Private Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht – 2 hours

Price: from 499 Euro
Cruise Duration: 2 hours from Istanbul
Type: Private – you will be the only guests
Departure Time: Your chosen time

What Sights Will Be Seen?

In this exclusive private 2 hour cruise, you’ll cruise a section of the Bosphorus from Kabatas to Emirgan on the European Side and from Kanlıca to Uskudar on the Asian Side. Cruise along both Asian and European shores passing the waterfront palaces of Sultans and their Pashas’ villas. Relax and enjoy close-up views, including Dolmabahce Palace, Çiragan Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Ortakoy, the Beylerbeyi Mosques, the Kuleli Military High School, the First and Second Bosphorus Bridges, Anadolu Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace and lots of beautiful Ottoman seafront villas.

Route Map

See the cruise map below to view the daily route taken for this Istanbul sunset cruise.

You’ll experience:

• An evening Sunset Cruise along the Bosphorus, Europe & Asian shores
• Unique views of the most famous waterfront sites and Istanbul’s magnificent skyline
• Complimentary tea or coffee served on board
• Beverages/champagne/cocktails prepared with care and served on board from a bar with great service for alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (available for purchase on-board)
• A friendly captain and crew at your service
• Relaxing in your own private lounge terrace and 360 degree flybridge rooftop
• A yacht for you and your chosen companions only, nobody else
• Great photo opportunities to capture beautiful sunsets, waterfront palaces, mosques and mansions and boats of all sizes before night
• Pick up and drop off from selected piers or some hotels/restaurants with their own piers (residents only/reservation required for permissions)

Itinerary for Bosphorus Sunset Cruise

Enjoy a Bosphorus Sunset Cruise in Istanbul on the way to your favorite restaurant…

The evening Bosphorus Sunset Cruise in Istanbul is one of our most popular cruises. On the way to your favorite restaurant, why not start the night with a beverage during sunset on the Bosphorus gliding along both European & Asian waterfronts on a luxury yacht, the award-winning Zoe Yacht.

Enjoy unique views, comfort and a relaxing environment on board your very own private yacht for the evening in this private sunset tour, just for you and your chosen companions, loved ones, family or friends, nobody else.

You’ll see some of the most famous and beautiful highlights of the Bosphorus strait offering fantastic photo opportunities. Right on the water, you’ll be in one of the best places in Istanbul to catch beautiful sunsets and capture the waterfront palaces, mosques and mansions and boats of all sizes.

This cruise is ideal for couples, families or small groups of friends (up to 12 guests in total) wishing to experience the most delightful time of sunset falling over Istanbul’s unique skyline, or to celebrate a special occasion or romantic evening.

After this stunning evening cruise with ever-changing views, we can drop you off at selected piers or seaside restaurants along the Bosphorus. A truly unbeatable location to sip champagne or cocktails in Istanbul. Highly recommended!

Restaurants for Drop-Off after your Sunset Cruise:

At the end of your sunset tour, you can choose to be dropped off at one of Istanbul’s nice waterfront restaurants or piers, such as:

• Restaurants: Park Fora, Tuğra Restaurant, Aqua Restaurant, Marina Balık Restaurant, Sortie, Delmare, Uskumru, Lacivert, Angelique, Feriye Restaurant (reservation required).
• Piers: Kabataş, Kuruçeşme, or selected Bosphorus hotels with private piers (for hotel residents only, including Çırağan Palace, Four Seasons Bosphorus, Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, The Peninsula, Radisson Blu Bosphorus, House Hotel Ortaköy).

If you’d prefer, we can also drop you off at your original pier. Just let us know your preference during booking!

Sunset Cruise Schedule

Our Istanbul sunset cruise operates every day all year around at these times:

Daily 16:15-18:15*,  17:30-19:30** (duration: 2 hours)

Istanbul Sunset Times

Wondering what time is sunset in Istanbul? Please see below:

*During November-February period, the sunset sets during our 16:15-18:15 Sunset Cruise.
**During March-April & September-October period, the sunset sets during our 17:30-19:30 Sunset Cruise.
***During May-August, the sunset sets during our 20:00 departing Dinner or Evening Cruises.

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: Kuruçeşme or Kabataş Piers
✅ Free Bosphorus Hotels & Restaurants: Guests staying at select Bosphorus hotels or dining at restaurants with private piers can board directly (hotel stay or restaurant reservation required)
✅ Paid Piers: Karaköy, Uskudar 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.

Pricing:

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Special Occasions:

You can enhance your special occasion by adding a birthday cake, champagne and other extras while making a reservation in our online booking system. Considering this trip for a marriage proposal? Click here for more information.

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