Bosphorus Cruise Tour

Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour – 2-Hour Luxury Istanbul Experience

Discover the magnificent beauty of Istanbul from the water with a completely private Bosphorus yacht tour designed exclusively for you and your group. Unlike crowded public boat tours, the yacht is reserved only for your party during the confirmed booking period and is never shared with other guests.

This private yacht tour in Istanbul is an excellent choice for couples, families, groups of friends, honeymooners, cruise passengers, business travelers, and guests planning a special celebration. Whether you are arranging a romantic sunset cruise, birthday celebration, marriage proposal, anniversary, family gathering, corporate event, or a relaxing sightseeing experience, our private Bosphorus yacht tour offers a comfortable and memorable way to explore Istanbul.

Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour Duration

The standard Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour lasts for 2 hours.

Guests who would like to spend more time on the Bosphorus may purchase additional hours, subject to yacht availability. We recommend informing us about any extra-hour requests during the reservation process so that the yacht schedule can be arranged in advance.

Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour Price

The price of the 2-hour Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour is 220 Euros.

This price is valid for private groups of up to 10 guests.

For groups of 11 guests or more, an additional charge of 110 Euros is added to the total yacht tour price.

The stated price is not calculated per person. It is the total rental price for the private yacht, which is reserved exclusively for your group.

For larger groups, a suitable yacht can be arranged according to the final number of guests and the required yacht capacity.

Services Included in the Price

The Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour price includes the following services:

• 2-hour private yacht rental
• Professional captain and experienced crew
• Standard Bosphorus sightseeing route
• Yacht fuel expenses
• Private transfer from an eligible location in Istanbul to the yacht departure point
• Return transfer from the yacht pier to an eligible location in Istanbul after the tour
• Non-alcoholic drinks included in the selected meal menu, when the dining option is booked

Before the yacht tour, guests can be collected by private vehicle from their hotel, Airbnb accommodation, cruise port, Istanbul Airport, or another eligible pickup point in Istanbul and transferred to the yacht departure pier.

After the yacht tour is completed, guests are collected from the pier and transferred by private vehicle to their requested hotel, accommodation, restaurant, cruise terminal, or another eligible address within Istanbul.

Istanbul Airport to Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour Transfer

Private transfer service from Istanbul Airport to the yacht departure point is available for guests booking the Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour.

Guests can be collected from Istanbul Airport by private vehicle and transferred directly to the yacht pier. After the yacht tour, they can be transferred to their hotel, accommodation, Galataport, or another eligible location within Istanbul.

Istanbul Airport yacht transfer arrangements must be confirmed in advance according to the flight arrival time, pickup schedule, passenger count, luggage requirements, and overall operation plan.

Guests arriving in Istanbul for a short stay, layover, business trip, or holiday can combine their Istanbul Airport private transfer with a luxury Bosphorus yacht experience.

Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour from Galataport Istanbul

We provide private yacht tour and transfer services for cruise passengers arriving at Galataport Istanbul Cruise Port.

Guests can be collected by private vehicle from the designated meeting point near Galataport and transferred to the yacht departure pier. At the end of the Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour, they can be returned to Galataport, transferred to their hotel, or dropped off at another eligible location in Istanbul.

This service is especially suitable for cruise passengers who would like to enjoy a private Istanbul Bosphorus cruise during their limited time in the city.

Galataport cruise passengers can also combine the private yacht tour with a hotel transfer, Istanbul Airport transfer, private city transfer, or another travel service according to their schedule.

Private Yacht Transfer Areas in Istanbul

Pickup and drop-off services for the Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour are available from many central, touristic, and popular accommodation areas in Istanbul.

The main transfer locations include:

• Istanbul Airport
• Galataport Istanbul Cruise Port
• Fatih
• Sultanahmet
• Sirkeci
• Eminonu
• Beyoglu
• Taksim
• Karakoy
• Besiktas
• Ortakoy
• Sisli
• Nisantasi
• Levent
• Galata
• Hotels in central Istanbul
• Airbnb accommodations
• Private residential addresses
• Cruise terminals

Guests staying in Fatih, Sultanahmet, Beyoglu, Besiktas, Sisli, Taksim, Karakoy, Galata, Sirkeci, or near Galataport can be collected from their hotel or accommodation and transferred to the yacht pier.

Guests are not required to return to the same pickup location after the tour. At the end of the yacht experience, they may request to be dropped off at another eligible hotel, restaurant, shopping center, Galataport, or central address within Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen Airport Yacht Transfer

Transfers from or to Sabiha Gokcen Airport are not included in the standard Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour price.

Private transportation from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to the yacht departure point, or from the yacht pier to Sabiha Gokcen Airport after the tour, is available for an additional fee.

The extra transfer charge depends on the travel date, pickup time, passenger count, vehicle category, luggage requirements, and operational conditions.

Guests requesting a Sabiha Gokcen Airport transfer should provide their flight details, passenger count, luggage information, and requested transfer time during the reservation process.

Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour with Dinner

Guests who would like to enjoy the Bosphorus with a private dining experience may book the meal option together with the yacht tour.

The meal price is 65 Euros per person.

Dining service is provided only through pre-arranged fixed menus prepared for the yacht operation.

To maintain service quality and ensure that the food operation is organized correctly, additional meals or food orders outside the confirmed menu cannot be accepted.

Available menu options are shared with guests during the reservation process, and the selected fixed menu must be confirmed before the tour date.

The meal price is separate from the private yacht rental price and is calculated according to the number of guests requesting the dining service.

Non-Alcoholic Drinks

When the private yacht dining option is selected, the non-alcoholic drinks listed within the chosen menu are included free of charge.

Depending on the confirmed menu, the available soft drinks may include:

• Water
• Cola
• Soft drinks
• Fruit juice
• Mineral water
• Tea
• Coffee
• Other non-alcoholic beverages listed in the menu

The complimentary drink service is limited to the non-alcoholic beverages specifically included in the confirmed menu.

Alcohol Policy

Local and imported alcoholic drinks are not included in the yacht tour price or the dining menu.

Guests who would like to consume alcohol during the yacht tour may bring their own local or imported alcoholic beverages.

Any alcoholic drinks should be purchased and brought to the yacht by the guests before the tour begins.

The sale or supply of alcoholic beverages on board is not guaranteed.

Places You May See During the Bosphorus Yacht Tour

During the approximately 2-hour Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour, guests can admire many of Istanbul's most famous historical, cultural, and scenic landmarks from the water.

The main sights that may be seen during the tour include:

• Dolmabahce Palace
• Ciragan Palace
• Ortakoy Mosque
• 15 July Martyrs Bridge
• Beylerbeyi Palace
• Rumeli Fortress
• Anadolu Fortress
• Maiden's Tower
• Uskudar coastline
• Arnavutkoy waterfront
• Bebek coastline
• Emirgan
• Historical Bosphorus mansions
• European Side coastline
• Asian Side coastline
• Panoramic views of Istanbul

The exact landmarks that can be seen may vary depending on the yacht departure point, total tour duration, weather conditions, sea traffic, and maritime restrictions.

The captain may adjust the route whenever necessary for safety, navigation, sea traffic, or weather-related reasons.

A Completely Private and Flexible Yacht Experience

This yacht tour is operated completely privately.

The yacht is reserved only for your group during the confirmed booking period and is not shared with other passengers.

Guests may relax, enjoy the view, take photographs and videos, arrange a celebration, or enjoy a private meal while cruising along the Bosphorus.

The starting time can be planned according to guest preference and yacht availability.

Sunset times change throughout the year, so guests who would like to book a private sunset yacht tour in Istanbul should mention this request during the reservation process.

Private Prince Islands Yacht Tour

Our private yacht service is not limited to the Istanbul Bosphorus.

Upon request, we can also arrange private yacht programs to the Prince Islands, including Buyukada, Heybeliada, Burgazada, and Kinaliada.

The Private Prince Islands Yacht Tour is a separate program from the standard 2-hour Bosphorus yacht tour.

Because the Prince Islands route requires a longer cruising time, additional fuel, and a different operational plan, it is subject to separate pricing.

The following details can be planned according to the preferences of the guests:

• Selected islands
• Total yacht rental duration
• Departure point
• Meal request
• Swimming stop request
• Number of guests
• Requested return time

Guests interested in a Private Prince Islands Yacht Tour can contact us before booking to discuss the program, route, duration, yacht availability, and additional price.

Suitable Occasions for a Private Istanbul Yacht Tour

The Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour is suitable for many different events and travel plans, including:

• Birthday celebrations
• Marriage proposals
• Wedding anniversary celebrations
• Honeymoon experiences
• Family gatherings
• Groups of friends
• Corporate events
• Business meetings
• VIP guest hosting
• Private sunset cruises
• Private dinners
• Photography and video sessions
• Private programs for cruise passengers
• Istanbul Airport-connected yacht tours
• Private Bosphorus tours for Galataport passengers

Why Choose a Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour?

A private yacht tour is one of the most comfortable and exclusive ways to discover Istanbul from the water.

Instead of joining a crowded sightseeing boat, you can enjoy the Bosphorus on a yacht reserved exclusively for your group, spend quality time with your family or friends, and admire Istanbul's historical landmarks in a relaxed and private environment.

The main advantages of our Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour include:

• Completely private yacht
• No sharing with other passengers
• 2-hour private Bosphorus cruise
• Option to purchase additional hours
• Fixed yacht price for groups of up to 10 guests
• Professional captain and experienced crew
• Istanbul Airport transfer option
• Galataport pickup and return service
• Private transfers from Fatih, Sultanahmet, Beyoglu, Besiktas, and Sisli
• Hotel-to-yacht private transfer service
• Return transfer to an eligible Istanbul address after the tour
• Private yacht dining option
• Fixed menu for 50 Euros per person
• Complimentary non-alcoholic drinks included in the menu
• Option to bring your own alcoholic beverages
• Private sunset yacht tour option
• Private Prince Islands yacht program
• Suitable for birthdays, proposals, anniversaries, and special events

Information Required for Reservation

To arrange your Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour, please provide the following information:

• Tour date
• Preferred starting time
• Total number of guests
• Pickup address
• Requested drop-off address after the tour
• Istanbul Airport transfer request
• Galataport transfer request
• Sabiha Gokcen Airport transfer request
• Meal request
• Selected menu
• Additional-hour request
• Prince Islands tour request
• Birthday, proposal, anniversary, or another special event request
• Active telephone and WhatsApp number

Important Information

• The standard Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour duration is 2 hours.
• The 2-hour private yacht tour price is 220 Euros.
• The price of 220 Euros is valid for groups of up to 10 guests.
• For groups of 11 guests or more, an additional 110 Euros is added to the total price.
• Additional yacht hours may be purchased.
• Additional hours are subject to yacht availability.
• The meal price is 50 Euros per person.
• Dining service is available only through pre-arranged fixed menus.
• Food orders outside the confirmed menu are not accepted.
• Only the non-alcoholic drinks listed in the selected menu are included.
• Local and imported alcoholic drinks are not included.
• Guests may bring their own alcoholic beverages.
• Private yacht transfers can be arranged from Istanbul Airport, Galataport, Fatih, Sultanahmet, Beyoglu, Besiktas, Sisli, and other eligible central Istanbul locations.
• After the tour, guests can be transferred to an eligible requested address within Istanbul.
• Sabiha Gokcen Airport transfers are not included in the standard price and are subject to an additional charge.
• The Private Prince Islands Yacht Tour is different from the standard Bosphorus program and is priced separately.
• The yacht route may be changed according to weather, sea traffic, navigation, and safety conditions.
• The confirmed yacht departure point is shared with the guest after the reservation is completed.

Book Your Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour

Discover the unique beauty of Istanbul with a yacht reserved exclusively for you and your group.

You can be collected by private vehicle from Istanbul Airport, Galataport, Fatih, Sultanahmet, Beyoglu, Besiktas, Sisli, or your hotel in central Istanbul and transferred comfortably to the yacht departure pier.

Whether you are planning a romantic sunset cruise, a private dinner on the Bosphorus, a birthday celebration, a marriage proposal, an anniversary, or a relaxing family experience, our professional team is ready to provide a comfortable, safe, and private Istanbul yacht tour.

The 2-hour Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour costs 220 Euros for groups of up to 10 guests. Separate pricing is available for larger groups, dining services, additional yacht hours, Sabiha Gokcen Airport transfers, and Private Prince Islands Yacht Tours.

Book your Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour and experience Istanbul's palaces, bridges, waterfront mansions, European coastline, and Asian coastline from the comfort of your own private yacht.

Licensed Tour Operator

THIS TOUR OPERATION WILL BE ORGANIZED AND OPERATED BY BEKPEN TURIZM, A FULLY LICENSED AND OFFICIAL TOURISM COMPANY REGISTERED UNDER THE REPUBLIC OF TÜRKİYE MINISTRY OF CULTURE AND TOURISM, WITH A-GROUP TRAVEL AGENCY LICENSE NUMBER 14563.