Bosphorus Cruise: Discover Istanbul Between Two Continents
- Type
- Experience
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Audio guide
- Included
- Location
- Istanbul
About this activity
Discover Istanbul from a different perspective on a scenic Bosphorus sightseeing cruise departing from Eminönü. Sail between Europe and Asia and admire the city's remarkable waterfront, where grand palaces, historic fortresses, elegant mosques and traditional wooden mansions line the shores.
Enhance your journey with an included digital audio guide featuring 25 narrated points of interest and a dedicated route map. Discover the stories behind famous landmarks such as Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan Palace and Beylerbeyi Palace, while learning about the Bosphorus bridges, historic fortifications and charming waterfront neighbourhoods.
Simply open the audio guide on your smartphone, select your preferred language and follow the commentary during the cruise. Enjoy Istanbul's history and scenery at your own pace as you travel between two continents.
Meeting Point:
Ragıp Gümüşpala Caddesi, Eminönü, across the road from the bus station, 34116 Fatih, Istanbul, Türkiye.
Please check your voucher for the exact departure location and boarding instructions. Bring your smartphone and personal headphones to use the digital audio guide.
Weather
Weather in Istanbul
Istanbul · Now 02:56
18°
Partly cloudy
High 20° / Low 18°
- Wind
- 41 km/h
- Humidity
- %77
- Sunrise
- 07:49
- Sunset
- 17:47
7-day forecast
- Today Partly cloudy 20° 18°
- Saturday Heavy rain 16,6 mm 20° 12°
- Sunday Cloudy 14° 12°
- Monday Cloudy 15° 11°
- Tuesday Partly cloudy 15° 12°
- Wednesday Partly cloudy 10,1 mm 19° 14°
- Thursday Rain 10 mm 16° 14°
What to wear today?
- No rain expected You can leave the umbrella at home.
- Very strong wind expected Wear a windproof coat and check boat tours before you go.
- It’s mild A T-shirt is fine, take a light layer for the evening.
For good weather: outdoor picks
Updated at 22:19 · Source: MET Norway
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The cruise departs from Eminönü, across the road from the bus station on Ragıp Gümüşpala Caddesi. Check your voucher for the exact boarding location.
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Yes. Your ticket includes a digital audio guide featuring 25 narrated points of interest and a route map.
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The activity details list English, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, French, Chinese and Korean. The included services section specifically confirms English, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian and French.
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The audio guide introduces landmarks such as Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan Palace and Beylerbeyi Palace, as well as historic fortresses, Bosphorus bridges and traditional waterfront mansions.
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No. Your digital ticket and boarding instructions are sent by email. Simply present your ticket on your smartphone when boarding.
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Yes. Bring your own headphones to listen to the digital audio guide on your smartphone.
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No. Food and drinks are not included in the cruise ticket.
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No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You should make your own way to the designated departure point in Eminönü.
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Bosphorus Cruise: Discover Istanbul Between Two Continents
Experience · Istanbul
