Private Istanbul Bosphorus Yacht Tour from the Golden Horn with Elite Yacht

Discover Istanbul’s historical landmarks and natural beauty aboard a private yacht reserved exclusively for your group. Departing from the Golden Horn, Elite Yacht offers a comfortable and private cruise for families, couples and groups of friends. During the tour, you can admire the palaces, mosques, fortresses, bridges and waterfront mansions located along the European and Asian shores of the Bosphorus.

Departing from the Golden Horn allows you to see both the Historical Peninsula and the Bosphorus in a single journey. In addition to the classic Bosphorus landmarks, you can enjoy views of Sleymaniye Mosque, Galata Tower, Galata Bridge, Topkap Palace and the magnificent silhouette of Hagia Sophia. Since the entire yacht is reserved for your group, the duration and route can be customized according to your preferences.

Tour Options

2-Hour Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour

The tour begins in the Golden Horn and follows the European shoreline towards Karaky, Dolmabahe Palace, raan Palace and Ortaky Mosque. Near the 15 July Martyrs Bridge, the yacht crosses to the Asian shore. After passing Beylerbeyi Palace, skdar and the Maiden’s Tower, it returns to the Golden Horn with panoramic views of Topkap Palace.

3-Hour Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour

In addition to the two-hour route, this option can include the historic waterfront mansions of Arnavutky, Bebek Bay and the northern sections of the Bosphorus. When weather and marine traffic conditions permit, the route may extend towards Rumeli Fortress, Anadolu Fortress and Kksu Pavilion. It is an excellent option for guests who prefer a relaxed pace and more time for photography.

4-Hour Private Bosphorus Yacht Tour

The four-hour option offers a more comprehensive Bosphorus experience and may extend as far as the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge. Along the European shore, you can see Ortaky, Arnavutky, Bebek and Rumeli Fortress. The return journey along the Asian shore may include Anadolu Fortress, Kksu Pavilion, Kandilli, Kuleli, engelky and Beylerbeyi Palace.

Private Yacht Tour with a Swimming Stop

A longer route can be arranged for guests who would like to include swimming. Five or six-hour tours may stop at a sheltered location near Beykoz, selected by the captain according to the weather, currents and marine traffic. A full-day route to the Princes’ Islands may also be arranged upon request. For safety reasons, the final swimming location is confirmed by the captain on the day of the tour.

Landmarks You May See

Sleymaniye Mosque and the Historical Peninsula

Galata Tower and Galata Bridge

Topkap Palace and Hagia Sophia

Dolmabahe Palace and raan Palace

Ortaky Mosque

The 15 July Martyrs Bridge

Arnavutky waterfront mansions and Bebek Bay

Rumeli Fortress and Anadolu Fortress

The Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge

Kksu Pavilion and Kuleli

engelky and Beylerbeyi Palace

skdar and the Maiden’s Tower

The landmarks included in the tour may vary according to the selected duration, weather and marine traffic conditions.