Bosphorus Lunch Cruise

Q: How long is the Bosphorus lunch cruise?

Bosphorus lunch cruise is a boat tour with lunch and it lasts 4.5 hours. Starting from the European side of the Bosphorus, continuing to Beykoz on the Black Sea coast, and continuing along the Asian side.

Q: How much is the ticket for a Bosphorus cruise?

Full-day Bosphorus cruise 9 hours: 75 € Per Person Half-day Bosphorus cruise 5 hours: 35 € Per Person Sunset Cruise on the Bosphorus 2.5 hours with a luxury yacht: 50€ Per Person Istanbul Bosphorus Boat Cruise, Short Circle 2.5 hours: 25 € Per Person Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show 4 hours: 34 € with soft drinks Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show 4 hours: 44€ with alcoholic drinks

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Istanbul Lunch Cruise

Bosphorus Lunch Cruise starts from the European side of Bosphorus sailing to Asia side and continues towards the Black Sea as you enjoy delicious lunch on board a luxury boat.

Bosphorus Lunch Cruise is a half-day afternoon cruise, you will have the opportunity to see the most important historical places from the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires on the Asian and European sides of Bosphorus, accompanied by a live guide. Also along the way stop for a visit in the fishing village of Anadolu Kavagi and discover the old fortress remnants on a hill with breath-taking views of Bosphorus and the Black Sea.

Price

€55 Per Person

Departure

Hotel Pick-Up / Hotel Drop-off

Departure Time

12:30

Duration

4.5 Hours

Tour Type

Luxury Boat Cruise on Bosphorus and the Black Sea

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Cruise Highlights

4.5-Hours Istanbul sightseeing cruise with lunch
Glace over the castles, palaces and mansions on the Bosphorus Strait
Learn about the rich history of the Bosphorus from our knowledgeable guide on-board.
Sail to the village of Anadolu Kavagi on the Black Sea coast
Make use of a hotel pick–up and drop–off services from central Istanbul.

Free Services in this Activity

Food & Drinks Two-course lunch, 1 Soft Beverage, Complimentary Turkish Tea and Nescafe

Live Tour Guide Certified Live Tour Guide, English

Pickup included Hotel Pick-Up / Hotel Drop-off (from centrally located hotels)

Sightseeing Top landmarks of Istanbul Bosphorus (Asia and Europe sides), the Black Sea Cost

Full description

Climb aboard a gorgeous boat and forget your worries as you enjoy a relaxing half-day cruise down the Bosphorus Strait. Admire the views of beautiful castles, palaces, old mansions and the minarets of the city mosques. During the cruise you will have plenty of time to relax, sit back and indulge in two course lunch that offers a variety of delicious dishes and fresh seasonal fruits.

The open air observation deck gives you the perfect place to capture photos. Go for a stroll on deck to soak up the sun and see the many famous sights that line both coastlines, such as Galata Tower and the immense Bosphorus Bridge that connects Asia and Europe. Sail towards the Black Sea, and then make your way to the small coastal town of Anadolu Kavagi. Drop anchor and take a walk in the lush hills of the surrounding area. See the ruins of a medieval fortress and other landmarks before the journey back to Istanbul in the late afternoon.

Lunch Menu

Cocktail:

Spring Rolls (Deep fried rolls with cheese filling), Snacks

Hors D’oeuvre Plate

Calf Ham
Feta Cheese
Stuffed Grape Leaves
Russian Salad
Mashed Feaves
Zucchini Hash Browns
Carrot Salad With Yogurt
Mercimek Köftesi (Lentil Balls)
Tomatoes and Cucumber Salad

Warm Starters:

Spring Balls or (Deep Fried Phyllo Pastry With Pastrami and Tomato Filling), Rose Pastry

Main Course

Barbecued Meat (Meatballs, Glazed Chicken Beast, Beefsteak) With Tomato Pilaf OR
Barbecued Fish (Sea Bass or Sea Bream) With Side Dish
Seasonal Salad

Fruit

1 Soft Beverage
Complimentary Turkish Tea and Nescafe

Cruise Timing Schedule

Days of Operation: Everyday All Year Around

Departing from Kabatas Pier

- 12:30 Boarding and cocktail snacks served

- 13:00 Boat departs

- 13:00-13:45 Journey towards the first and second bridges with our guide's narration of the important buildings

- 13:45-14:45 Lunch served as the boat sails towards The Black Sea

- 14:45-15:30 Visit to the Anadolu Kavagi Village

- 15:30-17:00 Journey back to Kabatas Pier

Includes & Excludes

Hotel Pick – Up and Drop – Off services from centrally located hotels
Professional and experienced tour guide in English and Spanish
Two-course lunch
One soft drink + complimentary tea and Nescafe

Personal expenses
Beverages
Tips
Imported drinks

Important Info

Please note that pickup and drop-off is only available for hotels on the European side of the city center (Sultanahmet, Kabatas, Taksim, Şişhane, Karaköy, Sirkeci, Yenikapı, Laleli, Pera, Şişli, Nişantaşı, Aksaray, Eninönü, Cemberlitaş, Beyazıt, Harbiye, Beyoğlu)
Please note that pickup time is approximate and depends on your hotel's location. It may be half an hour later than the stated starting time
Dress Code: Comfortable athletic clothing.
We cannot wait for late comers or return to the piers. All cruises are on a strict time schedule.
Vegetarian food must be ordered in the special instruction on the booking engine in advance.
Children under 3 are free of charge, children aged between 4 and 8 get 30% discount.
Students with a valid student ID will received 20% discount.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.

FAQ

Which is the best time to do Bosphorus Cruise?

The best time to do Bosphorus Cruise is in summer. There are three types of Bosphorus Cruise, Half-day afternoon, half-day morning and full-day Bosphorus. cruise. The best one is the full-day Bosphorus cruise with lunch option.

How long is the Bosphorus lunch cruise?

Bosphorus lunch cruise is a boat tour with lunch and it lasts 4.5 hours. Starting from the European side of the Bosphorus, continuing to Beykoz on the Black Sea coast, and continuing along the Asian side.

How much is the ticket for a Bosphorus cruise?

Full-day Bosphorus cruise 9 hours

75 € Per Person

Half-day Bosphorus cruise 5 hours

35 € Per Person

Sunset Cruise on the Bosphorus 2.5 hours with a luxury yacht

50€ Per Person

Istanbul Bosphorus Boat Cruise, Short Circle 2.5 hours

25 € Per Person

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show 4 hours

34 € with soft drinks

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show 4 hours

44€ with alcoholic drinks

What are the best Lunch Cruises in Istanbul?

The best Lunch Cruises in Istanbul according to Acetes travelers are:

Half-Day Afternoon Bosphorus and the Black Sea Cruise with Lunch

Full-Day Morning Istanbul Bosphorus Lunch cruise towards to Blacks Sea

What's the best Bosphorus cruise?

The best Bosphorus cruise is a 4.5-hour Bosphorus cruise with lunch. Because it is not too long and you have lunch on the boat. This Bosphorus cruise is family-friendly.

Which Lunch Cruises in Istanbul are taking Covid-19 precautions?

As Acetes Travel Turkey, all Covid-19 measures are taken for the health of our staff and our valued guests.

Precautions: Mask, distance, disinfection of all equipment after each tour, fever measurement, and reduced passenger precautions are all taken.

What is the price of the Istanbul Lunch Cruise 2021?

Istanbul Bosphorus Lunch cruise prices are between 40-35 euros for a half-day Istanbul Bosphorus lunch cruise, and a full-day Istanbul Bosphorus lunch cruise is between 70-75 euros.

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