Bosphorus Strait Yacht Cruise w/ Stopover on Asian Side in Istanbul

The trip was amazing. All the crews are very nice, friendly, and funny. Unforgettable 2.5 hours voyage. The cruise had a short stop at Kanlica district in the Asian side. It was a nice district, calm and peace. Also, we enjoy the Kanlica yoghurt and ice cream. Both are delicious!

Cruising the Bosphorus on a yacht was easily one of the most unforgettable experiences in Istanbul. There’s something magical about gliding between two continents—Europe and Asia—while soaking in the skyline dotted with mosques, palaces, and ancient fortresses. The view of landmarks like the Bosphorus Bridge, Dolmabahçe Palace, and the Maiden’s Tower from the water is absolutely stunning, especially around sunset when the city lights start to sparkle.

We had a wonderful experience with this Bosphorus yacht cruise as a family of 3. The entire trip was seamless—the ship was very clean and they were extremely punctual, starting exactly on time. ​Our tour guide was fantastic, providing great insights throughout the journey. The stopover on the Asian side was a highlight, giving us a nice taste of a different part of Istanbul. Also, the ice and refreshments were excellent and much appreciated! ​Highly recommend this for anyone looking for a comfortable, professional, and well guided tour of the Bosphorus. Booking through Klook was very easy.

Fun and very interactive tour of the Bosphorous. The tour guides were also welcoming and friendly and they really explained the history of this beautiful place. Would definitely bool again, highly recommended!

Wonderful cruise. Friendly hospitality, tasty snacks, punctual service and clear explanations. A smooth and enjoyable experience.

We had a fantastic experience with Velena Travel on this Bosphorus yacht cruise. From confirmation to meeting point and boarding, everything was smooth and well-organized. The instructions were very clear, and the team was friendly and professional. The yacht itself was spacious, clean, and felt luxurious. We were free to sit wherever we liked, and there were light snacks, fruits, tea, and coffee provided onboard, a nice touch! The guide gave clear and informative commentary in English throughout the journey. We especially appreciated how kid-friendly the staff was, always helpful and welcoming. There was a short stop at Kanlıca (Asian side) where we tried the famous local yogurt — simple but memorable. Overall, the price is very reasonable for the quality of service and experience we received. I’ll definitely recommend this tour to my colleagues and friends visiting Istanbul!

Pick up was on time and the bus was comfortable. Overall it was an enjoyable wine tour and Milenia liven up the group with her humor. Lunch provided for at the winery cooperative was sumptuous and they kept filling up our glasses with wine. It would have better if there was a guide to accompany us on the river cruise itself to point out the various vineyards or at least the ones with longer history. Instead we were left to ourselves and a few of us actually became bored. Still I would recommend the tour for anyone who might be interested in Douro Valley winemakers and ports.

Perfection. The yacht is amazing. This was probably the best experience during our Istanbul trip. Lovely snacks included, great organization and great staff. I really enjoyed the guide and his sense of humor. The short stop in Kanlica for yoghurt with cherry jam (or honey) was just a cherry on top of all this. When we finished, my girlfriend just said: "Can we stay on the boat forever?"

Highly recommended! The tour guide and service staff are considerate, polite and humorous! Snacks will be provided twice on board, and tea and coffee are available. I took the morning flight, which stopped at the Asian side at around 11:45 and took us down for yogurt and ice cream.

I enjoyed the cruise and appreciated more the beauty of Istanbul, it’s a good value for money and the staffs were all accommodating and helpful, not to mention the food they served along the way and the teas and coffees👌 this cruise must be in the list of a must try when visiting Istanbul. Thank you Velena travels ✨