Bosphorus Sunset Cruise in Istanbul | Private Yacht Tours
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Private Istanbul Bosphorus Yacht Cruise
Durations
2 Hours
Max People
Variable
Availability
All Year
Pickup & Dropoff
Extra
A private Bosphorus cruise, any time of day
The generic private yacht option — not tied to sunset, dinner or lunch. You pick the time, we pick the boat. Most bookings are between 10 AM and 8 PM, lasting 2 to 4 hours, with a route adjusted to your preferences.
The yacht accommodates up to 12 people, with three zones: an air-conditioned cabin below, an open aft deck with seating, and a forward sun area. Soft drinks, coffee, tea, and Turkish snacks (simit, olives, dried fruit, cookies) are included. Full catering, alcoholic drinks, or onboard DJ can be added at extra cost.
The standard route runs the classic Bosphorus loop — Dolmabahçe, Ortaköy, Rumeli Fortress, Beylerbeyi, Maiden’s Tower — in either order, depending on whether you want sunset on the return or the beginning. For shorter bookings (2 hours) we focus on the first bridge area. For longer (4 hours), we can reach Anadolu Kavağı near the Black Sea.
Who this is for: travellers who want a private boat without being locked into a specific occasion package (no dinner, no proposal setup, just the Bosphorus on your terms). For specific occasions, dedicated packages exist — private sunset, weddings, proposals, birthdays.
Practical: 24 hours advance booking. The captain speaks English. Bring a light layer year-round — Bosphorus breeze is sharp even in summer evenings.
Included/Excluded
- Private Tour
- Soft Drinks
- Comfortable Yacht Design
- Tips
Yacht Packages
- 2-hour private VIP yacht experience
- Large, high-end luxury yacht
- Maximum comfort with spacious interior and deck areas
- Complimentary tea, coffee, and water
- Snacks and food plate
- Soft drinks
Extra Services & Prices
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Live Guide | €130 |
| VIP Pickup & Drop Off | €195 |
| Laser Show | €65 |
| Belly Dancer | €247 |
| Photographer | €247 |
| DJ | €325 |
| Go Go Dancer | €260 |
| Violinist | €234 |
| Turkish Traditional Music Group | €390 |
| Birthday Cake (Small – 4/6 people) | €46 |
| Birthday Cake (Medium – 8/10 people) | €59 |
| Birthday Cake (Large – 12/16 people) | €78 |
| Marriage Proposal Table Decoration | €98 |
| Add 1 Hour Extra | €390 |
| Breakfast Menu | €85 |
| Unlimited Alcoholic Drinks | €85 |
| Unlimited Wine | €85 |
| VIP Luxury Yacht Package Finger Food Menu (Per Person) | €124 |
| VIP Luxury Yacht Package Fish Menu (Per Person) | €124 |
| VIP Luxury Yacht Package Meat Menu (Per Person) | €124 |
| VIP Luxury Yacht Package Chicken Menu (Per Person) | €124 |
| VIP Luxury Yacht Package Snack Menu (Per Person) | €124 |
- 2-hour private Premium luxury yacht experience
- Larger and more comfortable yacht
- Improved seating and interior comfort
- Complimentary tea, coffee, and water
- Basic Snacks
- Soft Drinks
Extra Services & Prices
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Live Guide | €130 |
| VIP Pickup & Drop Off | €195 |
| Laser Show | €65 |
| Belly Dancer | €234 |
| Photographer | €247 |
| DJ | €325 |
| Go Go Dancer | €260 |
| Violinist | €234 |
| Turkish Traditional Music Group | €390 |
| Birthday Cake (Small – 4/6 people) | €46 |
| Birthday Cake (Medium – 8/10 people) | €59 |
| Birthday Cake (Large – 12/16 people) | €78 |
| Marriage Proposal Table Decoration | €65 |
| Add 1 Hour Extra | €195 |
| Cocktail Menu | €33 |
| Finger Food Menu | €39 |
| Breakfast Menu | €39 |
| 4 Course Meal (Fish, Chicken, Meat, Vegetarian, Vegan) | €46 |
| Unlimited Alcoholic Drinks | €65 |
| Unlimited Wine | €33 |
- 2-hour private basic yacht experience
- Standard-sized yacht
- Basic comfort level
- Complimentary tea, coffee, and water
Extra Services & Prices
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Cocktail Menu | €33 |
| Finger Food Menu | €39 |
| Breakfast Menu | €39 |
| 4 Course Meal (Fish, Chicken, Meat, Vegetarian, Vegan) | €46 |
| Unlimited Alcoholic Drinks | €65 |
| Unlimited Wine | €33 |
| Live Guide | 130 EUR |
| VIP Pickup & Drop Off | 195 EUR |
| Laser Show | 65 EUR |
| Belly Dancer | 234 EUR |
| Photographer | 247 EUR |
| DJ | 325 EUR |
| Go Go Dancer | 260 EUR |
| Violinist | 234 EUR |
| Turkish Traditional Music Group | 390 EUR |
| Birthday Cake (Small – 4/6 People) | 46 EUR |
| Birthday Cake (Medium – 8/10 People) | 59 EUR |
| Birthday Cake (Large – 12/16 People) | 78 EUR |
| Marriage Proposal Table Decoration | 65 EUR |
| Add 1 Hour Extra | 163 EUR |
Tour Plan
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.
You may bring your own food and drinks if you wish. Since this is a private tour, we can provide all your requests.
Generic private yacht Bosphorus cruise, flexible time and duration (2–4 hours), up to 12 passengers. Air-conditioned cabin plus open decks. Classic Bosphorus route adjusted to your timing preferences. From €364 per boat — soft drinks and Turkish snacks included.
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Alessia Marini (verified owner) –
Una sensazione di sospensione nel tempo. Per due ore il mondo fuori è scomparso, c’erano solo noi e la bellezza del Bosforo. Equipaggio discretissimo e preparato. La scelta di avere un tour privato fa la differenza. Consigliatissimo.
Bosphorus Sunset Team –
Grazie, Alessia! Una sospensione nel tempo — per due ore solo voi e la bellezza del Bosforo. Equipaggio discretissimo che rispetta il vostro momento. Questa e l essenza della nostra crociera privata! — Bosphorus Sunset Team
Sara Bianchi (verified owner) –
Un’esperienza evocativa e poetica. Il rumore della città svanisce, resta solo il suono dell’acqua e il panorama che cambia con la luce. Equipaggio eccellente e yacht confortevole. Perfetto per una proposta di matrimonio o un anniversario.
Bosphorus Sunset Team –
Grazie, Sara! Un esperienza evocativa e poetica — il rumore della citta svanisce, resta solo il suono dell acqua e il panorama che cambia con la luce. Equipaggio eccezionale per un viaggio nel cuore di Istanbul! — Bosphorus Sunset Team
Isabella Greco (verified owner) –
Emozione pura. La calma del mare al tramonto, il profilo della città che si staglia contro il cielo… è stato romanticissimo. L’equipaggio è stato discreto e premuroso. Consiglio di aggiungere lo champagne per rendere il tutto perfetto.
Bosphorus Sunset Team –
Grazie, Isabella! Emozione pura — la calma del mare al tramonto, il profilo della citta contro il cielo. Un equipaggio discreto e professionale per un momento romanticissimo. Ci rivediamo sul Bosforo! — Bosphorus Sunset Team
Amelia Wright (verified owner) –
The silhouettes of the fishing boats against the fiery sunset, with the grand mosques behind… it was like a scene from a classic film. The private tour meant we could just soak it in without commentary if we wanted. Peaceful and profound.
Bosphorus Sunset Team –
Thank you, Amelia! Fishing boat silhouettes against a fiery sunset with grand mosques behind — like a classic film scene. The private yacht lets you absorb every cinematic moment in peace! — Bosphorus Sunset Team
Ana Silva (verified owner) –
¡Las mejores vistas de Estambul! La perspectiva desde el agua al atardecer es incomparable. El yate estaba muy limpio y era cómodo. El capitán conocía todos los puntos históricos y nos iba explicando. Un tour tranquilo, bonito y muy especial.
Bosphorus Sunset Team –
Muchas gracias, Ana! Las mejores vistas de Estambul desde el agua al atardecer — yate limpio y comodo con un capitan que conoce los mejores momentos y angulos. Una perspectiva incomparable! — Bosphorus Sunset Team
Francesca Bellini (verified owner) –
L’ultimo raggio di sole che illumina le cupole delle moschee è uno spettacolo che non si dimentica. Crociera rilassante e sofisticata. Abbiamo apprezzato molto la flessibilità sull’orario di partenza. Un must a Istanbul.
Bosphorus Sunset Team –
Grazie, Francesca! L ultimo raggio di sole sulle cupole delle moschee — uno spettacolo indimenticabile. Crociera rilassante e sofisticata che regala momenti di pura bellezza. A presto a bordo! — Bosphorus Sunset Team
Marta Lopez (verified owner) –
Un ensueño hecho realidad. El crucero es suave, las vistas son de postal y el ambiente es de lo más relajado. Ideal para desconectar. El té turco a bordo estaba delicioso. Sin duda, una de las mejores cosas que se pueden hacer en Estambul.
Bosphorus Sunset Team –
Muchas gracias, Marta! Un ensueno hecho realidad — crucero suave, vistas de postal y ambiente relajado. Te turco a bordo mientras contemplas el Bosforo es pura desconexion. Nos encanta! — Bosphorus Sunset Team
Kenji Yamamoto (verified owner) –
Observing the daily transition of a city from the water is a unique privilege. This cruise captures that moment perfectly. The complimentary snacks were tasty, and the option to bring our own wine made it personal. A serene and beautiful journey.
Bosphorus Sunset Team –
Thank you, Kenji! Observing the daily transition of a city from the water is indeed a unique privilege. The complimentary snacks are a nice touch to enjoy while witnessing Istanbul transform before your eyes! — Bosphorus Sunset Team
Paolo Ferrari (verified owner) –
Armonia di colori e di pace. La crociera al tramonto unisce la bellezza della natura a quella della storia. Lo yacht è ben tenuto e l’equipaggio è attento ma non invadente. Un’esperienza che consiglio a chi cerca romanticismo e tranquillità.
Bosphorus Sunset Team –
Grazie, Paolo! Armonia di colori e di pace — la crociera al tramonto unisce bellezza naturale e storica. Yacht ben tenuto e equipaggio attento per un esperienza serena e meravigliosa! — Bosphorus Sunset Team
Catherine Bellamy (verified owner) –
The highlight of our Istanbul trip. Sailing between continents as the sky turned gold and pink was pure magic. The crew was discreet and attentive, and the complimentary tea was a lovely touch. An absolutely perfect and romantic evening.
Bosphorus Sunset Team –
Thank you, Catherine! The highlight of your Istanbul trip — sailing between continents as the sky turns gold and pink. A discreet, attentive crew ensures you soak in every magical moment. We hope to welcome you back! — Bosphorus Sunset Team