Route Map for Istanbul Lunch Cruise
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Cruise Route
Itinerary for Bosphorus Lunch Cruise
Define your day with a delicious Bosphorus lunch cruise to enjoy the sights and sounds of the city’s famous strait gliding along both Asian and European shores.
Enjoy a special lunch in Istanbul on board your private motor-boat over wonderful views while cruising in comfort and a relaxing environment.
The combination of panoramic Bosphorus views, a delicious Turkish lunch and attentive service on board, makes this a great venue for a memorable lunch on a boat in Istanbul.
You’ll experience:
- A super relaxing time out on the Bosphorus along both Europe & Asian shores
- Unique close-up views of the most famous waterfront sites
- A delicious alfresco lunch in Istanbul served on board (optional)
- A friendly captain and crew at your service
- A cruise in comfort and a relaxing environment
- A yacht for you and your chosen companions only, nobody else
- A bar with great service for alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (available for purchase on-board)
- Easy boarding from a choice of selected piers in central Istanbul
- Great photo opportunities to capture beautiful skylines, waterfront palaces, mosques and mansions and boats of all sizes
Bosphorus Lunch Menu:
For our Bosphorus lunch menu, please see our choice of 3 menus, photos and description here.
Lunch Cruise Schedule:
Daily 13:00 – 15:00, 15:15 – 17:15 (duration: 2 hours)
Boarding Made Easy: Convenient Locations Across Istanbul
Enjoy a smooth and hassle-free start to your cruise with our easy-to-reach boarding points:
✅ Free Piers:
Kabataş Pier – Perfect for guests staying in Sultanahmet, Taksim, Beyoğlu, Eminönü, Galata and nearby areas.
Kuruçeşme Pier – Best for those in Bebek, Etiler, Ortaköy, Arnavutköy, Levent and Ulus.
✅ Free Piers at Bosphorus Hotels & Restaurants:
Guests staying at certain Bosphorus hotels with private piers (such as Çırağan Palace Kempinski, Four Seasons Bosphorus, Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, The Peninsula and more), or dining at certain waterfront restaurants with private piers can board directly (hotel stay or restaurant reservation required)
✅ Paid Piers:
Karaköy, Beşiktaş, Üsküdar or Beylerbeyi Piers (optional for convenience with extra fee)
Not sure which pier to choose? Find full details in our departure points guide or contact us for help choosing the best option!
Capacity Options for Every Occasion:
- Small Groups (Up to 12 Guests Including Children): Zoe Yacht is ideal for a private, luxurious and intimate experience, perfect for couples, families or friends be it a small gathering or celebration.
- Larger Groups (Over 12 Guests): Planning for a bigger group? We partner with a curated selection of medium to large yachts to suit various needs. Simply email us now with your group size and preferences and we’ll do our best to suggest a suitable option based on your requirements and availability.
What Guests Say About Us:
‘Birthday Lunch Cruise’Had a terrific time on our afternoon cruise on the Bosphoros. The pre-cruise staff was helpful & supportive. The boat was clean & comfortable – even the bathroom. The lunch served on board was delicious and beautifully presented. The crew was friendly & attentive, one member spoke English. What was promised was delivered. We’ll likely use Zoe Yachts again.Guest from USA
‘Definitely recommend’Picked up at the pier, lovely boat, friendly knowledgeable guide. Perfect afternoon out on the water, seeing the sights and away from the hustle of the City. Lovely lunch stop* for a fish meal. We all loved it!
Guest from UK
(*instead of lunch on board, a lunch stop is possible with our longer cruises, 4 hours+)
Pricing:
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A truly magical experience... it was certainly the perfect way for friends to celebrate a special occasion. Thank you for all the lovely details, like the flowers and your staff’s helpfulness.
I would recommend this experience to anyone looking for an exclusive and impressive way to discover the Bosphorus.
