Istanbul Lunch Cruise - Extended Bosphorus Cruise up to the Black Sea
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Istanbul, Turkey
4 to 5 hours (approx.)
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Overview
Istanbul Lunch Cruise – Extended Bosphorus Cruise up to the Black Sea
Enjoy incredible views of Istanbul sailing between two continents on the Bosphorus all the way to the Black Sea as you enjoy delicious two-course lunch onboard a lovely boat.
Spend a pleasant afternoon exploring the Bosphorus Strait during this spectacular 4-hour Bosphorus lunch cruise. Take in the iconic sights along the way and 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.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Lunch
- Hotel pick - up service from Fatih and Beyoglu areas
- One soft drink
- Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
- Drop off service to your hotel after the cruise
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup point
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Pickup details
Hotel pick - up is available from hotels location in Fatih and Beyoglu only.
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Meeting point
Ömer Avni
İskele Yolu No:, 34427 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Bosphorus Strait
The Bosphorus narrows between Emirgan and Kannlica to 790 metres and between Arnavutköy and Vaniköy to 875 metres. After these points, the parallel between the shores disappears. The narrowest point on the Bosphorus is between Rumelihisar on the European shore and the Meşruta Yali on the Asiatic shore where the width only 698 metres.At the entrance to the Black Sea, the Bosphorus widens and the distance between the European and Asiatic Lighthouses reaches 4.5 kilometres (3 miles). Between Yeniköy and Cubuklu it is 1480 metres, and at the entrance to the Sea of Marmara, between Semsi Pasa at Üsküdar and Salipazari on the European shore, it reaches 1675 metres. The broadest part of the Bosphorus is between Büyükdere and a distance of 3.3 kilometres (2 miles). The slopes of the Bosphorus range between 15 and 200 metres high.
4 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Dolmabahce Palace (Pass By)
Dolmabahçe Palace, one of the most fascinating buildings in Istanbul, sits on the most beautiful section of the Bosporus. Although it was built many years ago, the flamboyant appearance of Dolmabahçe Palace is still impressive.
Ciragan Palace Kempinski (Pass By)
This former Ottoman palace is now a classic hotel combining refined elegance and spellbinding views with an breath taking pool with views of the Bosphorus.
Anadolu Kavagi
Istanbul Lunch Cruise – Extended Bosphorus Cruise up to the Black SeaEnjoy incredible views of Istanbul sailing between two continents on the Bosphorus all the way to the Black Sea as you enjoy delicious two-course lunch onboard a lovely boat.Spend a pleasant afternoon exploring the Bosphorus Strait during this spectacular 4-hour Bosphorus lunch cruise. Take in the iconic sights along the way and 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.Cruise Highlights
• Delicious two course lunch with freshly prepared entrees, salads and seasonal fruits
• Glace over the castles, palaces and mansions on the Bosphorus Strait
• Learn about the rich history of Istanbul from our knowledgeable guide on-board.
• Sail to the village of Anadolu Kavagi on the Black Sea coast
• Swimming opportunity in the Black Sea at Anadolu Kavagi during summer timeWhat you can expect from this cruiseClimb aboard a gorgeous boat and forget your worries as you enjoy a relaxing afternoon cruise down the Bosphorus Strait. Admire the views of beautiful castles, palaces, old mansions and the minarets of Istanbul 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, Dolmabahce and Ciragan Palaces and the immense Bosphorus Bridges that connect Asia and Europe, observe districts along the shore. 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. On the way back to Istanbul, glance at many wooden summer pavilions of Ottoman Sultans and pashas on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus.Lunch MenuCocktail:Spring Rolls (Deep fried rolls with cheese filling)SnacksHors D’oeuvre PlateCalf HamFeta CheeseStuffed Grape LeavesRussian SaladMashed FeavesZucchini Hash BrownsCarrot Salad With YogurtMercimek Köftesi (Lentil Balls)Tomatoes and Cucumber SaladWarm Starters:Spring Balls or (Deep Fried Phyllo Pastry With Pastrami and Tomato Filling)Rose PastryMain CourseBarbecued Meat (Meatballs, Glazed Chicken Beast, Beefsteak) With Tomato Pilaf ORBarbecued Fish (Sea Bass or Sea Bream) With Side DishSeasonal Salad
*** Vegetarian food also available on requestVegetarian Main Course: Grilled or saute vegetables with side dishes of rice and mashed patatoFruitThree kinds of fruits of the seasonBeverages
*** One Soft Beverage
*** Complimentary Turkish Tea and NescafeInclusions:
*** 4-Hours Cruise on pleasant boat
*** Two-course full lunch
*** Professional and experienced tour guide in English and Spanish
*** One soft drink + complimentary tea and nescafeCruise Timing ScheduleDeparting from Kabatas Pier12:30/13.00 - Boarding on the boat13:00 – Cruise stars13:00/13:45 – Coctail and snacks served. Journey towards the first and second bridges with our guide's narration of the important buildings13:45/14:45 Lunch served as the boat sails towards the Black Sea14:45/16.00 - Visit to the Anadolu Kavagi Village or swim off the boat in a nice bay (swimming possibility only during Summer)16.00/17:30 - Journey back to Kabatas Pier17.00 – Cruise ends in Kabatas PierDays of OperationEveryday All Year AroundGood to Know
• 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 while booking inadvance.
• Children under 3 are free of charge, children aged between 4 and 8 get 30% discount.
• Students with a valid student ID will receive 20% discount.
• Swimming break as an option on the summer months (first week of June till third week of September) instead of visiting Anadolu Kavagi village. Either you visit the village or stay on the boat for swimming
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Bosphorus Bridge (Pass By)
The Bosphorus Bridge, known officially as the 15 July Martyrs Bridge and unofficially as the First Bridge, is one of the three suspension bridges spanning the Bosphorus strait in Istanbul, Turkey, thus connecting Europe and Asia.
Rumeli Fortress (Pass By)
Rumelihisarı or Boğazkesen Castle is a medieval fortress located in Istanbul, Turkey, on a series of hills on the European banks of the Bosphorus. The fortress also lends its name to the immediate neighborhood around it in the city's Sarıyer district.
Ortakoy (Pass By)
Ortaköy Mosque, officially the Büyük Mecidiye Camii in Beşiktaş, Istanbul, Turkey, is situated at the waterside of the Ortaköy pier square, one of the most popular locations on the Bosphorus.
Yavuz Sultan Selim Koprusu (Pass By)
The Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge is a bridge for rail and motor vehicle transit over the Bosphorus strait, to the north of two existing suspension bridges in Istanbul, Turkey. It was initially named the Third Bosphorus Bridge.
Anadolu Hisari Fort (Pass By)
Anadoluhisarı, known historically as Güzelce Hisar is a medieval fortress located in Istanbul, Turkey on the Anatolian side of the Bosporus. The complex is the oldest surviving Turkish architectural structure built in Istanbul, and further gives its name to the neighborhood around it in the city's Beykoz district.
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge (Pass By)
The Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, also known as the Second Bosphorus Bridge, is a bridge in Istanbul, Turkey spanning the Bosphorus strait. When completed in 1988, it was the 5th-longest suspension bridge span in the world; today it is the 24th.
Kucuksu Pavilion (Pass By)
Küçüksu Palace or Küçüksu Pavilion, a.k.a. Göksu Pavilion, is a summer palace in Istanbul, Turkey, situated in the Küçüksu neighborhood of Beykoz district on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus between Anadoluhisarı and the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge.
Kuleli Sahil (Pass By)
Kuleli Military High School was the oldest military high school in Turkey, located in Çengelköy, Istanbul, on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus strait. It was founded on September 21, 1845, by Ottoman Sultan Abdülmecid I.
Beylerbeyi Palace (Pass By)
The Beylerbeyi Palace, Beylerbeyi meaning "Lord of Lords", is located in the Beylerbeyi neighbourhood of Üsküdar district in Istanbul, Turkey at the Asian side of the Bosphorus. An Imperial Ottoman summer residence built in the 1860s, it is now situated immediately north of the 1973 Bosphorus Bridge.
Topkapi Palace (Pass By)
The Topkapı Palace, or the Seraglio, is a large museum in Istanbul, Turkey. In the 15th century, it served as the main residence and administrative headquarters of the Ottoman sultans. Construction began in 1459, ordered by Mehmed the Conqueror, six years after the conquest of Constantinople.
Galata Koprusu (Pass By)
The Galata Bridge is a bridge that spans the Golden Horn in Istanbul, Turkey. From the end of the 19th century in particular, the bridge has featured in Turkish literature, theater, poetry and novels.
Galata Tower (Pass By)
The Galata Tower — called Christea Turris by the Genoese — is a medieval stone tower in the Galata/Karaköy quarter of Istanbul, Turkey, just to the north of the Golden Horn's junction with the Bosphoru
KIz Kulesi (Pass By)
The Maiden's Tower, also known as Leander's Tower since the medieval Byzantine period, is a tower lying on a small islet located at the southern entrance of the Bosphorus strait 200 m from the coast of Üsküdar in Istanbul, Turkey.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions
(8)Q: Will I get seasick on Istanbul Lunch Cruise – Extended Bosphorus Cruise up to the Black Sea?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-69435P23
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Will I get seasick on Istanbul Lunch Cruise – Extended Bosphorus Cruise up to the Black Sea?
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023
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What is the cancellation policy for the Istanbul Lunch Cruise – Extended Bosphorus Cruise up to the Black Sea?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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What's included in the price?
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Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Lunch.
- Hotel pick - up service from Fatih and Beyoglu areas.
- One soft drink.
The following is NOT included:
- Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
- Drop off service to your hotel after the cruise.
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What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025
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What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025
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My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
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Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Istanbul Lunch Cruise - Extended Bosphorus Cruise up to the Black Sea is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Istanbul Lunch Cruise - Extended Bosphorus Cruise up to the Black Sea will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- Lunch
- Hotel pick - up service from Fatih and Beyoglu areas
- One soft drink
- Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
- Drop off service to your hotel after the cruise
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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