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The 15 VIP Experiences in Istanbul That Earn Their Price

74 tours  ·  from $12 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 vip experiences worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Sunset or Daytime Istanbul Guided Luxury Yacht Cruise with Snacks - Starting near Arap Camii and the Golden Horn
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Sunset or Daytime Istanbul Guided Luxury Yacht Cruise with Snacks

Istanbul Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht - Guided Group Cruise - Çırağan Palace and Ortaköy Mosque
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Istanbul Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht – Guided Group Cruise

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on a Luxury Yacht - Setting out from Kabatas Pier
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on a Luxury Yacht

Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht with Transfers - Getting to the yacht from Taksim or Sultanahmet
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Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht with Transfers

4.Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,086 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60

Review of Istanbul’s 2-hour Bosphorus sunset yacht cruise, with hotel transfers, Turkish snacks, tea, expert guides, and landmark views.

“El crucero merece la pena, las vistas son espectaculares y las explicaciones de Jan fueron súper interesantes, los aperitivos, la limonada y el té estaban muy ricos, la verdad que tiene su encanto ver esta bonita ciudad al atardecer desde el mar”

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Luxury Sunset Yacht Cruise on the Bosphorus – Refresh & Relax - Kabataş and the first look at both shores
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Luxury Sunset Yacht Cruise on the Bosphorus – Refresh & Relax

5.Luxury Sunset Yacht Cruise on the Bosphorus – Refresh & Relax

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 966 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $50

Watch Istanbul’s sunset from a small yacht, with Bosphorus landmarks, live commentary, Turkish tea, snacks, and bridge lights.

“Enjoyable time taking pictures and hearing the tour guide explain what we were seeing Unfortunately I spilled OJ near the beginning of the trip. While this wasn't a problem, I would have loved some help in cleaning it up.”

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Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Tour – Asian Side Stop & Exploration - The European shore, palace by palace
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Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Tour – Asian Side Stop & Exploration

Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht with Transfers - Dolmabahçe and Çırağan: the grand European shore
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Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht with Transfers

7.Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 683 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $42

Watch Istanbul glow at sunset on a two-hour Bosphorus yacht cruise with transfers, Turkish snacks, drinks, Wi-Fi, and an English-speaking guide.

“Very good view and wonderful boat and staff even the come try was well designed to show all relevant parts of the tour.”

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Scenic Bosphorus Sunset Cruise – 2.5 Hours of Luxury & Views - The Bosphorus: Istanbul’s Main Show
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Scenic Bosphorus Sunset Cruise – 2.5 Hours of Luxury & Views

Bosphorus Luxury Lunch Cruise & Black Sea Swimming Experience - Lunch, tea, snacks, and the rhythm of the afternoon
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Bosphorus Luxury Lunch Cruise & Black Sea Swimming Experience

9.Bosphorus Luxury Lunch Cruise & Black Sea Swimming Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 447 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $181

Cruise Istanbul’s Bosphorus to Anadolu Kavagi for lunch, palace views, Black Sea scenery, and seasonal swimming on a comfortable yacht.

“Beingb able to put our feet in the Black Sea was a wonderful experience. The history given by our guide was very informative and not overbearing. Calm waters and a smooth cruise was 100% worth the time.”

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Istanbul: Public, Private or VIP Hammam & Spa in Old City - Sauna and steam before the scrub
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Istanbul: Public, Private or VIP Hammam & Spa in Old City

Istanbul Airport Private VIP Transfers Hotels and Cruise Port - The vans: spacious, private, and not always identical
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Istanbul Airport Private VIP Transfers Hotels and Cruise Port

Private Luxury Yacht Cruise on Bosphorus - Dolmabahçe Palace and Çırağan Palace
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Private Luxury Yacht Cruise on Bosphorus

12.Private Luxury Yacht Cruise on Bosphorus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 331 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Cruise Istanbul’s Bosphorus by private yacht with fruit, baklava, Turkish coffee, and landmark views across Europe and Asia.

“The trip was a terrific experience. We were promptly located at the dock and warmly greeted. After quickly boarding the yacht, we immediately departed and began our outing. When booking, I had mistakenly thought that a tour guide would be included. When we discovered a guide was not, the hostess found one available at a nearby dock, so that captain stopped and picked him up. It all worked out perfectly. The food and drinks were nicely done and presented. It was a great way to start our weeklong Istanbul experience with the view from the Bosphorus and the guide's narrative. We all had a wonderful time and highly recommend.”

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Bosphorus Guided Afternoon Cruise on Luxury Yacht

Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Cruise – Stopover in Asian Side - Palaces, bridges, and waterfront districts from the deck
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Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Cruise – Stopover in Asian Side

Bosphorus Night Cruise with Luxury Yacht - Dolmabahçe Palace and the Ottoman waterfront
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Bosphorus Night Cruise with Luxury Yacht

15.Bosphorus Night Cruise with Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 209 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $54

Cruise Istanbul’s Bosphorus by luxury yacht for palace views, illuminated bridges, light snacks, drinks, and a relaxed two-hour route.

“Excellent experience with the best team. They made our experience exceptional! The boat was really convenient and the beverages really nice.”

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