (All Inclusive)
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Book your evening cruise on the Bosphorus ahead of time; this must-do activity sells out quickly. Step on board the boat for views of Istanbul's top landmarks—including the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge and the Blue Mosque—lit up for the night. Enjoy a traditional Turkish dinner with drinks, followed by entertainment.
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$47.60
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5 Star Bosphorus Dinner Cruise - All inclusive
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Dinner with a night out can really get expensive in the city. This Bosphorus Strait All-Inclusive Dinner Cruise combines dinner, drinks, sightseeing, and entertainment for an affordable price. You'll pass by monuments from the Byzantine and Ottoman empires as you eat, drink, and enjoy watching traditional Turkish folk dancing and belly dancing.
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$75.00
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$75.00

Must – See Bosphorus Stops 1 +2 (Europe + Asia)
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Cruise the stunning Bosphorus Strait and Golden Horn and experience three of the best Istanbul sights on this adventure-filled full-day sightseeing tour. This tour takes you on a boat ride on the Bosphorus Strait to savor spectacular sights of bridges, palaces, mosques and fortresses. Stop at Dolmabahçe Palace for a guided tour and explore the alluring scents and colors of the Spice Bazaar. Visit Rüstem Pasha Mosque on top of Camlica Hill and capture wide views of the skyline. Plus, enjoy a delicious 3-course meal along the beautiful shoreline.
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$103.48
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Bosphorus Sightseeing Boat Tour
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See the major attractions of Istanbul as they were meant to be seen: from the water. Comfortable transportation takes you from the Sultanahmet district to the docks, where you’ll enjoy a slow paced 1.5-hour boat tour along the Bosphorus. Listen to commentary as you photograph sights, such as Dolmabahce Palace and Rumeli Fortress, without your shots getting crowded by tourists or street traffic.
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$19.66
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$19.66

Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on the Asian Side - (Morning or Afternoon)
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The Bosphorus Strait divides Europe from Asia, and a Bosphorus cruise is a signature Istanbul experience. This round-trip yacht cruise, with live commentary and fun facts from an experienced guide, covers all the classic waterfront sights—bridges, palaces, the Maiden’s Tower, the Rumeli Fortress, and more. But it also includes a stop for coffee and snacks in the characterful Kanlıca neighborhood and onboard Wi-Fi so you can share as you go.
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Bosphorus Cruise Boat Tour İstanbul 3 Hours Tour And Golden Horn
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Sunset Cruise Tour allows you to see many historical places in Istanbul. Even if you know every part of the city, the richness of colors at sunset offers an entirely new perspective. Therefore, if you have just arrived in the town, tours organized at sunset offer you great opportunities. Thus, you can watch every place you need to see in Istanbul and observe how the evening affects the city.
You can get immortal memories by taking unique Bosphorus photos with your loved ones. Within the scope of Sunset Cruise Bosphorus, our tour offers you this opportunity with high quality.
The Sunset Bosphorus tour takes 3 hours in total. It begins with the exploration of the Golden Horn and concludes with a one-hour tour of the Asian and European sides of the Bosphorus.
If you want to watch how the sun sets down in Istanbul from the Bosphorus, our tour offers you all the opportunities you dream of. Since our tours attract great attention every year, making a reservation in advance is recommended.
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$20.70
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$20.70

Istanbul: Hop On Hop Off Bosphour Tour
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Spend the day exploring Istanbul’s iconic waterways during this full-day, hop-on-hop-off unlimited ferry ticket. Admire stunning coastal views as you travel along the Bosphorus Strait, seeing attractions like Dolmabahce Palace and Rumeli Fortress from the water. Enjoy optional get-down stops in four unique neighborhoods—Emirgan, Kucuksu, Beylerbeyi, and Besiktas—and hop on the next boat to continue your round-trip ride.
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Afternoon Bosphorus Cruise Tour, Golden Horn Coach Tour and Pierre Loti Tour
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See Istanbul from three different vantage points on this tour, including a sightseeing cruise, panoramic tour and cable car ride. Take a scenic cruise on the Bosphorus and admire top Istanbul attractions such as the Bosphorus Bridge and Rumeli Fortress from the water. Then, take a coach drive around the Golden Horn districts to see the former Jewish quarter, old city walls, iron-built St Stephens and other lesser-known treasures. Lastly, catch the cable car up Pierre Loti Hill to witness the stellar city views from its hilltop cafe.
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$36.22
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Istanbul Lunch Cruise: Long Circle Bosphorus Cruise up to Black Sea
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See Istanbul’s minarets, mansions, mosques and palaces from the water as you sail between two continents on this long lunch cruise. Glide up to Anadolu Kavagi, a pretty fishing village near where the Bosphorus meets the Black Sea, then scale the hill to an old fortress to capture dramatic photos. As you sail, savor a 2-course lunch with coffee, tea, water, snacks and fruit: alcoholic drinks are available for an extra charge.
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$77.61
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Bosphorus Strait and Black Sea Day Cruise from Istanbul
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Sail between two continents and into the Black Sea on this full-day cruise along the Bosphorus Strait from Istanbul, with an onboard guide, plus a delicious included lunch on deck. Gaze over the shores of Europe and Asia as you cruise along the Istanbul Bosphorus; stop to visit the city’s pretty Ortaköy neighborhood; and enjoy guided tours of the ornate Küçüksu Palace and Rumeli Fortress. Lastly, moor at the picturesque Black Sea village of Poyrazköy with time to swim in the sea; or explore the medieval castle of Anadolu Kavağı.
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$87.95
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$87.95

Bosphorus Strait and Black Sea Half-Day Cruise from Istanbul
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Spend a pleasant afternoon exploring the Bosphorus Strait and the Black Sea during this cruise from Istanbul. Before departing, taste traditional Turkish meze and other specialties aboard the boat at the dock and then begin your cruise of the Bosphorus Strait from Rumeli Hisarı Fortress. You will see top attractions like Galata Tower and the Bosphorus Bridge as you cruise into the Black Sea. Plus, discover the old fortress remnants at Anadolu Kavağı and even stop for dip into the Black Sea at Poyrazköy, a charming seaside village.
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$62.09
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$62.09

Istanbul Sunset Cruise - Luxurious Yacht Cruise with Live Guide on the Bosphorus
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Get a fresh look at Istanbul on this sunset yacht cruise with a live guide to tell you all the top tales as you glide by palaces, mosques and minarets. Sail north as far as pretty Kanlıca, then head south to see the Bosphorus Bridge transformed into a dazzling LED light sculpture after sunset. As you travel, enjoy snacks, water, seasonal fruit, tea, coffee and, of course, Turkey’s signature baklava.
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Short Guided Bosphorus and Golden Horn Boat Tour
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Comfortable transport from your central meeting point takes you to your Bosphorus cruise. In less than two hours, you’ll get a chance to see all of Istanbul’s best attractions on the gentle waters of the Bosphorus. With special commentary from your guide, you’ll admire Dolmabahce Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Ottoman villas, and bridges. Ask questions about everything that you see, all while straddling Asia and Europe.
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$18.63
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Evening Sunset Cruise in Istanbul
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Witness the beauty of Istanbul at dusk on this evening sightseeing cruise and watch the sunset over both the European and Asian sides. Marvel at all the sights as you sail past; keep a look out for Topkapi Palace, Maiden's Tower, Ortaköy & Mecidiye Mosque, Dolmabahce Palace, the Bosphorus Bridge and Cıragan Palace.
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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise An Unforgettable Experience in Istanbul
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Ensure your spot on a Bosphorus River dinner cruise for a memorable night out in Istanbul. The dinner cruise includes a 4-course meal of Turkish fare, and live entertainment that features traditional music and belly dancers. Soak in the sights of the city at night during your cruise on a tour that includes the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off.
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$47.60
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$47.60

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show
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Get a taste of Turkish culture and see the city from the water on this night time dinner cruise. Depart from your European-side hotel and sail down Istanbul’s Bosphorus Strait. Admire the views of Ottoman palaces and two transcontinental bridges. Enjoy a three-course dinner and watch a Turkish Night Show with belly dancing, folk dancing, a henna ceremony, and more.
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$40.36
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Bosphorus Strait Cruise and City Bus Tour with Cable Car
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See Istanbul by boat, bus and cable car on a 6-hour tour of the city’s atmospheric neighborhoods, monuments and scenery. See the buildings and mosques along the Bosphorus Strait, with time to visit a 19th-century Ottoman palace. Follow streets lined with historic landmarks to the top Pierre Loti Hill, and enjoy free time to eat lunch, walk or simply enjoy the panoramic views of the city. Descend the hill by cable car, then ride alongside the high walls of the Old City and finish your tour at Sultanahmet Square.
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$41.39
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Best of Istanbul: 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour
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Prepare to be awed by Istanbul’s magnificent architecture, rich history, and eclectic bazaars as you discover the unmissable highlights of the Old City on this 1-, 2-, or 3-day private tour. Marvel over the glorious Hagia Sophia, learn how the Blue Mosque earned its famous nickname, and see the ancient Basilica Cistern. Tour Topkapi Palace to gain an insight into the lavish lifestyles of the Ottoman sultans and their harem, and browse the legendary Grand Bazaar, where you find everything from carpets to Turkish delight.
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$175.00
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$175.00
per group

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
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If you’re looking for a family-friendly dinner option but want to plan something that combines cuisine with culture, this Bosphorus Dinner Cruise and Night Show from Istanbul is a perfect choice. With dinner included, you’ll cruise the strait while taking in sights of some of Istanbul’s impressive attractions like the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge and the Blue Mosque. Plus, you’ll enjoy live entertainment, too.
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