Overview
Explore Istanbul on a full-day cruise along the Bosphorus Strait and the waters of the Black Sea! With an onboard guide, learn about Istanbul and enjoy three stops to discover some of the landmarks. See where the city’s Ottoman-era sultans spent summer vacations at Ortaköy and Rumeli Hisarı Fortress, and take a tour of Küçüksu Palace — one of the city’s gems.
Swim in the Black Sea in büyük liman off the boat or explore the medieval ruins of Anadolu Kavağı. An onboard lunch featuring Turkish meze is also included.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Snacks
Lunch
Beverages
Gratuities
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Rumeli Fortress
45 min
The fortress from 15th century located at the narrowest point of bosphorus ordered by Mehmed 2nd And it played important role during conquest.(The fortess will be closed on mondays and the visit will be replaced with freetime in Bebek neighborhood.)
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Ortakoy
1 hour
Popular neighborhood of İstanbul near the shore of bosphorus.
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KIz Kulesi
1 hour
Historical maidens tower of Istanbul.
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Anadolu Kavagi
1 hour
A beautiful fishing village of İstanbul.
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Bosphorus Strait
1 hour
Bosphorus Strait between europe and asia.
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Kucuksu Pavilion
40 min
Hunting lodge of Sulan from 19th Century
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Dolmabahce Palace
40 min
The main palace of the Ottomans from 19th century.
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40 min
Çırağan palace the palace of sultan Abdülaziz from 19th century.
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Beylerbeyi Palace
40 min
The summer palace of Ottoman Royalty.
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Buyuk Mecidiye Cami
20 min
The mosque of sultan Abdulmecid from 19th century built by Balyan family
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Bosphorus Bridge
20 min
First suspension bridge of İstanbul from 1970's . The bridge that connects Europe to Asia
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Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
20 min
Second suspension bridge of İstanbul from 80's.
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Yavuz Sultan Selim Koprusu
20 min
Third suspension bridge of İstanbul constracted in 2013. Widest and highest bridge of Turkey. Our guests will have a swimming break at a bay near The bridge.
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Yavuz Sultan Selim Koprusu
20 min
At a nice bay near the bridge there will be a swimming break.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Istanbul).
Additional Information
- Rumeli Fortres will be closed on mondays and visit will be replaced with freetime in Bebek neighborhood
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Istanbul to Bosphorus and Black Sea Full Day Cruise with Lunch
Can I cancel Istanbul to Bosphorus and Black Sea Full Day Cruise with Lunch for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 10 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Beverages
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Rumeli Fortress, Ortakoy, KIz Kulesi, Anadolu Kavagi, Bosphorus Strait, Kucuksu Pavilion, Dolmabahce Palace, Beylerbeyi Palace.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by IBO Cruise
