Istanbul 2-Hour Bosphorus Cruise & Whirling Dervish Sema Show with Live Guide

Depart from the Golden Horn
for a 2-hour cruise on the Bosphorus

Board the boat moored at the mouth of the Golden Horn in front of the Cibali tram stop and enjoy a 2-hour cruise along the Bosphorus. Take in panoramic views of Istanbul along the roughly 32 km strait spanned by three suspension bridges. On board, a live guide explains the city's history in English, and unlimited tea is provided.

See palaces and waterfront houses from the sea

From the boat, view Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan Palace and Beylerbeyi Palace, along with more than 600 waterfront houses lining the Bosphorus shore. Passing around the Galata Bridge, you'll see the scenery of both the European and Asian shores.

View Rumeli Fortress and the Maiden's Tower from the water

Rumeli Fortress (Rumeli Hisarı) on the European shore is an Ottoman fortress built within a few months by order of Sultan Mehmed II in preparation for the siege of Constantinople. You can also admire the Maiden's Tower, standing on a small island about 200 m off the Üsküdar shore, from the sea.

Watch a dervish sema performance on board

Watch a whirling dervish show, the traditional Sufi spinning dance, on a boat sailing between Europe and Asia. After the cruise, you'll return to the original meeting point.

※ Outdoor deck seating cannot be guaranteed. Due to weather or operational reasons, some guests may be seated in the air-conditioned indoor lounge.