Bosphorus Sunset Cruise
There’s an hour when Istanbul is at its most beautiful: the water turns gold, and palaces, mosques and bridges become silhouettes against the sky. Spend it on a private yacht — settle in on the open deck, put on your own music and watch the day turn into evening. Warm sunset colors at the start, the city’s first lights by the end. For a date, or a quiet evening with the people closest to you.
What’s included
- Departure timed to the sunset on your date
How much of the sunset you see depends on the weather.
- A private yacht for the full booked time — your group only
- Professional captain and crew (at least two crew members)
- Enclosed saloon with heating and air conditioning*
- Blankets, glasses and tableware
- Tea and coffee
- Sound system
- You can bring your own food and drinks: on some yachts it’s free, on others there’s a small service fee
*Amenities vary by yacht and are confirmed when you book.
Additional services
- Dinner
- Photographer
- Flowers
- Live music
- Transfer
*Availability of each service depends on the yacht and date — please check with us.
Frequently asked questions
Will we see the sunset?
We time the departure to the sunset on your date — but how much of it you see depends on the weather.
What happens if the weather is bad?
We keep a close eye on the forecast. If there’s a storm or it isn’t safe to go out, we’ll move your cruise to another convenient date free of charge.
Is the price per person?
No. The price shown is a starting price for the whole package, not per person. The maximum number of guests and the final details are confirmed before booking. VAT (KDV) is not included.
What is required to make a booking?
A 20% deposit confirms your booking. The balance is paid when you board.
Can I cancel my booking?
If you cancel at least 10 days before your cruise, we’ll refund your deposit. For later cancellations, the deposit is non-refundable. If there’s a storm or it isn’t safe to go out, we’ll move your cruise to another convenient date free of charge. For holidays such as New Year’s Eve (December 31) and Valentine’s Day (February 14), we’ll share the booking and cancellation terms when you ask.
Will other guests be on board?
No. The yacht is booked for your group only — just you, your guests and the crew.
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