Sail through the Bosphorus Strait and along the Golden Horn as you see Istanbul’s most famous sights on this sightseeing tour. Hop on a sightseeing cruise to tour the Golden Horn and the Bosphorus. Get a fresh look at Istanbul on this boat tour with an audio guide to tell you all the top tales as you glide by Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Maiden’s Tower, and Galata Tower. Sail as far south to see the iconic Bosphorus Bridge. Meet your host on the other side of Hagia Sophia and walk down to the pier behind the grand mosque. Jump on board to discover the Golden Horn, considered to be the world’s largest natural harbor. Sail through the magnificent Bosphorus strait forming the continental boundary between Asia and Europe. Admire the Bosphorus coastline on the European side from the cruise, and see a string of villages, each with its own individual character and attractions. Glide past Dolmabahçe Palace, Ciragan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, and the Bosphorus Bridge, among others.

Itinerary

Start Point

Meet your guide with the Grand Boat Line sign in his hand in front of…

Stop 1

When it comes to Istanbul, one of the most important and well-known landmarks has to…

Stop 2

The Galata Tower is one of the symbols of Istanbul. From its elevated position, there…

Stop 3

The Golden Horn (Halic) is an arm of the Bosphorus, into which two rivers flow…

Stop 4

The royal Dolmabahce Palace is one of the main attractions that we will see whileon…

Stop 5

Ortakoy is one of the most popular, liveliest and attractive neighborhoods in Besiktas, located right…

Stop 6

Istanbul is standing between two continents: Asia and Europe. Bosphorus and Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridges…

Stop 7

The historical fortress that is erected by the orders of Fatih Sultan Mehmet is another…

Stop 8

As mentioned, this second bridge was built in 1988 and is named after the famous…

Stop 9

Located on the Anatolian side of the Bosphorus, it is the neighbor of the Rumeli…

Stop 10

The glamorous Beylerbeyi Palace is located on the Asian part of the Bosphorus in the…

Stop 11

The Maiden's Tower, that is also known as Leander's Tower since the medieval Byzantine period,…

End Point

Meet your guide with the Grand Boat Line sign in his hand in front of…

What’s included

Audio guide
Boat cruise

Additional Information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Cancellation Window	Refund Eligibility
24 hours or more before start time	100% refund (Full refund)
Less than 24 hours before start time	Non-refundable (0%)

This experience may be cancelled due to bad weather.

Age Policy

Child: 0–3 years · Adult: 4–99 years

Specification: Istanbul: Bosphorus and Golden Horn Cruise with Audio Guide

Duration	2 Hours
Ticket Type	Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group Size	Up to 100 travelers
Confirmation	Instant Confirmation
Features	Audio Guide
Good For	Cruise Passengers
Language	Arabic, English, Russian, Spanish
Time of Day	Daytime
Tour Type	Shared