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Istanbul: Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks, Sunset or Daytime

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Overview

Welcome aboard our yacht! We are embarking on a two-hour sunset or daytime small group (16 people) yacht cruise along the Bosphorus, where you will experience Istanbul from a completely different perspective.
From the deck of our snow white yacht, you will have the opportunity to behold nearly all of Istanbul's major landmarks: Dolmabahce Palace, Topkapi and Chiragan Palaces, Sultan Suleiman Mosque, the city's main bridge—the Bosphorus Bridge—and, of course, the famous Maiden Tower.
We are delighted to accommodate your group of up to 16 people on our 22 metres yacht. Prepare to immerse yourself in unforgettable experiences and savor the unique views of Istanbul that unfold before you along the Bosphorus. Onboard our yacht, not only will you enjoy the stunning sights of Istanbul, but we also have a treat in store for you. As you take in the beauty of the Bosphorus, our attentive staff will serve you with light snacks and seasonal fruits.

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Bottled water
  • Plate of Fresh Seasonal Fruits
  • Alcoholic beverages optional
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Meeting Location

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Arap Cami
Yemeniciler Cd. No:57/1, 34421 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye

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Karakoy Rihtim

This is our meeting point. Our guide will wait for you at the wooden port with company flag. For the meeting point, after the Galata bridge turn to the left on the Karakoy side. From this point our yacht will sail Bosphorus Strait from the Europe and Asian side of the city, tour will take about 2 hours.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bosphorus Strait

Our yacht will sail Bosphorus Strait from the Europe and Asian side of the city, tour will take about 2 hours.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Galata Koprusu (pass by)

The Galata Bridge connects the new and old parts of Istanbul, which are separated by the Golden Horn. The main design feature is that the bridge is two-story. The first floor is a pedestrian area with cafes and restaurants. The second is the road and tram tracks. In the middle there is a place with a movable part for the passage of ships and ferries. We will make break about 1 hour here. who wants can eat or walk around and take pictures. in an hour we will meet at the same place where we parted for our yacht trip along Bosphorus.
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Galataport (pass by)

One of the main cruises port and AVM of the city.
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Galata Tower (pass by)

The Galata Tower, officially the Galata Kulesi Museum , is an old Genoese tower in the Galata part of the Beyoğlu district of Istanbul, Turkey. Built as a watchtower at the highest point of the (lost) Walls of Galata, the tower is now an exhibition space and museum, and a symbol of Beyoğlu
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Vodafone Arena (pass by)

The football stadium of the oldest soccer team of Istanbul , Beshiktas, also known as black eagles of Istanbul
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Dolmabahce Mosque (pass by)

The Dolmabahçe Mosque is a baroque waterside mosque in Kabataş in the Beyoğlu district of Istanbul, Turkey, close to the Dolmabahçe Palace. It was commissioned by Queen Mother Bezmialem Valide Sultan and designed by the Turkish Armenian architect, Garabet Balyan in 1855. After his mother's death, Sultan Abdülmecid saw the building work through to completion.
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Dolmabahce Palace (pass by)

Surprisingly, the Dolmabahce Palace was literally built on the water of the bay - once this area was washed by the waves of the Bosphorus. To make any construction possible, it was necessary to build a huge mound, which, in fact, was done back in the 17th century.
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Ortakoy (pass by)

Ortaköy is one of the most famous quarters of Istanbul, geographically located in the urban area of Besiktas. It stretches along the shore of the Bosphorus and is separated by the Bosphorus Bridge. The symbol of the district is the Ortakoy Mosque.
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Bosphorus Bridge (pass by)

The main bridge of the city which connect Europe an Asian part of the city
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Bebek Sahili (pass by)

Bebek districts of Istanbul most popular and luxurious, the beach side is a wonderful alternative for a Sunday morning walk. At night the city lights are highly mobile fish you can eat Bebek beach side and the sea.
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Rumeli Fortress (pass by)

The Rumeian fortification is of great historical importance. Its most important role in the process of the siege of Constantinople by the Ottoman soldiers is known. In the Middle Ages, such fortress walls were objects of military strategic importance. Their construction was carried out not for decoration, but for defensive purposes. For this, the fortress of Rumeli Hisary was also built.
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Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge (pass by)

Also known as second bridge of the city which connect Europe and Asian part of the city
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Beylerbeyi Palace (pass by)

Istanbul, whose beauty is legendary, is home to magnificent and historical palaces. One of these palaces is the iconic Beylerbeyi Palace, which reflects the last periods of the Ottoman Empire and is located on the Bosphorus shore of the Anatolian Side.
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Anadolu Hisari Fort (pass by)

Anadoluhisarı (English: Anatolian Castle), known historically as Güzelce Hisar ("the Beauteous Castle") is a medieval Ottoman fortress located in Istanbul, Turkey on the Anatolian (Asian) side of the Bosporus.
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KIz Kulesi (pass by)

Maiden's Tower - Kız Kulesi or Leander's Tower is one of the most famous symbols of Istanbul. Geographically, the Maiden Tower is located on a small, natural island, two hundred meters from the coast of the Uskudar region and rises 23 meters above the Bosphorus. Today the tower is a three-tier building.
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Sultanahmet District (pass by)

Historical peninsula is surrounded by the Golden Horn, the Bosphorus and the Sea of Marmara; It is the name given to the region where the city of Istanbul was first established and developed. The first settlement on the historical peninsula was founded in 685 BC by the Greeks from Megara, under the name of Byzantion. Throughout history, the city on the peninsula has been called by different names; After it was captured by the Turks, it was called Dersaadet and Istanbul. The reason why the region is called the historical peninsula is not only the oldest settlement in Istanbul, but also the numerous historical artifacts it contains. Dozens of palaces, mosques, churches, fountains, obelisks and residences from the Byzantine and Ottoman periods are the symbols of the historical peninsula.
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Eminonu Pier (pass by)

Eminönü, historically known as Pérama, is a predominantly commercial waterfront area of Istanbul within the Fatih district near the confluence of the Golden Horn with the southern entrance of the Bosphorus strait and the Sea of Marmara. It is connected to Karaköy (historic Galata) via the Galata Bridge across the Golden Horn.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

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Q: Will I get seasick on Istanbul: Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks, Sunset or Daytime?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
  • Bottled water
  • Plate of Fresh Seasonal Fruits
  • Mixed Nuts
  • Home Made mini Pizza
  • Audioguide application in 6 languages
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  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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