ISTANBUL · YACHT CHARTERS
The boats worth booking here.
The 15 istanbul yacht charters travellers book most, lined up in one place. What each trip puts you on the water for, how long you are aboard, whether a skipper comes with it, and what a place on deck costs.
Luxury yacht Bosphorus sunset cruise in Istanbul with palace views, bridges, photo stops, and complimentary tea, coffee, lemonade, and snacks.
Most Popular“It was difficult to understand the guide speaking. Didn’t really care for the snacks! The person that greeted us was very kind but had had a hard time finding the meeting point.”
Small-group Bosphorus yacht cruise with snacks, fruit, tea, coffee, and a multi-language audio guide. Choose day or sunset, 2 hours.
“We had an absolutely wonderful day on the Bosphorus this beautiful October 12, 2025. The weather was perfect, the autumn light was sublime, and the setting simply enchanting. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed by the entire crew, who were professional, attentive, and always smiling. A huge thank-you especially to Tugba, whose…”
Watch Istanbul’s sunset from a comfortable Bosphorus yacht with a live English guide, canapés, lemonade, and photo stops at key landmarks.
“Great value for money. Tour guide Alena was very supportive and helpful.”
Guided Bosphorus yacht cruise to Asian Istanbul, with a Kanlıca yogurt stop, snacks, Turkish coffee, and free hotel pickup.
“Wonderful informative experience. Our guide spoke perfect English and knew the city and its history very well. Snacks, tea and Turkish coffee were delightful. Highly recommended as it was much more intimate than the big ferries with it's hordes of people.”
Bosphorus sunset yacht cruise with live English guide, non-alcoholic drinks, canapés, and great photos of Dolmabahçe, Ortaköy, fortresses, and bridges.
“Highly recommend this great tour. Smaller boat and smaller group makes it so much more enjoyable. Communications with the operator is first rate - especially if you book hotel transfer. Staff, guide and drivers are friendly, attentive and great. Learned a lot about the history of this magical city. Snacks and drinks are a very…”
Guided Bosphorus yacht cruise in Istanbul with sunset views, live commentary, and Turkish snacks, fruit, tea, and coffee.
“It’s a long day but well worth it. It’s good to know the history before going Even if you just watch the Mel Gibson movie!”
A small-group guided Bosphorus sunset cruise from Kabataş with lemonade, fruit, baklava, and live commentary on iconic landmarks.
“Even though it was freezing, we had an amazing time! Nur, The tour guide was kind and very patient. We enjoyed the beauty of the sea whilst getting premium knowledge of the city. It was a great experience. Definitely to try again in summer!”
A 2.5-hour Bosphorus yacht cruise with Kanlıca stop on the Asian side, Turkish coffee, snacks, Wi-Fi, and optional hotel pickup.
“A wonderful and relaxing Bosphorus morning cruise! The views were stunning, the pace was calm, and the food was excellent—fresh fruit, bagel sandwiches, Turkish delights, and drinks made the experience feel extra special. The guide and crew were informative, funny, and incredibly engaging with everyone on board, including a toddler traveling with another family. The…”
Sunset on the Bosphorus by yacht: small-group views of Dolmabahçe and Maiden’s Tower plus snacks and tea. Between continents for $15.
“It was a top experience! They gave us snacks and the staff were amazing! I recommend it!”
A 2.5-hour luxury Bosphorus sunset cruise from Kabataş with snacks, lemonade/tea, and expert commentary on Istanbul’s European and Asian sights.
“The sunset cruise on the Bosphorus was absolutely magical. The guide explained every landmark with warmth and detail, making the whole experience feel meaningful and personal. Watching the city lights sparkle as the sun went down was simply unforgettable. Highly recommend!”
2.5-hour Bosphorus sunset yacht cruise with hotel pickup, English narration, baklava snacks, and Istanbul landmarks on both sides.
“The host was very knowledgeable as he described the buildings along the shores and historical background. The crew was efficient and prompt. The yacht had a variety of sitting locations. They served tea, water, and snacks as described as well as serving alcoholic beverages for a charge.”
Bosphorus sunset on a luxury yacht with transfers in Istanbul. Palaces, bridges, neighborhoods, cookies, baklava, fruit, and tea.
“Great sunset trip on the Bosphorus. Great crew and nice boat. Highly recommended. We really enjoyed it.”
Luxury sunset yacht on the Bosphorus from Istanbul with live English narration, snacks, tea and picture-perfect bridge lights.
“Nice boat, very detailed of Bosporus, professional in terms of timings and service was great. Alcohol was available too(extra but reasonable). The snacks, fruits, hot beverages were quality indeed.”
Cruise the Bosphorus on a comfortable luxury yacht, pass Istanbul’s key sights, and stop on the Asian side in Kanlica for quick sightseeing and yogurt.
“We did this on our first morning in Istanbul so it was good to be looked after and get a sense of the city. First and foremost the communications with the operator were absolutely excellent, we knew exactly when we were going to be picked up and by whom - even with updates when he…”
Luxury Bosphorus yacht cruise in Istanbul with an Asian-side Kanlıca yogurt stop, Ottoman palace views, and onboard snacks.
“Wonderful view. Tour guide did a great job of informing us, but also leaving us time to enjoy the sights. The yacht was lovely and not too crowded.”
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