Goldenhorn & Bosphorus Cruise

Witness the magic of Istanbul as the sun sets over the city’s skyline. Before joining our unforgettable Bosphorus cruise, immerse yourself in the history of iconic landmarks like Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Then, unwind on a 120-minute Golden Horn and Bosphorus Sunset Cruise—the most enchanting way to experience Istanbul.

🕌 Tour Start – Meeting Instructions:

Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled tour time at the Gazete Market kiosk in Sultanahmet Square, right across from Hagia Sophia. Our guide will be waiting for you holding a yellow umbrella to make identification easy.

The group will walk together from the meeting point to the pier, which is a 7-minute walk.
If you prefer, you can also go directly to the ahırkapı pier on your own, which may be more convenient for some guests.

🕒 Important Timing Information:

The boat departs 15 minutes after the scheduled tour time, so being at the pier by the listed time is sufficient.
However, especially for the 7:00 PM sunset tour, we recommend arriving a bit earlier as it can be more crowded.

At the end of the tour, the boat will return to the same pier where it departed.

🧭 Tour Route & Highlights:

This 120-minute cruise is the only tour in Istanbul that lets you explore both the Golden Horn and the Bosphorus.

Enjoy stunning views of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks as you cruise between continents, sailing past historical palaces, castles, mosques, and mansions on both the European and Asian shores.

Landmarks you’ll see up close:

• Dolmabahçe Palace

• Çırağan Palace

• Ortaköy Mosque

• Bosphorus Bridge

• Rumeli Fortress

• Beylerbeyi Palace

Also visible from a distance:

• Hagia Sophia

• Topkapi Palace

• Maiden’s Tower

• Galata Tower

📸 What Makes This Tour Special:

✔ Discover both the Golden Horn and the Bosphorus in one cruise
✔ Cruise between Europe and Asia
✔ See historical landmarks and bridges from the sea
✔ Enjoy amazing photo opportunities
✔ Relax on a comfortable 2-hour boat tour
✔ Guided by an English-speaking tour guide
✔ Audio guide available in English, Russian, Spanish, Arabic, and Italian

📱 Audio Guide App:

For a richer experience, download the Grand Boat Line Audio Guide App from the App Store or Google Play. You can listen to informative commentary on the sites in your own language using your mobile device.

🕒 Tour Times:

• 12:30 PM

• 4:00 PM

• 7:00 PM (Sunset tour – available from April to October only)

💼 What’s Included:

• 120-minute boat tour

• English-speaking tour guide

• Audio guide in multiple languages via mobile app

📍 Meeting Point:

Meet your guide in front of the Gazete Market kiosk, across from Hagia Sophia in Sultanahmet Square. Look for the yellow umbrella. From there, walk to the pier together. Please arrive 10 minutes before your tour time.

🔁 Rescheduling & Cancellation Policy:

Need to change your cruise time or date? No problem!
You can reschedule anytime, or cancel with a full refund – no questions asked.

Embark on an unforgettable 2-hour journey through the Golden Horn and the Bosphorus, discovering Istanbul from the water – the most beautiful perspective there is!