Yacht Charters in Turkey: Our Top 15

1.Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,465 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $30Our pick

Cruise from Kabataş on a small yacht past Ottoman palaces, waterfront neighborhoods, bridges, fortresses, and the Maiden’s Tower. Your guide explains the sights while the crew serves tea, coffee, lemonade, fruit, baklava, and cookies. Indoor and outdoor seating, a restroom, and a maximum of 40 people make this a relaxed way to see both sides of Istanbul at sunset.

“I really enjoyed the cruise, even though sunset was just at the end due to the time of year (July). The commentary provided was excellent (and better than a city tour I had taken earlier - and paid more for), and the snacks and drinks were a welcome addition. I'd recommend sitting on the left-hand side of the boat (in the direction of travel) as ALL the sights are on that side of the boat, and we had taken seats on the other side :( Still, I'd recommend this experience as it was an enjoyable and memorable couple of hours. Oh, and get to the meeting point when they suggest.…”

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2.Istanbul: Sunset or Day Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,774 reviews · 2 hours · from $31

Cruise the Bosphorus in a small group of up to 16 people aboard a 20-meter yacht. You’ll pass Dolmabahce Palace, Ortakoy, Beylerbeyi Palace, and Maiden’s Tower while enjoying fruit, nuts, mini pizza, tea, coffee, and water. Host Tugba is often praised for her care and photography, while the audio guide works through your own headphones.

“Excellent, guide and crew were great. 100% recommeded. Snacks and fruit perfect.”

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3.Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,845 reviews · 2h 15m · from $19

Board a decorated yacht at Kabataş for a 135-minute English-guided cruise between Europe and Asia. You’ll pass Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, and Maiden’s Tower while enjoying canapés, fruit, tea, coffee, and fresh mint lemonade. Guides such as Aleyna, Betül, Nur, and Erdem are praised for friendly service, though the meeting point can take care to find.

“Alaina made the experience wonderful with her kindness and care.”

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4.Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Experience: Visit the Asian Side

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,251 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Spend about 2.5 hours on a comfortable yacht sailing between Istanbul’s European and Asian shores. An English-speaking guide points out palaces, mosques, bridges, and fortresses, while the crew serves tea, coffee, water, fruit, sandwiches, and pastries. The short Kanlıca stop adds a taste of Asian Istanbul.

“The boat tour was a great way to spend the afternoon to relax. It was informitive and a great introduction to the Boshpforous River. Thanks again!”

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5.Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Experience: Istanbul’s Best

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,181 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Sail Istanbul’s Bosphorus at sunset aboard a 25-meter yacht, crossing between Europe and Asia while a guide explains palaces, mosques, fortresses, and bridges. Expect tea, coffee, juice, lemonade, fruit, and canapés. Hotel pickup is available in Fatih and Beyoğlu. Guides named Emre, Nahad, Nahed, and John have been praised for warm service and clear commentary.

“Nice tour. The boat was great. My wife gets motion sickness, but no issues here. Friendly staff and great guide. Everyone got their perfect pictures. Thx”

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6.Sunset or Daytime Istanbul Guided Luxury Yacht Cruise with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,977 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $24

Spend about two hours cruising Istanbul’s Bosphorus aboard a comfortable yacht, passing Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy, Rumeli Fortress, the bridges, Beylerbeyi Palace, and the Maiden’s Tower. Guides such as Robert provide live commentary, while tea, coffee, fruit, baklava, canapés, and seasonal drinks are served. The boat holds up to 36 people.

“Super fun with gorgeous views. Informative and interesting. We were provided with water snacks and fruit, it was a very enjoyable experience as we watched the sun set. Boat was clean and comfortable. Our guide Mr Robert was excellent. There was also a cute dog on board. Would definitely recommend as a nice way to spend the evening.”

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7.Istanbul Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht – Guided Group Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,891 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $22

Cruise the Bosphorus from Kabataş for about two hours aboard a yacht limited to 40 people. Guide Nur and the onboard team point out palaces, mosques, bridges, fortresses, and waterfront neighborhoods while you enjoy mint lemonade, tea, coffee, fruit, cookies, and baklava. Sunset views are the main event.

“The cruise was very informative. The snacks were ok, the lemonade was amazing and you could pay for alcoholic beverages (beer, wine, raki, prosecco). We enjoyed sunset and learned a lot about the surrounding buildings. As other reviews note, they do ask you the leave reviews while on the cruise which I think is a bit much, they could give you something as you walk off.”

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8.Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on the Asian Side – (Morning or Afternoon)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,657 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Spend about 2.5 hours aboard the Sunset Bosphorus yacht, passing palaces, mosques, bridges, and fortresses on both shores. Stop in Kanlıca for its famous yogurt and a short break. Guides such as Nahed, Serdar, and Senol have led this cruise, which includes drinks, snacks, Wi-Fi, and pickup from Fatih or Beyoğlu.

“The staff members were very friendly. Tour guide shared interesting historical information along the way. Refreshments were provided with the option to purchase spirit drinks.”

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9.Istanbul: Bosphorus Yacht Cruise at Sunset with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,549 reviews · 2 hours - 125 minutes · from $15Best value

Spend about two hours on a small yacht sailing between Europe and Asia as Istanbul shifts from daylight to city lights. You’ll see Dolmabahçe Palace, Maiden’s Tower, Rumeli Fortress, bridges, and waterfront villas while enjoying fruit, cookies, nuts, tea, and coffee. Guides such as Kadir, Yasin, and Hasan add stories and help with photos.

“Smooth sailing from Kabatas to Rumeli Castle and back. I booked just a few hours before, no problem. There were about 20 people in total and still plenty of room. Most of the sites you'll see and have explained are on the European side. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly. The snacks (nuts and fruit) plus tea were filling. The value for the price is worth it.”

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10.Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on a Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,435 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $59

Spend 2.5 hours on a 25-meter yacht cruising between Istanbul’s European and Asian shores. Your English or Spanish-speaking guide points out palaces, mosques, bridges, and waterfront villas while you enjoy Turkish tea, baklava, fruit, cookies, and soft drinks. Murat has earned special praise for his warm, funny commentary.

“Istanbul is fabulous, but the experience would not have been complete without this tour. It is not a simple tour, like many of those you can do from any port, it is a trip worth doing once in a lifetime.”

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11.Bosphorus Sunset: An Enchanting Yacht Cruise in Istanbul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,145 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Cruise the Bosphorus for about 2.5 hours aboard a yacht with English commentary, tea, water, fruit, baklava, and seasonal drinks. You’ll pass Ottoman palaces, mosques, bridges, fortresses, and both European and Asian shores, with pickup available from hotels in Fatih, Beyoğlu, and Taksim.

“The guide on the tour was excellent - we learned so much about the city and the scenery was absolutely beautiful!”

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12.Luxury Sunset Yacht Cruise on the Bosphorus – Refresh & Relax

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 966 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $50

Spend about 2.5 hours on a 35-capacity yacht sailing between Istanbul’s European and Asian shores. A live English guide explains palaces, mosques, bridges, and fortresses as you pass. Tea, coffee, water, fruit, cookies, baklava, and snacks are included. Hotel pickup is available only with the selected option.

“The perfect way to see Istanbul & enjoy the sunset. The service was great & our guide shared some unique facts about the city.”

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13.Istanbul: Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on Asian Side

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 925 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $47

Spend 2.5 hours aboard a comfortable yacht sailing between Istanbul’s European and Asian shores. An English-speaking guide points out palaces, fortresses, bridges, and waterfront districts, while tea, coffee, fruit, pastries, and Turkish delight are served. A short stop in Kanlica gives you time to step onto the Asian side and try its famous yogurt.

“A fantastic tour, beautiful yacht, very nice personnel. It would have been perfect if they had passed by the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.”

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14.Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Tour – Asian Side Stop & Exploration

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 697 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $33

Spend about 2.5 hours on a roomy yacht with an English-speaking guide, passing Istanbul’s grand waterfront sights and stopping in Asian-side Kanlıca for its famous yogurt. Serdar Cengiz is one guide named in guest feedback. Tea, coffee, water, fruit, pastries, and Turkish delight are included.

“Great way to spend the day on the water, enjoying the sights of Istanbul. Very knowledgable guide, great boat with lots of room to maneuver. Quick stop at Kanlica. Just the right amount of time spent on the tour.”

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15.Bosphorus Sunset or Daytime Yacht Cruise with Snacks & Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 365 reviews · from $34

Spend about two hours aboard a comfortable yacht with a live guide, passing Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy, Rumeli Fortress, Asian-side palaces, and the Maiden’s Tower. Sunset departures offer the best light, while daytime sailings suit sightseeing. Tea, coffee, fruit, lemonade, baklava, and light snacks are included. Robert may lead some departures.

“It was a nice tour overall. They brought refreshments and the tour guide was friendly with everyone. My family enjoyed it! I wish the yacht was a bit bigger and more spacious.”

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