Bosphorus and Golden Horn Cruise Ticket

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Bosphorus & Golden Horn Cruise

120-minute guided boat experience

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★★★★★ 4.8

★★★★★ 4.7

Trusted by thousands of travelers

Sail between two continents and discover Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks on this 2-hour Bosphorus & Golden Horn cruise.

Enjoy a unique perspective of the city as you glide along the water, accompanied by a multilingual audio guide that brings Istanbul’s rich history to life.

Your journey begins at the Golden Horn, one of the world’s most famous natural harbors, before continuing along the Bosphorus Strait — the natural border between Europe and Asia.

Along the way, you will admire world-famous landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Galata Tower, Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Bosphorus Bridge, Rumeli Fortress, and the legendary Maiden’s Tower.

Relax on board, take stunning photos, and enjoy the beauty of Istanbul from the sea.

Highlights

🌊 Cruise on the Bosphorus & Golden Horn
🌍 Travel between Europe and Asia
🏰 See Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks
🎧 Learn history with audio guide
📸 Perfect for photos and unforgettable views

Route

Golden Horn
Galata Tower
Dolmabahçe Palace
Ortaköy Mosque
Bosphorus Bridge
Rumeli Fortress
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
Anadolu Fortress
Beylerbeyi Palace
Maiden’s Tower

Route may vary depending on conditions

General Info

Duration: 120 minutes
Departure Times: 12:30 – 16:00 – 19:00

✔ Free cancellation (24 hours before)
✔ Reserve now & pay later
✔ Skip the ticket line
✔ Live guide available

Languages (Guide & Audio):
English, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, German, Italian, French, Portuguese

What’s Included

Boat cruise
Multilingual audio guide (smartphone)
Live guide commentary

Not Included

Hotel pickup & drop-off
Food & drinks
Personal expenses

Meeting Point

Meet your guide in front of the Gazete Market across Hagia Sophia.
Your guide will hold a Grand Boat Line sign and a yellow umbrella.

From there, you will walk together to the pier (approx. 10 minutes).

Alternative meeting point: Cafe Minared

Important Information

Please arrive 10 minutes before departure
Audio guide works offline after download
Boat has indoor seating area
Route may change due to weather conditions

Payment Options

Online payment (refundable)
Pay at pier (non-refundable)

3.8

Based on 1909 reviews

Review Us

				The food was very bad. The wine also. Although the show was very nice!
Michail Drizos
3.0
2/10/2026
				​The experience feels modern and professional, with spacious boats that offer great vantage points for photography and a multilingual audio guide to explain the history of the waterfront mansions. While the morning and afternoon slots are great for clear sightseeing, the sunset cruise is particularly magical as it catches the city’s skyline glowing in golden light. It is widely considered one of the best-value boat tours in the city, especially for first-time visitors staying in the Sultanahmet area who want a stress-free and scenic introduction to both the European and Asian shores.
Syed Jamil
5.0
1/27/2026
				I had got trip last year. And it was a great time really. People are very friendly workers are very kind. Exactly l will do again. Very clean boat and nice journey. And don’t forget to drink tea in the terrace..
suleyman bala
5.0
1/26/2026
				“We didn’t expect much for the price, but wow—it was beyond what we imagined. A must-do when you’re in the city.”
Talha Hakkı ARI
5.0
9/24/2025
				Excellent If you visit to istanbul you should join this tour I recommend to everybody😊🤠💯👍
İlker Akın
5.0
9/10/2025
				The grand boat line bus cruise a relatively inexpensive way to and the city from the water way. Tickets are about €20 although I paid €15 because I got a discount from my hotel. The cruise was about two hours in duration. The main floor has covered seating while the upstairs is uncovered. Both are available and you can choose as per the weather. The day I went was very cold and chilly so everybody was on the main floor. There was a canteen which is severely overpriced.I ordered a hot chocolate for 150 TL which otherwise should’ve been 50 TL. The staff was friendly. It was a budget cruise, so there was nothing luxurious about it but overall, I cannot complain. Definitely worth it if you want to see the main point of the city without breaking the bank.
Bobby singh
4.0
3/19/2025
				la megafonía no se escuchaba naaada. deberían de tener otras soluciones más modernas
GetYourGuide traveler
4.0
3/07/2025
				The weather didn’t cooperate today-however,its been a wonderful-freezing experience.🥶🥶
GetYourGuide traveler
5.0
12/11/2024
				Die Tour war wunderschön!!! Leider wurden wir anschließend von der Organisatorin angerufen (sehr aufdringlich) und angeschrieben, um ein Feedback zu geben.
GetYourGuide traveler
4.0
11/03/2024

Duration

2 hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

100 people

Languages

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Tour Itinerary

Deperture Ahırkapı Pier at 12:30 16:00 19:00

Our boat arrives at the pier 10 minutes before the tour time. You can take your seat after showing your ticket to the officer at the pier.

1.Karaköy

2.Cihangir

3.Dolmabahçe Palace

4.Ciragan Palace

5.Ortaköy

6.Bosphorus Bridge

7.Kurucesme

8.Galatasaray Island

9.Arnavutköy

10.Akıntı Burnu

11.Bebek

12.Rumeli Fortress

13.Second Bosphorus Bridge

14.Küçüksu

15.Anatolian Fortress

16.The Yalı Houses

17.Kuleli

18.Çengelköy

19.Beylerbeyi Palace

20.Beylerbeyi Mosque

21.Kuzguncuk

22.Üsküdar

23.The Maiden's Tower

The Sea Of Marmara

End Ahirkapı Pİer

Frequently Asked Questions

No. You can show your ticket on your phone at the entrance.

Bosphorus cruise pier

The tour starts from Ahırkapı Pier, very close to Hagia Sophia.

No problem. You can use your ticket on another available time or day

No. You can either meet the guide near Hagia Sophia or go directly to the pier.

No. This is a private Bosphorus cruise with a guided experience.

The tour lasts approximately 120 minutes.

Departures are at 12:30, 16:00, and 19:00.

19:00 sunset tour

Yes. There is an English-speaking guide and audio guide options in multiple languages.

Audio guides are available in English, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, and French.

Yes, free WiFi is available during the tour.

>Yes, clean restrooms are available on the boat

Food and drinks are not included, but they are available for purchase on board.

Yes, but pier prices are usually higher than online prices.

Online tickets are refundable. Payments made at the pier are non-refundable.

We are the boat owners, not a partner company, therefore you can choose us for a safer experience.

Refunds can be processed online up to 1 hour before the tour starts.

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javier

05/06/2025

gooo pierr

It took two hours. The boat was crowded, so they called another one and we had to wait a bit—but honestly, for the price it was great. You can just head straight to the pier; I wish we’d done that.

sofia

05/06/2025

not bad

The tour’s not bad, but I wouldn’t pay more than €15. It’s only about a five-minute walk from Hagia Sophia.

emily smith

05/06/2025

great

Overall experience was great! The Golden Horn section was calmer and less turistik,

Carlos Fernández

05/06/2025

Fantastic

Fantastic cruise! From the meeting point to the end, everything was smooth. The guide’s storytelling about Topkapı Sarayı ve Ayasofya landmarks was engaging.

ece konal

07/14/2024

nice to watch istanbul

this tour is amazing adventure. we are so enjoyed. it was very nice to watch istanbul.

SAK S.

06/24/2024

Amazing views,

Amazing views, life time experience, views in the day and night gave different impressions.

سفريات شباب سلماباد

06/24/2024

BEST

One of the best cruise ship in istanbul

Mohamed Elsaadawi

05/09/2024

Mr.

The Istanbul waterways tour was amazing! We loved spending nearly 2 hours exploring both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul. It surpassed our expectations. I highly recommend this incredible trip!

Darren Andrews

04/10/2024

Great tour

Great tour of the waterways of Istanbul. Good value, nealry 2 hrs for €20. Defo recommended to do the sunset tour. Really exceeded our expectations. Apo who sold us the tour is amazing, he gave us so much info about the city and was so kind. I have to disagree with many of the reviews on here. Having visited many places and been on many tours I can safely say this was a wonderful trip. Took the 2nd boat which was less busy. Highly recommend.

Customer

04/04/2024

Great tour of the waterways of Istanbul

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Bosphorus and Golden Horn Cruise Ticket

Overview

Bosphorus & Golden Horn Cruise

Highlights

Route

General Info

What’s Included

Not Included

Meeting Point

Important Information

Payment Options

Tour Itinerary

Deperture Ahırkapı Pier at 12:30 16:00 19:00

1.Karaköy

2.Cihangir

3.Dolmabahçe Palace

4.Ciragan Palace

5.Ortaköy

6.Bosphorus Bridge

7.Kurucesme

8.Galatasaray Island

9.Arnavutköy

10.Akıntı Burnu

11.Bebek

12.Rumeli Fortress

13.Second Bosphorus Bridge

14.Küçüksu

15.Anatolian Fortress

16.The Yalı Houses

17.Kuleli

18.Çengelköy

19.Beylerbeyi Palace

20.Beylerbeyi Mosque

21.Kuzguncuk

22.Üsküdar

23.The Maiden's Tower

The Sea Of Marmara

End Ahirkapı Pİer

Frequently Asked Questions

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What happens if I miss my tour?

Do I need to meet a guide?

Is this a public ferry?

How long is the tour?

What time are the departures?

Which tour should I join to see the sunset?

Is there a guide on the boat?

Which languages are available?

Is WiFi available on the boat?

Is there a toilet on board?

Are food and drinks included?

Can I pay at the pier?

Is the ticket refundable?

I found the same tour for cheaper, why should I choose you?

I can't come on the tour, but I already made the payment online. Can I get my money back?

Reviews

gooo pierr

not bad

great

Fantastic

nice to watch istanbul

Amazing views,

BEST

Mr.

Great tour

Great tour of the waterways of Istanbul

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