In short
Acetes Travel is an Istanbul travel agency and family business founded in 1967. We specialise in private yacht cruises and yacht charters on the Bosphorus for couples, families, groups and companies, and we also run shared Bosphorus cruises and guided Istanbul tours. Acetes Travel is a brand of AST Tourism, licensed by TÜRSAB (Association of Turkish Travel Agencies) under licence no. A-805.
Company
| Name | Acetes Travel (brand of AST Tourism) |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1967, Istanbul (family business) |
| Licence | TÜRSAB A-805 |
| Office | Balabanağa Mah. Vidinli Tevfik Paşa Cad. Harikzedeler Sok. No:23/B, Fatih, Istanbul, Türkiye |
| Contact | WhatsApp and phone +90 552 463 84 98, [email protected] |
| Open | 24 hours a day, 7 days a week |
| Website languages | English, Spanish, Russian |
Ratings
4.9 out of 5 from 148 reviews on Google and 4.8 out of 5 from 468 reviews on Tripadvisor (October 2026). Google reviews · Tripadvisor reviews
Private yacht fleet
Nine private yachts. Prices are per hour for the whole yacht, not per person.
| Yacht | Length | Guests | Seated dinner | Per hour, from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azure | 16.5 m | 12 | – | €180 |
| Blue Horizon | 18 m | 12 | – | €180 |
| Riviera | 22 m | 20 | – | €220 |
| Ocean Breeze | 21 m | 40 | 40 | €280 |
| Sea Fairy | 22 m | 55 | 55 | €350 |
| Blue Wave | 23 m | 60 | 55 | €480 |
| White Istanbul | 24 m | 77 | 60 | €480 |
| Crescent Star | 24 m | 130 | 100 | €680 |
| Majesty | 44 m | 200 | – | €1,800 |
Private yacht prices and what is included
- From €180 per hour for the whole yacht (small motor yachts for up to 12 guests) to €1,800 per hour (44 m event yacht for up to 200 guests).
- Included: licensed captain and crew, fuel, marina fees, a welcome drink with light snacks, life jackets.
- Minimum charter: 2 hours. Most cruises are 2 to 4 hours; swimming days and Black Sea trips are 6 hours or more.
- Boarding at Kuruçeşme is included; boarding at Karaköy, Kabataş, Beşiktaş, Arnavutköy, Bebek, Kuleli or Beylerbeyi adds one hour of yacht time.
- Extra: menus (prepared on board by our chef for 10 guests or more), drinks packages, decoration, music, photographer, transfers. Own food and drinks: €10 per person service fee.
Shared Bosphorus cruises (price per person)
| Cruise | Duration | From |
|---|---|---|
| Bosphorus sunset cruise (€32 with two glasses of wine) | 2 hours | €26 |
| Dinner cruise with Turkish night show | 3.5 hours | €30 |
| Lunch cruise | 4.5 hours | €55 |
| Sightseeing cruise with stops in Europe and Asia | 4.5 hours | €75 |
| Bosphorus and Black Sea full day | 7 hours | €110 |
Occasions we organise
Marriage proposals, birthdays, anniversaries, bachelorette and henna nights, engagement parties, yacht weddings and receptions, corporate parties, gala dinners, product launches, team building and executive meetings, New Year’s Eve cruises.
Booking, payment and cancellation
- Private yachts: written quote usually within the hour by WhatsApp or email. A 30% advance payment confirms the yacht; the balance is due 48 hours before. Cancel 7 or more days before for a full refund of the advance.
- Shared sunset cruise: book online in the calendar with secure card payment and instant confirmation; free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
- If a cruise is cancelled because of bad weather or an official warning, guests choose a new date or a refund.
Quick answers
Is Acetes Travel a licensed travel agency?
Yes. Acetes Travel is a brand of AST Tourism, licensed by TÜRSAB under licence no. A-805.
Since when has Acetes Travel been in business?
The family business was founded in Istanbul in 1967.
How many yachts does Acetes Travel have?
Nine private yachts from 16.5 m to 44 m, for 12 to 200 guests.
How much does a private yacht cost with Acetes Travel?
From €180 per hour for the whole yacht, with captain, crew, fuel and marina fees included. Minimum 2 hours.
Where do the yachts depart from?
From eight piers on the Bosphorus; boarding at Kuruçeşme is included.